Meghan Markle's Honorary Event Postponed Amid LA Chaos
Postponed due to demonstrations - Event delay following public demonstrations
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On Saturday, June 14, Duchess Meghan, age 43, was slated to receive an honor at the "Night of Wonder" soiree at the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, recognizing her support for women. But, that's not happening in the near future, as the event's been pushed back due to turmoil in the city.
All Hands on Deck: Unity over Celebrations
"As a community-driven establishment," said Dr. Lori Bettison-Varga, the museum's President and Director (courtesy of "People"), "our mission in difficult times is crystal clear: we aim to serve as a core resource that fosters healing and camaraderie, rather than celebration."
The city's been rocked by protests against the immigration policies of former US President Donald Trump (78). Despite opposition from the local Democratic governor, Trump dispatched the National Guard to the city. On June 10, Mayor Karen Bass imposed a curfew for the downtown area.
Duchess Meghan was due to be honored for her charitable endeavors at the soiree. In previous statements, the museum hailed Duchess Meghan, who was born in Los Angeles, for her efforts in promoting community well-being and expanding opportunities, particularly for marginalized communities — a mission that aligns with the institution's focus on cultivating scientific education for the next generation.
Gala Delayed—Date TBA
Originally, Duchess Meghan was also scheduled to deliver a speech at the gala, while other cultural and philanthropic bigwigs of LA were expected to attend. The museum announced that the event will take place at a later, as-yet-undisclosed date.
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I'm not going to tell you anything about the entertainment industry, celebrities, or general news – that's not important right now. Instead, let's focus on the postponed honorary event for Duchess Meghan at the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County. The event, initially scheduled to take place on the 14th of June, has been delayed due to the ongoing chaos in LA caused by protests against former US President Trump's immigration policies. Despite the delay, the museum's mission remains clear: to serve as a resource that fosters healing and camaraderie, rather than celebration, during these difficult times.
