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Adding fuel to the fire, Paltrow's followers pointed out that she used the same song, "Will Be an Everlasting Love" by Natalie Cole, in her Instagram posts— the same tune associated with Meghan Markle’s Netflix promos. This repetition fuels the conspiracy that both narratives are intertwined or that Markle is subtly copying Paltrow’s aesthetic and strategic content model.

The Competition of Cultural Signaling and Female Rivalry

The exchanges reveal an underlying rivalry played out through social media, with critics and fans alike debating who is more genuine. Some suggest that Markle's attempts at relatability feel contrived, whereas Paltrow's consistent authenticity—however curated—is what sets her apart.