So, has Meghan Markle just been let go by her PR firm, WME? Furthermore, is Netflix going to be the next to put her on the chopping block?
If you’re not following them, I highly recommend you do—they share some of the best insider info! According to this blind item from Secondhand Cook, it’s mentioned that Meghan creates her own press and pays for it. If there are financial issues at play, it seems to be coming from Meghan herself, as it’s unlikely anyone else would openly discuss their financial struggles.
What’s notable is that we’ve had a period of quiet lately, which seems to align with Meghan's departure from WME, similar to when Sunshine Sachs dropped her. Now, since this is a blind item, I encourage everyone to do their own research and draw your own conclusions.
This blind item hints at two key clues suggesting that WME may have indeed fired or dropped Meghan. First, it implies she’s now turning to the press about her financial issues. If that’s the case, why isn’t a WME representative speaking on her behalf? That’s typically part of what a PR agency does—interesting, right?
The second clue comes from the statement about the "glorious quiet" we’ve experienced. With all the headlines about Meghan and Harry's marriage and their Netflix contract—topics we’ll touch on shortly—I would have expected WME to work overtime countering those negative narratives. The lack of response raises questions: Could it be that WME has indeed parted ways with Meghan, and that’s why there’s been no pushback?
Underneath Roy Sage’s post, user Katherine remarked that WME usually protects their clients to uphold their reputations. Their lack of action following the Hollywood Reporter article could make other clients nervous about their protection. This could imply that WME has distanced itself from Meghan.
I previously reported on this when the Hollywood Reporter piece came out, and Meghan’s team responded via US Weekly. The publication choice struck me as odd, given that WME is known to have significant influence in Hollywood. If they were going to counter that article, why not do it in a more prestigious outlet? Why not use something like Tatler or Deadline, which carry more weight than US Weekly? It’s almost as if Meghan had to scrape the bottom of the barrel for a platform to respond—just a thought!
Another part of the blind item references her being in a "Reas" with WME, similar to when she was dropped by Sunshine Sachs. For context, Meghan and Harry tried to present a positive narrative when they announced their split from Sunshine Sachs, claiming they didn’t need to pay a PR firm anymore. However, hiring WME raises the question: If she didn’t need PR help, why did she engage their services?
Rumors suggest that Meghan had issues with Sunshine Sachs, allegedly not paying them as agreed. Patty Sharon noted on Quora that Meghan often disregarded Sunshine Sachs’ advice, doing what she thought was best, which ultimately led to their split. There are claims she also didn’t settle accounts with them, which resulted in a financial loss for the firm.
Elizabeth Thor, a vice president at Sunshine Sachs, has commented on Meghan's aspirations, suggesting that she wants to be an international superstar rather than engaging in local community events. This attitude has reportedly turned many in Hollywood against her, painting a picture of someone who is not well-liked in the industry.
So, what about Netflix? Is Meghan next to be dropped? Reports indicate that Netflix executives are unhappy with Meghan and Harry’s polo documentary, particularly due to the limited focus on Harry. Instead, it seems the series features a relatively unknown Argentinian polo player, Nacho Figueras. Unless you're deeply into polo or the Harry and Meghan saga, you probably haven’t heard much about him.
Moreover, Netflix is reportedly dissatisfied with Meghan’s own cooking show, delaying its release until 2025. There’s a growing concern among insiders that this is a make-or-break moment for Meghan’s Netflix contract, especially as renewal discussions draw nearer.
Whispers around Hollywood suggest that Netflix may follow WME’s lead, potentially deciding not to renew their partnership with Meghan and Harry.