One might wonder why WME signed Meghan but not Harry. Perhaps they saw it as a challenge to rehabilitate her public image, or they mistakenly believed she still carried some cachet as a royal adjacent figure.
However, it's laughable to consider her acting skills, as they are widely regarded as subpar. WME couldn't even secure sponsorships for her, and their inability to negotiate an Emmy nomination speaks volumes.
While other celebrities might miss out on nominations due to a competitive field, the Sussexes' lack of nomination reflects their tarnished reputation, even within WME. It's clear that the couple is widely disliked in Hollywood, making their attempts at rebranding appear futile. They seem to have hit a dead end.
Despite having garnered millions of viewers for their Netflix documentary series, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced disappointment as they were left off the Emmy nomination list. The series delved into their relationship and included serious accusations against the royal family, including Prince William and King George III. In the first week, the show managed to average 4.8 million viewers, surpassing notable shows like "Stranger Things" and even "The Crown."
Critics like Schofield criticized Meghan's Netflix series, describing it as a one-sided production full of contradictions, leaving much to be desired. This Emmy snub is just one among a series of rejections the couple has faced in Hollywood. Despite Meghan's acting background, her influence and power seem to have diminished when working alongside Harry.
Their $25 million Spotify deal was cut short, and Meghan's podcast, Archetypes, lasted only 12 episodes. An insider from Archewell revealed to the Wall Street Journal that Harry and Meghan appeared surprised by the amount of work required to complete entertainment projects, resulting in a lack of direction for the podcast.
When the Primetime Emmy nominations were announced, Harry and Meghan's documentary series was notably absent from the list, leaving them dissatisfied with the news. According to royal expert Ingrid Seward, the couple might not show their discontent outwardly.
The Netflix series aired just three months after the queen's passing in December 2022 and marked the first project under their multi-million dollar deal with Netflix. Speculations about their next documentary revolve around Harry's charity work for service members, the Invictus Games, or a project featuring Harry's return to Africa.
Throughout the series, Harry and Meghan portray the royal family as adversaries while positioning themselves as saviors of the world. Their jabs at the royal family include Harry insinuating that his family looked down on his decision to marry Meghan due to her being an American actress, and Harry claiming to have been raised by a second family in Africa after his mother, Diana, died.
Viewers seemed to revel in the attacks on the royal family, as the series broke a Netflix record for the largest documentary debut, accumulating a total of 81.6 million hours watched within the first four days of release. However, despite these viewership numbers, the series fell short of receiving an Emmy nomination.
This Emmy snub adds to the growing list of setbacks for Harry and Meghan, following their recent departure from Spotify. The couple is reportedly feeling consistently unlucky due to their string of unfortunate events. However, they did achieve a victory when their series was nominated for the Hollywood Critics Awards in the best streaming nonfiction category.
Despite any frustrations they may feel about missing out on the Emmy nominations, Meghan and Harry will likely focus on the positive recognition they received from the Hollywood Critics Awards.
