Meghan Markle shuts down critics with a heartfelt gesture on her Netflix set
Meghan Markle defies critics with thoughtful gesture on Netflix set
Despite facing sharp criticism from former President Donald Trump and being labelled “demanding” in the past, Meghan Markle has shown a different side of herself behind the scenes.
While filming her upcoming Netflix series With Love, the Duchess of Sussex reportedly expressed gratitude to the cast and crew with heartfelt gifts and an emotional farewell speech.
‘On the final day of filming, Meghan gave a touching speech and gifted each crew member an Our Place pan and wooden spoon engraved in her own handwriting,’ an insider told The i Paper.
The source also dismissed claims that Meghan is difficult to work with, describing her as gracious and collaborative.
Meghan’s generous act comes amid renewed criticism from Trump, who recently branded her “terrible” in an interview.
While she has chosen to remain silent on his remarks, she has previously made her views on him well known.
Meanwhile, anticipation builds for With Love, set to premiere next month after a delay.
The show’s announcement followed Meghan’s much-publicised return to Instagram, where she has already amassed over two million followers.
Lorne Michaels attends SNL50: The Homecoming Concert at Radio City Music Hall on February 14, 2025 in New York City.
Lorne Michaels appears to be riveted by Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s ongoing legal dispute, according to former “SNL” cast member Dana Carvey.
On Thursday’s episode of his and fellow “Saturday Night Live” alum David Spade’s “Fly on the Wall podcast,” Carvey, 69, shared that Michaels, 80, has repeatedly texted him about the drama between the “It Ends With Us” stars.
Their exchange began after Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, 48, poked fun at the feud during the “SNL” 50th anniversary special in a segment where Tina Fey and Amy Poehler took questions from the star-studded audience in Studio 8H. Poehler, 53, asked the “Deadpool & Wolverine” star, “Ryan Reynolds, how’s it going?” Reynolds then retorted: “Great. Why? What have you heard?”
“SNL50”: Ryan Reynolds during the “Audience Q&A” sketch on February 16, 2025.
Ryan Reynolds attends SNL50: The Anniversary Special on February 16, 2025 in New York City.
“The Baldoni-Lively extravaganza was all over the show,” said Carvey, who starred on “SNL” from 1986 to 1993.
The “Church Lady” comic, who did not attend the anniversary special because he had the flu, then revealed that when he messaged Michaels afterward to congratulate him and say that he wished he could have attended, all his former boss wanted to talk about was Lively, 37, and Reynolds’ battle with Baldoni, 41.
“Instead of talking about the show, he just goes, ‘Baldoni will now countersue. I think that Lively will probably get a new attorney,’” Carvey said.
yan Reynolds and Blake Lively attend SNL50: The Anniversary Special on February 16, 2025 in New York City.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are seen on the set of ‘It Ends with Us’ on January 12, 2024 in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Even when Carvey tried to pivot the conversation to praise Tom Hanks’ performance and Steve Martin’s opening monologue, Michaels allegedly replied with another text about the “It Ends With Us” legal fight.
“I don’t know where Ryan Reynolds is on this, but certainly they have deep pockets,” Carvey said the producer responded.
“So certainly, it was big at that 50th,” the funnyman added of the Lively-Baldoni dispute.
A rep for Michaels did not immediately respond to The Post’s request for comment.
Dana Carvey attends the 24th Annual Mark Twain Prize For American Humor at The Kennedy Center on March 19, 2023 in Washington, DC.
Lorne Michaels attends the “All In: Comedy About Love By Simon Rich” Gala Performance at Hudson Theatre on December 16, 2024 in New York City.
Carvey and Spade, 60, also discussed famed “SNL” cue card guy Wally Feresten’s comments about Reynolds’ joke.
“He had a different line in rehearsal and he pitched that [line] to replace it,” Feresten claimed in a recent interview with Australian breakfast radio show “Fifi, Fev & Nick” when asked whether the quip was an improv on the “Free Guy” star’s part or if it was scripted.
“So that was his idea to do it there,” Feresten added. “We wouldn’t want to do anything too controversial unless they were in on it. So yeah, that was his line. That was his idea to do.”
Dana Carvey as Church Lady during the “Church Chat” Cold Open on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
A source close to Reynolds previously told The Post that Feresten’s remarks are not accurate. “The opening joke was pitched by ‘SNL’ and never changed. The follow up joke was rewritten in rehearsal,” the insider said.
A rep for NBC also called Feresten’s version of events “not true.” An insider close to “SNL” added, “Wally is not part of the writing process or part of any of those decisions.”
“He’s so sweet and naive; they definitely wanna get one answer from him,” Spade said of Feresten’s interview.
Carvey then extended an invite to Baldoni to appear on his and Spade’s podcast. “I’ll say this right now. If he wants to come on and tell his story, I would love that,” the “Wayne’s World” star said.
Lively sued Baldoni last December, accusing him of sexual harassment and orchestrating a public smear campaign against her.
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively attend SNL50: The Anniversary Special on February 16, 2025 in New York City.
The “Jane the Virgin” alum has denied all of Lively’s accusations. He countersued her and Reynolds, alleging defamation, extortion and more — allegations their team denied.
Earlier this week, the “Gossip Girl” star filed an amended version of her complaint against her “It Ends With Us” co-star and director, alleging that she “was not alone in raising allegations of on-set misconduct.”
The actress’ legal team also added a “new claim of defamation” against Baldoni to their filing.
Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, denied Lively’s accusations in the amended suit, previously telling The Post, “Her underwhelming amended complaint is filled with unsubstantial hearsay of unnamed persons who are clearly no longer willing to come forward or publicly support her claims.”
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi embraces ‘quiet luxury’ and farmhouse living with Princess Beatrice
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on ‘quiet luxury’ and life in farmhouse with Princess Beatrice
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, renowned luxury property developer and husband of Princess Beatrice, has shared insights into his approach to high-end real estate and why the couple chose to settle in a historic farmhouse.
As the founder and CEO of Banda, a firm specialising in bespoke luxury homes, Edoardo takes pride in a philosophy that values authenticity over perfection.
“To me, the beauty of imperfection is quiet luxury,” he explained in a recent interview, emphasising how unique details can tell a home’s story.
Since launching his company in 2007 at just 23, Edoardo has transformed the London property scene, designing over 300 upscale residences and handling properties valued at more than £38 million.
He believes his success comes from his unwavering honesty with clients, setting Banda apart in the competitive luxury market.
Despite his deep ties to the world of elite real estate, Edoardo and Beatrice chose a simpler life in the Cotswolds, moving into a charming 19th-century farmhouse in 2021.
Their home reflects his vision of understated elegance—an escape from the fast-paced city life.
The couple recently expanded their family, welcoming daughter Athena Elizabeth Rose on January 22. They are also parents to Sienna, born in 2021, while Edoardo’s son Wolfie, from a previous relationship, remains a cherished part of their blended family.
Balancing royal responsibilities with a passion for property design, Edoardo continues to push the boundaries of luxury living while embracing a more grounded lifestyle with Princess Beatrice.
Brad Pitt reaches New Zealand for the upcoming movie shoot
Brad Pitt all set for ‘Heart of the Beast’ shoot after divorce settlement
Brad Pitt is all set to kickstart shoot for his upcoming blockbuster movie, Heart of the Beast as he arrives New Zealand earlier this week.
Directed by David Ayer, the new movie focuses on a former US Navy SEAL, who becomes stranded in the North American wilderness with his “retired combat dog”.
According to a report by DailyMail.com, NZ’s South Island, including Queenstown will be used as a location to “stand-in” for Alaska, where the story is set.
For now, Brad is in Auckland to attend “pre-production meetings” ahead of filming which will begin in March and it’s expected to be filmed over seven weeks.
It is pertinent to mention that the actor’s successful production company Plan B are producing the forthcoming movie for Paramount Pictures.
Besides David’s movie, Brad’s new F1 movie, which is directed by Joseph Kosinski, will release in June.
The news came after the Troy star was occupied into a lengthy custody battle and legal issues with his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie.
After Angelina filed divorce in 2016, the former couple were declared legally single in 2019, but they had to go through custody battle and legal issues over French estate and winery, Château Miraval.
Meanwhile, Angelina, who shares six children with Brad, lawyer spoke to DailyMail.com that his client is “relieved this one part is over”.
Meghan Markle received an alarming warning as she struggled with her positive image in the audience.
For the unversed, on February 18, the Duchess of Sussex released a selfie-style video on her Instagram handle to make a major announcement about her lifestyle brand.
The former working royal announced that she has renamed her brand American Riviera Orchard to As Ever with a website launch, showcasing a new logo and a delightful of her with Princess Lilibet.
However, a royal expert believes Meghan should have marked her comeback into her globally successful series Suits rather than spoiling her strong comeback plan with ‘As Ever.’
Jack Royston told The Sun, “This (the brand) needs to be it, and at the moment it just doesn’t feel to me that jam can live up to the amount of pressure that she’s putting on it.”
“She’s tied it all to her Netflix show so the two things will either fly or fail together. I can’t see for the life of me why she didn’t just do a Suits re-boot,” the royal correspondent added.
“Acting is what first forged a relationship between Meghan and the American people and Suits has had a wild run recently, it’s been so successful,” Jack stated.
Meghan Markle’s Royal Aspirations: Inspired by Diana, but on her terms
Meghan Markle wanted to follow Princess Diana’s legacy—but on her own terms
When Meghan Markle stepped into royal life, she envisioned a path modeled after Princess Diana’s legacy—championing the marginalised and making a global impact.
However, according to royal author Tom Quinn’s explosive new book Yes Ma’am, Meghan wanted to do so on a part-time basis, balancing royal duties with personal independence.
Insiders reveal that Meghan saw herself as a modern princess with the flexibility to pursue her passions while maintaining royal status.
“Meghan once said, ‘What Diana started, I want to finish,’” an insider shared, explaining that she hoped to embody Diana’s humanitarian spirit while keeping control over her commitments.
Despite Harry and Meghan’s wish to continue representing the monarchy in a limited capacity, the 2020 Sandringham Summit ultimately ruled out such an arrangement, leading the couple to step down and forge their own path.
With their royal ties severed, Meghan and Harry embarked on a new journey, redefining their roles on their own terms. While Meghan may not have fulfilled her vision within the monarchy, she continues to champion causes close to her heart, echoing Diana’s legacy in her own way.
Prince Harry’s US visa row gives new tension to the Duke
Prince Harry receives shocking news about US visa case
Prince Harry’s life in the US might be in danger as the lawyers in his visa case made a shocking revelation.
For the unversed, US Think Tank, The Heritage Foundation filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Homeland Security related to the Duke of Sussex’s shocking claims of taking drugs before making California his home.
The foundation urged the officials to make Harry’s immigration papers in order to see that King Charles’ son mentioned his drug taking in the past which he also mentioned in his bombshell memoir Spare and Netflix series of cannabis, coke and magic mushrooms.
The Think Tank believes that the Prince might have lied on his visa application or he was given protection by then-US president Joe Biden’s government.
In the latest update, the US Department of Homeland Security’s lawyers said that three papers would made public with redactions. However, a fourth document will remain private.
As per MailOnline, a lawyer for DHS, John Bardo said “it had determined that redacted versions of items 1-3 can be made public.”
The law expert stated that the material will be shared with Judge Carl Nichols by March 6, according to the report.
Kansas singer Ronnie Platt revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer as the rock band canceled multiple shows.
Platt, 64, seemed in good spirits following his diagnosis as he shared a statement on Facebook regarding his health.
“For all of you asking, Tuesday I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer but before everyone gets all excited, it has a 99% survival rate, it has not spread,” Platt wrote on Feb. 15. “It’s contained to my thyroid. I just have to have my thyroid removed. Go through some rehab time and be right back in the saddle.”
“I sincerely appreciate everyone’s positive thoughts and prayers,” Platt continued. “I have some absolutely amazing people going to bat for me!! as it has been put to me, this is just a bump in the road and will be behind me very soon! so everyone please CARRY ON!”
Thyroid cancer can begin with no symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. Eventually, the cancer may cause “swelling in your neck, voice changes and difficulty swallowing.” There are several types of thyroid cancer.
“Our goal is to be back on the road as soon as possible,” assistant band manager J.R. Rees told Ultimate Classic Rock in a statement. “Right now, we’re all focused on supporting Ronnie through this.”
Kansas singer Ronnie Platt revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer as the rock band canceled multiple shows.
“For all of you asking, Tuesday I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer but before everyone gets all excited, it has a 99% survival rate, it has not spread,” Platt wrote on Facebook on Feb. 15.
The band also shared an article on Platt’s cancer diagnosis on social media, writing, “This is just a bump in the road.”
Before announcing his diagnosis, Kansas pushed two shows scheduled for Feb. 14 and Feb. 15 in Oklahoma to November.
The rock band also canceled an upcoming show in Lake Charles, Louisiana, scheduled for March 1.“The band apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes to be back on the road soon,” Kansas wrote on Instagram.
“It’s contained to my thyroid. I just have to have my thyroid removed. Go through some rehab time and be right back in the saddle,” he continued.
“Our goal is to be back on the road as soon as possible,” assistant band manager J.R. Rees told Ultimate Classic Rock in a statement. “Right now, we’re all focused on supporting Ronnie through this.”
Kansas was formed five decades ago as a “garage band” in Topeka.
The rock band released its debut album, “Kansas,” in 1974.
Kansas charted on Billboard for 200 weeks during the 1970s and 1980s, according to the band’s website.
“Carry on Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind” have continued to be popular songs to this day.
Robert De Niro on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” Feb. 20, 2025.
Robert De Niro has shared the backstory behind one of the most unforgettable moments in Martin Scorsese’s 1976 masterpiece “Taxi Driver,” revealing that the iconic scene was partially improvised.
During an appearance on “Live with Kelly and Mark” on Thursday, the 81-year-old actor recalled how some of the best moments in film come from spontaneous improvisation. “Some of the best stuff, not always, is when it’s improvised,” De Niro told hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos.
In “Taxi Driver,” De Niro’s portrayal of disturbed cabbie Travis Bickle birthed one of the most memorable scenes in cinema history: standing in front of a mirror, Bickle talks to himself and points a gun at his reflection as he imagines facing off with a foe.
TAXI DRIVER, Robert De Niro, 1976
TAXI DRIVER, Robert De Niro, 1976
“You talkin’ to me? You talkin’ to me? You talkin’ to me? Then who the hell else are you talkin’ to?” De Niro, as Bickle, famously demands of his invisible adversary. “You talkin’ to me? Well, I’m the only one here. Who the f–k do you think you’re talking to?”
During his chat with Ripa and Consuelos, De Niro said that the scene wasn’t entirely scripted. “The producer [of the film] … said on some show that Marty had said it was all improvised. We had something [on the page], I forget exactly but Marty remembers a lot better than I do,” the actor shared.
Robert De Niro on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” Feb. 20, 2025.
Robert De Niro on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” Feb. 20, 2025.
“It seemed right,” De Niro added, reflecting on the moment. “It was done spontaneously. You don’t know what’s going to [happen]. That’s the fun of working, especially with someone like Marty Scorsese. It’s nice to be able to go here and there, go off, following the scene or the thrust of the story, but you can go here and there. You never know when that stuff is usable.”
De Niro’s performance in “Taxi Driver” earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. The trophy ended up going to the late Peter Finch for his role in “Network.”
TAXI DRIVER, Robert De Niro, 1976
In 2003, Bickle was ranked as the 30th greatest movie villain in movie history by the American Film Institute in their “AFI 100 Years…100 Heroes & Villains” list.
Although plans for a “Taxi Driver” sequel were discussed in the early 2000s, with De Niro and Scorsese working with screenwriter Paul Schrader, the project was ultimately abandoned in 2013 when the famous director grew dissatisfied with the script.
Robert De Niro attends “A Bronx Tale” screening during the 2023 Tribeca Festival at Beacon Theatre on June 17, 2023 in New York City.
Nearly 50 years since “Taxi Driver,” De Niro’s performance continues to influence film and popular culture. When the “Goodfellas” star made a cameo in a “Debbie Downer” sketch on Sunday’s “SNL 50: The Anniversary Special,” Debbie (Rachel Dratch) responded to De Niro’s request for a straw by asking, “You talking to me? You talking to me?”
Harrison Ford is still going strong at 82. When the Hollywood legend was on the red carpet for Season 2 of his “Yellowstone” prequel show “1923” (returning Sunday on Paramount+), Entertainment Tonight asked what would make him retire.
The “Indiana Jones” star quipped, “When you forget my name.”
Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford leave the “Indiana Jones and the Dial Of Destiny” red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2023, in Cannes, France.
When asked if a third season of “1923” would happen, he shrugged and said, “I just work here.”
During that same red carpet, Extra asked Ford the same question about retirement, and he replied, “Haven’t thought about it.”
As for what keeps him working, Ford answered, “Good writing. I just stumbled into a kind of vein of it, and that’s why I’m so ubiquitous right now.”
Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton and Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton in Season 2, Episode 7 of “1923.”
About “Yellowstone” universe creator Taylor Sheridan, he said, “His writing is exceptional. He’s an incredible storyteller. Nothing like that that I’ve ever seen.”
Helen Mirren, 79, plays his on-screen wife in “1923,” and the pair are “old friends.”
“She’s [an] absolutely extraordinary actress and wonderful person to be with and hang out with. I really adore her,” Ford gushed. “She’s a lot of fun, and she’s extraordinarily talented and one of the nicest people I’ve ever met.”
“The Fugitive” actor is currently in two shows in his eighth decade — “1923” and the Apple TV+ comedy “Shrinking,” which he got a Golden Globe nomination for. He’s also in the blockbuster “Captain America: Brave New World.”
Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart attend the 2024 Critics Choice Awards on Jan. 14, 2024, in Santa Monica, Calif.
Harrison Ford attends the Los Angeles premiere of Paramount+ Series “1923” Season 2 on Feb. 19, 2025, in Los Angeles, Calif.
He’s been married to his third wife, Calista Flockhart, 60, since 2010. The couple share one adopted son, Liam, 22, and Ford also has four adult children from his past marriages: Benjamin, 58, Willard, 55, Malcolm, 36, and Georgia, 34.
During a recent interview with The Post, Ford’s “1923” co-star, Julia Schlaepfer, who plays his character’s daughter-in-law, gushed about Ford and his sense of humor.
“He’s the funniest person alive,” Schlaepfer, 29, said about the “Star Wars” star.
Harrison Ford is seen on Oct. 8, 2024, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Brandon Sklenar, Michelle Randolph, Julia Schlaepfer and Harrison Ford attend the “1923” Season 2 premiere at Delilah on Feb. 19, 2025, in Los Angeles, Calif.
She added, “We all spent so much time together, and he just has the best sense of humor. He would joke with me all the time. He would… ask for my autograph and then crumple it up and throw it in the trash. He would make fun of me, and I would make fun of him.”
Ford “respects the work so much,” she said, “and respects all the people who are working and is obviously so talented and a legend — but he’s just so humble and cool and like he’s like somebody you just want to hang out with.”
