Meghan Markle was allegedly banned from the cover of British Vogue in September 2022 by Anna Wintour, according to a source. The decision reportedly stemmed from Wintour's frustration with the Duchess of Sussex's team's micromanaging. This led to a reported rift between Meghan and then-British Vogue editor Edward Enninful.
The planned Vogue feature was intended to coincide with Meghan's appearance at the One Young World Summit in Manchester in September 2022. However, Conde Nast insiders claim the project was abruptly canceled. An insider told FEMAIL that Meghan was being difficult about the cover and her team was insisting on particular straplines.
The source added that Wintour, upon hearing of the demands, allegedly intervened and canceled the cover and story. The source also compared Meghan's desire for control over media coverage to that of Beyoncé. However, sources close to Meghan deny she sought a Vogue cover, stating she was invited to appear.
British Vogue's September 2022 cover ultimately featured Canadian model Linda Evangelista. Sources claim the shelving of the Meghan project damaged Enninful's friendship with the Duchess. While relations cooled, Edward's team sent flowers to the Duchess for her 43rd birthday.
Their friendship began with Enninful's invitation for Meghan to guest-edit British Vogue six years prior. While friendships may drift, sources say they still exchange cards, flowers, and texts. Enninful has also increased his involvement with the Royal Family, creating a delicate balance.