Netflix potentially axing Meghan’s show—is sending shockwaves through the industry. But for those of us who’ve been paying attention, is it really that surprising?
First off, let’s talk about what’s going on behind the scenes at Netflix. We’re hearing reports that the streaming giant is seriously reconsidering its relationship with the Duchess of Sussex, especially following that explosive Vanity Fair article about her workplace behavior. Now, as someone who’s spent years observing both Hollywood and the royal family, I can’t help but feel like this story has been brewing for a long time.
Remember when Netflix first announced their deal with Harry and Meghan? They thought they were getting royal gold, but what they ended up with was a pair of professional complainers who couldn’t produce anything but their own grievances. And now, with Meghan’s latest show hanging in the balance, we’re seeing the chickens come home to roost.
Let’s talk about the viewer numbers for a moment. The trailer for With Love, Meghan—doesn’t that title just make you cringe?—has been absolutely demolished in the court of public opinion. We’re talking about a like-to-dislike ratio that would make any marketing department break out in cold sweats—177,000 likes to over 70,000 dislikes, and it just kept getting worse. In all my years covering entertainment and the royals, I’ve rarely seen such a unanimous rejection.
Speaking of marketing departments, let’s discuss a fascinating tidbit. Word on the street is that the entire marketing team handling Meghan’s show was shown the door—apparently at her insistence. Does that sound familiar? It’s exactly the kind of behavior described in that Vanity Fair article, the same pattern we heard about from her time at the palace. Compare this to how our beloved Princess of Wales handles her public projects. Catherine works collaboratively with her team, showing genuine appreciation for their expertise. The results speak for themselves—every initiative she touches turns to gold because she understands something Meghan never has: it’s about the cause, not the celebrity.
What’s particularly telling is how this whole situation mirrors what we’ve seen from Meghan time and time again. Remember that LA fire tragedy publicity stunt? There she was, cameras conveniently present, pretending to help while actually just creating content for her show. This is someone who can’t even peel her own vegetables without having them prepped first. It’s this kind of artificial, manufactured authenticity that viewers are seeing right through.
The timing of all this couldn’t be more interesting, especially when we look at how the real working royals are conducting themselves. While William and Catherine continue their dignified service to the nation, and King Charles and Queen Camilla work tirelessly for the good of the Commonwealth, what do we see from the California crew? More manufactured drama, more publicity stunts, and now, potentially, another failed project.
Let’s talk about the business side of this for a moment. Netflix isn’t just any streaming service—they’re a major player who’s recently been making tough decisions about their content and spending. They’ve canceled shows with actual viewership numbers, so why would they continue pouring money into projects that are being universally panned before they even launch? The simple answer is: they wouldn’t.
Here’s where it gets really interesting, my friends. Reports suggest that Netflix’s board of directors and CEO might not be seeing eye to eye on this issue. Now, in all my years of covering entertainment and the royals, I’ve learned that when there’s smoke like this, there’s usually fire. Someone at Netflix must be waking up to what we’ve all been seeing for years. The Vanity Fair article might be the straw that broke the camel’s back, but let’s be honest, this has been building for a while. From the lackluster reception of their documentary series to Harry’s memoir to this latest project, it’s been one disappointment after another. In the entertainment industry, you’re only as good as your last success. So, when was Meghan’s last success exactly? Oh wait...
What strikes me most about all of this is the contrast between how Meghan’s situation is playing out and how the working royals handle their media projects. When Catherine releases a new initiative or William launches an environmental project, there’s genuine public interest, positive engagement, and real impact. Why? Because they understand it’s about service, not self-service.
I’m hearing from my sources that Netflix executives are in a real bind here. They’ve invested considerable resources into this project, but at what cost to their reputation in the entertainment industry? Timing is everything, and releasing a show that’s already generating this much negative buzz might be throwing good money after bad.
For those of you who’ve been following my channel, you know I’ve always tried to give fair analysis. But the numbers don’t lie—the public reaction to anything Meghan-related has been consistently negative, and it’s only getting worse. This isn’t about bias; it’s about a fundamental disconnect between what she’s trying to sell and what people are willing to buy.
Here’s what I think is really going on. Netflix is finally realizing what many of us have known all along: Meghan Markle’s brand is toxic. Not because of any campaign against it, as she’d like to claim, but because of her own actions, choices, and behavior. The Vanity Fair article just confirmed what palace staff had been saying for years.
Let’s remember the contrast: while Meghan is dealing with this latest setback, what are William and Catherine doing? They’re quietly and effectively carrying out their duties, supporting their causes, and genuinely connecting with people—no drama, no leaked stories, no desperate publicity stunts. Just real, authentic service to the crown and country.
Speaking of authenticity, isn’t it interesting how every project Meghan touches seems to end up in controversy? From her Spotify podcast getting canceled to this latest Netflix drama, there’s a clear pattern here that can’t be ignored. It all comes back to that fundamental issue of authenticity—or rather, the lack thereof.
