Duchess Finds Encouragement as Hollywood Star Dismisses Rivalry Claims
Meghan Markle has found a moment of reassurance after Gwyneth Paltrow publicly supported her amid ongoing scrutiny surrounding her lifestyle brand, As Ever.
The Duchess of Sussex, who recently announced the rebranding of her venture—formerly American Riviera Orchard—alongside the release date for her Netflix cooking show, has faced comparisons to Paltrow’s wellness empire, Goop. Experts speculated that Meghan was attempting to mirror the Hollywood star’s business model.
Addressing the speculation for the first time, Paltrow dismissed any notion of competition in an interview with Vanity Fair, stating, “When there’s noise about certain women in the culture, I always have a strong instinct to stand up for them.” She added, “I was raised to see other women as friends, not foes. There’s always more than enough to go around.”
Just hours after Paltrow’s remarks, Meghan posted a serene image of herself gardening on her brand’s official page, captioned “Daily rituals,” appearing to embrace the message of solidarity.
With Paltrow offering a vote of confidence, Meghan seems to be focusing on the positives as she prepares for the official launch of As Ever in Spring 2025.
