Let's be honest—what we're seeing here is essentially The Real Housewives of Montecito, but with Netflix’s signature polished production value. It's all about that perfectly curated lifestyle, and of course, everything is shown in black and white, with a carefully selected group of friends along for the ride. Speaking of friends, let’s talk about the exclusive circle we’re being introduced to. We’ve got Mindy Kaling, who has been notably supportive of Meghan in the past, and a host of other stars making appearances.
What’s especially telling here is that this show seems to embody everything Meghan claimed she didn’t want when she first joined the royal family. Remember all those complaints about being controlled? Well, here she is, fully in control of her own narrative. The timing is also interesting—while Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is focusing on meaningful projects like childhood development, Meghan seems to be carving out a path centered around personal branding. The contrast between someone dedicated to public service and someone focused on self-promotion couldn’t be clearer.
But let’s not get lost in the shine. No amount of glossy production can mask the emptiness that seems to underpin this whole project. And then there's the title—With Love, Meghan. It’s trying so hard to feel intimate and personal, but it ends up coming across as completely manufactured.
Now, let’s talk about the show’s setup. Eight episodes, each about 33 minutes long, featuring various experts and friends. It’s clear they’re positioning Meghan as some sort of lifestyle guru, which, honestly, is pretty bizarre.
What stands out the most is the absence of Prince Harry in the trailer. Given how he’s positioned himself previously, his lack of presence here is telling. For those of us who’ve seen the genuine grace and dedication of working royals like Catherine and William, the whole vibe of this show feels hollow in comparison. It's a vanity project, plain and simple.
The reaction from viewers has been pretty unanimous—we see through it. We get what this is: another attempt to stay in the spotlight and maintain relevance, with a manufactured sense of relatability. Let’s be real here, the show will likely get its share of viewers when it premieres on January 15. Netflix has heavily invested in the Sussex brand, and they’ll promote it accordingly. But will it really change minds? Will it convince those who’ve already seen through the facade?
This show seems to be the culmination of what many of us predicted when Meghan left the royal family—to pursue a life of influencing, with the added cache of her royal connections. It’s honestly quite sad because there was real potential here for Meghan to make a meaningful impact. But now? It’s all gone.
