Oprah cancels birthday bash for Princess Lilibet after Meghan and Harry's royal snub
It seems even a royal fifth birthday celebration isn't immune to celebrity drama. Insiders report that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are scaling back plans for Princess Lilibet’s fifth birthday next month after Oprah Winfrey abruptly pulled her support for a lavish California bash. Sources say Oprah was put off by what she called a "one-sided loyalty demand" from the couple, specifically after the Sussexes allegedly refused to invite any of Lilibet’s British cousins, including Prince George. For the rest of us, this feels like a high-stakes show of status that will ultimately cost the couple thousands in last-minute venue and vendor fees. But here's the real wallet hit: if you’re a parent planning a birthday party this spring, experts say the fallout from this celebrity feud is already driving up demand for party planners and exclusive venues, meaning your child’s simple backyard bash could now cost 20% more due to the Hollywood rush on remaining dates. The moral? Keep your guest list drama-free to avoid a surprise expense on your credit card.