Meghan Markle has reportedly cut ties with several long-time friends, including childhood friend Ninaki Priddy, Canadian socialite Jessica Mulroney, and royal wedding guests David and Victoria Beckham. Relationship expert Kate Mansfield believes that Markle has outgrown her old friends due to a change in values and goals brought on by her tenure in the royal family. Mansfield explains that people who value personal growth often grow apart from old friends as they change and no longer have much in common. This can be due to different values, lifestyles, and interests, all of which apply to Meghan’s journey into royalty.
Markle and Prince Harry made the move from the United Kingdom to Montecito, California in 2020. Since then, they have cut ties with several former friends, including David and Victoria Beckham. The couple accused the Beckhams of leaking stories about them, which caused the end of their friendship. According to a source, David Beckham is furious about the allegations and it is unlikely that they will make up.
Markle has also reportedly frozen out longtime pal Jessica Mulroney, who made a tone-deaf remark about “white privilege” in June 2020. Markle was already upset with Mulroney at the time because she felt she was benefiting from their friendship. Another friend that Markle is no longer on speaking terms with is Ninaki Priddy, who was her maid of honor at her first wedding. Priddy reportedly shared stories with the press, leading Markle to believe she was calculated and strategic in her relationships.
Now, Markle has a new circle of friends that includes mogul Victoria Jackson. She was recently seen with members of her new crew, including wellness entrepreneur Kadi Lee and poet/author Cleo Wade, dining at a restaurant in California. They were celebrating Markle’s belated 42nd birthday. It seems that Markle has found a new support system and is moving forward with her life.