The Sussexes are facing challenges in securing new business deals to meet their financial requirements, and they may be looking to recoup the money from their unsuccessful Spotify partnership through a potential agreement with a competing platform.
According to sources, Meghan and Harry are in talks with Audible, an audiobook and podcast service owned by Amazon. They are reevaluating their strategy and preparing to shift their focus to establish themselves as significant players across various multimedia platforms. Insiders anticipate that the couple will make a strong comeback in the New Year.
In June, their Hollywood aspirations took a hit when Spotify terminated their £16 million contract prematurely. This move was accompanied by public criticism, with the company's Chief, Bill Simmons, publicly calling them "grifters." Additionally, Jeremy Zimmer, the boss of United Talent Agency, labeled Meghan as not possessing significant audio talent. This latest development suggests that the Sussexes are aiming to respond to these critical remarks and potentially seek revenge on the audio service.
Their new platform choice is expected to be Audible, and Megan's team at Powerhouse LA talent agency W is reportedly deeply involved in these discussions. The couple already has strong ties to the subscription service, with Harry's recent memoir, narrated by the Duke himself, being offered to listeners for free as part of a promotional deal facilitated by his publisher, Penguin Random House.
Megan is also said to be reaching out to A-list celebrities as she plans to relaunch "The Tig," her lifestyle website, in an effort to establish herself as a prominent online influencer. Julia Roberts, Megan's personal icon, is reportedly her primary target for collaboration. Megan has been keen on befriending Roberts, inspired by the Oscar winner's career, since her arrival in the celebrity scene three years ago.
In essence, the couple's aim is to recover the funds they lost from the Spotify deal by teaming up with Audible. This collaboration follows in the footsteps of their mentors, the Obamas. Audible is currently offering free copies of Harry's memoir as part of a promotional arrangement.
However, not everyone is convinced that this shift in focus will yield success. Some skeptics point out that Meghan and Harry have faced challenges in production and that their previous podcast venture was not well-received. Meghan's voice and style have also been subject to criticism. Nevertheless, it appears that they are determined to make a comeback and find financial stability in the multimedia world.
