What Happened to Meghan Markle's Former BFF Jessica Mulroney? Rift and 'White Privilege' Accusations Explained

Whatever happened to Jessica Mulroney? She is a Canadian stylist who used to be a regular of Meghan Markle's inner circle and is now noticeably missing from the Duchess of Sussex's life. Mulroney's fall from grace has been quick and, it seems, irreversible. She went from walking the steps of St. George's Chapel for the royal wedding to being almost completely cut off from Meghan.

Jessica Mulroney was more than just an ordinary friend to Meghan, she was a trusted friend. The former 'Suits' actress called her the night Prince Harry asked her to marry him, and her kids even went to the royal wedding. Jessica seemed to be following Meghan's lead after bagging fashion contracts and TV appearances herself. The icing on the cake was the chance to host her own bridal makeover show.

Fallout With Sasha Exeter

Then, Mulroney got into a public fight in 2020 and everything changed. She figured in a dispute with Black influencer Sasha Exeter, who said the stylist exploited her social status and 'white privilege' to scare her.

This was during the Black Lives Matter protests, when Mulroney thought she was called out by Toronto-based Exeter when the latter posted a general call-to-action message urging people with platforms to speak out in support of the movement.

According to Exeter, Mulroney wrongly interpreted the post as a personal attack, prompting her to send a series of defensive and aggressive private messages. At one point, Mulroney allegedly threatened to speak to Exeter's sponsors, which Exeter interpreted as an attempt to damage her career.

Shortly after, Mulroney issued a public apology in a comment on Exeter's post, alluding to her close friendship with Meghan Markle by saying she had experienced issues of race in her own life through someone close to her. The now-deleted comment read: 'I have lived a very public and personal experience with my closest friend where race was front and centre. It was deeply educational. I learned a lot from that. I promise to continue to learn and listen on how I can use my privilege to elevate and support Black voices.'

However, Exeter later revealed via Instagram Stories that behind the scenes, Mulroney threatened her with legal action, adding a layer of tension to an already fraught situation.

The fallout was immediate. Mulroney lost her television slots and was dropped by several brands, including her styling segment on Good Morning America. CTV Canada also pulled her reality show I Do, Redo from its platforms.

A Career Setback For Mulroney

Meghan Markle decided to distance herself from the incident. At the time, reports said that the Duchess considered the scandal as the last straw. It's true that Mulroney said she was sorry. But those who knew Meghan said she was getting uneasy with how her friend seemed to leverage their relationship for personal gain. One source described the friendship as already strained before the incident, adding that Meghan had been "looking for a way to cut ties."

Jessica Mulroney's career has changed a lot since then. She used to be a regular on large networks, but now she gives style tips on Instagram and collaborates with brands in a low-key way. She promotes Canadian brands like Aritzia and collaborates with online fashion stores. She also teases potential TV projects from time to time.

The two women used to be best friends, but now they don't follow each other on social media. Meghan's podcasts and TV specials have not had Mulroney on them. Harry's memoir Spare didn't include her, and she wasn't in the couple's Netflix documentary either.

Mulroney has hinted at personal problems through vague social media statements that suggest she feels alone and abandoned by people she used to trust. Quotes about losing friends and finding strength inside have been all over her feed, which has made her followers wonder what she means.

A Friendship That Couldn't Last

Even though things have been hard, the stylist has tried to start over. She still raises money for nonprofits that aid women, and she recently got back involved with The Shoebox Project, an organization she helped start. She said that one month in 2024 was 'the busiest and most fulfilling' in years, which suggests a quiet comeback, but without the hoopla of her royal connection.

The Duchess of Sussex has never talked about the termination of her connection with Mulroney in public. She is now focused on her lifestyle company, podcasting, and getting back on social media. A person close to Mulroney claimed: 'They've just grown apart,' and insisted that there was no bitterness on either side.

The friendship between Meghan Markle and Jessica Mulroney now appears to be little more than a memory. It's one that, despite public scrutiny, both women have quietly chose to leave behind.