Now, as you all know, I’ve been following the Meghan Markle saga for years, and I’ve got to say, the latest development with our favorite former royal is exactly what many of us saw coming from miles away. Meghan thought she could be the next Martha Stewart, but oh, how the mighty have fallen. Let me paint you a picture of what’s going on behind the scenes in Hollywood.
Netflix, our beloved streaming giant, has essentially given Meghan the classic “It’s not you, it’s me” speech and ditched her show in favor of a new cooking show with LeBron James. This is what happens when you try to play in the big leagues without substance. Yes, indeed.
They’ve supported initiatives here and there, but it’s just not working. Isn’t it ironic that the woman who thought she could use the royal family as a stepping stone to Hollywood stardom is now watching as Netflix’s dream of dominance goes up in smoke? You really couldn’t make this up.
Let’s rewind for a second, in case you missed some of the earlier chapters of the Meghan saga. When Harry and Meghan signed their massive Netflix deal, they acted like they were going to revolutionize content creation. Remember all those promises? Documentaries, children’s shows—so much hype! But what did we actually get? A whiny documentary where they complained about the very institution that gave them the platform. And here we are in 2024 with… a cooking show that’s been put on the back burner. Netflix has chosen a basketball player over someone who claimed to be Hollywood royalty.
What gets me, and I know many of you feel the same way, is how the real royals continue to carry themselves with grace and dignity. Catherine, for example, understands what it means to serve. She’s quietly revolutionizing what it means to be royal in the modern age. Charles has been handling everything with such composure despite all the mud being thrown at him by his younger son and daughter-in-law. He’s the epitome of class, and Camilla is pushing through, too. The contrast between the working royals and the Hollywood wannabes couldn’t be starker.
On one side, we have the royals who understand their role. On the other, we have Meghan, who thought she could use the royal family as a launchpad. And, let’s talk about the timing of all of this—just as Meghan tries to launch her lifestyle brand, which, let’s be honest, looks like a pale imitation of Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop, Netflix announces its partnership with LeBron. The message couldn’t be clearer: they’re moving on to bigger and better things.
And speaking of the trademark issues, this whole situation is like watching a house of cards collapse. This is what happens when you try to build an empire on nothing but self-promotion. And what really gets me is how Harry has been reduced to a supporting character in his own life story. Remember when he was that cheeky, beloved prince who served his country and started the Invictus Games? Now he’s just a bystander as Meghan flounders with one failed venture after another.
Now, I've been in this industry long enough to recognize a pattern when I see one. This Netflix situation isn’t just about a cooking show—it’s about credibility and understanding your audience. LeBron has proven himself in his field and earned his respect. Meghan, on the other hand, hasn’t delivered. While her projects are floundering, the real royals are going from strength to strength. Catherine’s recent engagements have shown exactly what modern royalty should look like—connected to the people, understanding current issues. The contrast between Catherine and Meghan couldn’t be more striking.
While Catherine is out there making real connections, raising her children to understand their role, Meghan is trying to convince Netflix that she can cook. You know what this reminds me of? It’s like that person we all know who talks a big game but never follows through. They make grand announcements, promise the world, but when it’s time to deliver—crickets.
And let’s not forget this isn’t the first time we've seen this pattern. Remember the Spotify deal? Another big announcement, another set of promises. And what did we get? One podcast series where Meghan mostly interviewed her friends rather than creating real content. History repeats itself, my friends.
What we’re seeing with this Netflix deal is just another chapter in the saga. The streaming giant has realized what many of us knew all along: star power isn’t about who you marry or the titles you hold. It’s about delivering substance. While this is happening, William and Catherine continue to rise above. They don’t need celebrity status to do their duty, and that’s the key difference.
Understanding your role and knowing your worth—that’s what the working royals get. Meanwhile, Meghan seems to think being royal is all about building a personal brand. Well, that’s just not working out for her.
This Netflix situation isn’t just a business decision—it’s a statement in the entertainment industry saying, “We see through the smoke and mirrors.” And that’s exactly what needs to happen. For too long, certain people have been trading on titles and connections instead of substance. The tide is turning.
Remember, real royalty doesn’t need Netflix deals or lifestyle brands. Real royalty is about service, duty, and putting others first. William and Catherine demonstrate that every single day, and that’s why they continue to grow in popularity.
