Imagine the heated confrontations between Meghan and Harry as yet another transaction fails, all while facing scathing criticism from industry insiders. Did they truly believe that they could effortlessly obtain wealth without toiling for it? Do they not recognize the hard work that the rest of us put in? The Duchess seemed to have believed that she had bid farewell to such tiresome and laborious work.
After marrying the fifth in line to the throne and establishing a base in the United States, Meghan Markle, once a budding actress and a suitcase girl on "Deal or No Deal," expected all those Hollywood elites who had previously resisted her charms to suddenly bow before her. She relished the notion of being a hot commodity, using her platform to spout pious podcast platitudes about female empowerment or, at the very least, one specific archetype that Madam envisioned.
Glittering visitors would queue up to play their relatively silent roles, all because of their ancestral power, which they pretended to despise in the name of fairness and equity. It allowed them to magically transform their self-pitying narrative into gold.
Hundreds of millions of dollars were thrown their way in this royal endeavor. It was a brilliant notion—Harry and Meghan would be the first content producers in history to not have regular employment; they themselves would be the content that Spotify and Netflix would purchase. They believed they would be rich for years to come by selling their regal credentials to the highest bidder.
However, the Duke and Duchess seemed to have overlooked an important factor: Hollywood is a ruthless environment, even for those who possess exceptional talent, which Harry and Meghan most certainly do not. Even if you work tirelessly to satisfy its demands, which Harry and Meghan evidently do not, you can be fired at any time, your contracts revoked, and your stardom tarnished like chipped nail polish.
Despite their claims about the media, Harry and Meghan's royal status may still command respect in the UK, but that does not hold true in Los Angeles. Bill Simmons, a Spotify executive, referred to the couple as "grifters" when the streaming company canceled its $20 million arrangement with them after just one season. The couple's claim of a mutually agreed parting of ways was shattered by Simmons, who oversees podcast innovation and revenue.
In a moment of candid honesty on his own podcast, Simmons admitted that he would have to get wasted one night in order to assist Harry in coming up with a podcast concept. "One of my finest stories is this one... them, the thieves, grifters, scroungers looking to earn a quick buck," he said. To loosely translate the American slang, I discovered that the only thing Americans despise more than a grifter is a whiner.
During my extensive U.S book tour, spanning 23 cities in 25 days, I observed that even people with legitimate grievances are cautious about sounding whiny. Americans value gratitude, so being perceived as unappreciative is strongly discouraged.
Note that even the most famous individuals ensure they express gratitude for the opportunities presented to them. The Sussexes have somehow managed to embody the catastrophic double whammy of being both whining and swindling.
Another scathing quote comes from the remarkable Bill Simmons: "You live in Montecito, and you just sell documentaries and podcasts, and nobody cares what you have to say about anything unless you talk about the royal family, and you just complain about them." It seems like open season on this misguided couple.
After facing such accurate criticism, Jeremy Zimmer, the executive of United Talent Agency and one of the most influential players in the entertainment industry, added to the mounting disapproval by stating that he was not shocked by Spotify's decision. "Turns out Meghan Markle was not a great audio talent or necessarily any kind of talent," he candidly remarked in an interview with Semaphore News. Just being famous doesn't automatically make you good at something.
Ouch! The sharks have begun to circle, causing significant damage to the couple's reputation. As more heinous reports surface, it becomes apparent that declining an offer to appear on Archetypes, a show that Meghan herself penned, didn't sit well with Taylor Swift. Taylor, who An author who was invited to appear as a guest on Meghan's podcast recently shared her experience, revealing a rather peculiar occurrence.
Upon arrival, the author discovered that Megan herself had never spoken to or even met her. Instead, the producer approached her, and later, Meghan's voice was edited into the audio to create the illusion that she had conducted the interview herself. Such behavior is not only impolite but also lacking in class.
Apparently, this was a common practice, with only the most renowned guests being granted actual conversations with Meghan. It's rather expected from someone who allegedly complained, "I can't believe I'm not getting paid for this," during a royal visit to Australia. It seems the poor thing only received a £32 million wedding and an old title that she could use as a platinum reserve card in return.
Adding to the intriguing saga, there were rumors of a brainstorming session between Harry and a duke, where the latter suggested that Harry interview notable figures like Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to delve into their childhood traumas and understand how they affected their mental health, ultimately contributing to world peace. However, one can't help but question if Prince Harry even possesses a functional brain to engage in such endeavors.
While Harry and Meghan's documentary premiered as the most successful Netflix release to date, the allure of delving into their private grievances seems to be diminishing. Harry's autobiography became a bestseller because it was written by a different author altogether.
As for Meghan, her animated children's film, centered around a 12-year-old girl drawing inspiration from significant women in history, has been canceled, saving us from what could have been a saccharine overdose. Perhaps it's time to watch Mission Impossible instead, with a plea from the kids to their mom.
Although the Sussexes' contract with Netflix extends until 2025, the Wall Street Journal warns of a graveyard of unfinished video productions. Businesses that invested substantial sums of money are disappointed by the lack of content the couple has produced. According to the article, Harry and Meghan struggle to create content beyond their own experiences, failing to grasp that a world exists outside their privileged bubble.
Their entitlement and lack of work ethic have been glaringly exposed, as they no longer command the deference they once enjoyed. Tantrums and accusations of racism won't alter their predicament. In the U.S., sharks are drawn to blood, and it appears the limit on the royal credit card has been reached. Harry and Meghan find themselves in a precarious situation.
