Sweeney, dressed in a 1950s-inspired floral dress, stunned the red carpet with her co-stars like Ana de Armas and Vanessa Kirby. However, it wasn’t her outfit that made headlines. According to sources, Sweeney allegedly called Meghan Markle a “yacht girl” to her face in front of onlookers. The term “yacht girl” is a derogatory label often associated with women who allegedly seek wealthy men while vacationing on yachts, a rumor that has unfairly surrounded Markle for years. The confrontation reportedly left the event buzzing with tension, overshadowing the premiere of the film Eden.

The incident has sparked debates about Sweeney’s motives and whether her comments were part of a larger, personal grudge or simply a spontaneous outburst. Meghan Markle, meanwhile, has not officially commented on the incident. The tense exchange at such a prestigious event has led to speculation about the pressures and challenges public figures face, particularly women like Markle, who have been subject to intense media scrutiny throughout her career.

While TIFF is often a platform for celebrating cinematic achievements, the focus has now shifted to this dramatic encounter, which has cast a shadow over the otherwise glamorous event.