Gwyneth Paltrow Dismisses Meghan Markle ‘Beef’ Rumors

Now she knows her.

In response to swirling rumors suggesting she harbors animosity toward Meghan Markle, Gwyneth Paltrow has made a clarifying statement. The 52-year-old founder of Goop addressed the gossip that emerged following a recent Instagram video in which she was seen preparing breakfast in her pajamas in what appeared to be her own kitchen. One social media user posited that her post was laden with veiled jabs at the 43-year-old Duchess of Sussex, particularly in light of Markle’s debuting cooking and lifestyle program, “With Love, Meghan,” alongside her new lifestyle brand.

Paltrow’s critics lauded her for exuding a sense of authenticity and relatability, contrasting her unscripted home setting with the staged environments often noted in Markle’s public appearances. One commenter mused, “No fake house, fake kitchen, or fake friends—just your beautiful, true self,” emphasizing the refreshing nature of Paltrow’s candidness.

However, during a recent Instagram Q&A, Paltrow expressed her bewilderment over the purported tension: “I genuinely do not understand this,” she said, gesturing to Markle, who also seemed perplexed by the speculation. Despite living in close proximity, Paltrow admitted she does not know Markle or her husband, Prince Harry, personally, though she described her brief encounter with Markle as “lovely.”

Paltrow’s discussion with Markle may illustrate her commitment to female solidarity, as she emphasized treating other women as allies rather than rivals, recalling her mother’s wise counsel: “Another woman is never your competition.”

Alluding humorously to potential future interactions, Paltrow mused about bringing Markle a pie—a light-hearted gesture that hints at an evolving rapport between two high-profile women navigating the complexities of celebrity culture.