Oh, Netflix seems to have landed itself smack in the middle of yet another Sussex controversy, one that might make even their most battle-hardened executives wish for a real-life "Skip Intro" button.
This time, it’s Meghan Markle and Prince Harry stirring the pot with their latest venture into what some are calling “disaster tourism.” Rather than offering meaningful behind-the-scenes support, the Sussexes have been accused of showing up uninvited during the catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles. Their visit to an evacuation center sparked accusations of being "disaster tourists."
Justine Bateman didn’t hold back, branding the couple “ambulance chasers” in a scathing social media post. Her words were dripping with disdain:
> “What a repulsive photo op they achieved. Touring the damage—are they politicians now? They don’t live here. They are tourists. Disaster tourists.”
Unsurprisingly, Harry and Meghan aren’t taking this criticism lightly. Sources claim Meghan’s heart is “broken” by the backlash, especially since she grew up in Los Angeles. Harry, too, is said to believe their mere presence is proof enough of their good intentions.
However, critics argue that their PR team seems clueless about optics, as showing up for what some call a self-serving photo opportunity during a tragedy is anything but helpful.
Now, let’s shift the spotlight to Netflix, reportedly fuming over Harry and Meghan’s latest misstep. Lady Colin Campbell, never one to mince words, claims Netflix is in full-blown crisis mode, lamenting their association with the couple.
> “Harry and Meghan might be Netflix’s worst investment ever.”
Lady C didn’t stop there, bluntly stating:
> “Meghan has a knack for doing the wrong thing.”
If there were an Olympic event for PR disasters, Meghan might just take home the gold.
Adding to the chaos, Netflix is still trying to salvage Meghan’s upcoming cooking show. But behind the scenes, the company is reportedly panicking. Releasing the show now, amid this controversy, could further damage Netflix’s already shaky credibility.
Perhaps Netflix should rethink its strategy. Instead of backing these tone-deaf stunts, how about donating directly to relief efforts and letting professionals handle the crisis? Using a devastating wildfire as a backdrop for PR isn’t a good look—for anyone.
Let’s not forget that Netflix willingly signed up for this circus. They knew Harry and Meghan’s penchant for grabbing the spotlight, often for all the wrong reasons. The more the couple tries to position themselves at the center of global attention, the more negative press they seem to generate.
In the end, this fiasco might be a net loss for everyone involved—especially Netflix.
