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New reports suggest that Meghan Markle's fallout with former British Vogue editor Edward Enninful runs deeper than previously thought, stemming from disagreements over a potential cover opportunity in 2022. While it was initially believed that scheduling conflicts led to the project's collapse, insiders claim Markle made extensive demands for the feature, including control over photography, writing, final edits, and cover lines. Additionally, she reportedly sought a simultaneous global cover on both UK and US Vogue, an unprecedented request that even top celebrities rarely receive.
According to sources, Enninful had already booked supermodel Linda Evangelista for the UK Vogue September 2022 issue, preventing Markle from securing the coveted spot. Displeased with the arrangement, Markle allegedly turned to US Vogue's editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour, in hopes of reconsideration. She reportedly requested a personal Zoom meeting with Wintour to pitch the idea, but the publication had already committed to featuring tennis legend Serena Williams as its cover star. Despite the effort, Wintour ultimately declined Markle's request.
The claim that Markle aggressively pursued a cover has been met with conflicting reports. Some sources insist that Markle never sought a Vogue cover in the first place and that the magazine had reached out multiple times following her marriage to Prince Harry. In 2019, Markle famously guest-edited British Vogue's "Forces for Change" issue instead of appearing on the cover, a move that was widely praised at the time.
Opening up about her life
While Markle did secure a September 2022 cover with The Cut, where she discussed her personal life and career, another scheduled cover with Variety was postponed due to Queen Elizabeth II's ing. The canceled Vogue collaboration reportedly soured relations between Markle and Enninful, though insiders claim they have continued exchanging birthday wishes and flowers over the years, suggesting there may not be lingering animosity.
Enninful, who stepped down from British Vogue in February, reportedly expressed frustration over losing the project, particularly since Condé Nast executives had been interested in working with Markle. However, sources say the situation became increasingly complicated due to unrealistic expectations and logistical constraints. Vogue offered Markle a significant feature inside the magazine and online, but she turned it down, ultimately opting for The Cut's digital cover instead.
Despite ongoing speculation, neither Markle nor Enninful has publicly addressed the matter, leaving questions about the nature of their professional relationship. As Markle continues her ventures beyond the royal family, including her media projects, the reported dispute highlights the complexities of celebrity negotiations in the high-stakes fashion industry. Whether the two will collaborate in the future remains uncertain, but the story underscores the challenges of balancing star power with editorial decisions.