Just when you thought we’d seen the last of Meghan Markle’s Netflix escapades, here comes *With Love, Meghan*. And who better to call out the nonsense than Ricky Gervais, our reigning king of brutally honest comedy? According to YouTuber Mike Zero, who usually covers Disney and Marvel but couldn’t resist the trainwreck that is Meghan’s latest project, Gervais has reportedly taken a flamethrower to her cooking show. Ricky described the trailer as "nonsense," questioning why anyone would want to watch Meghan Markle fumble her way through cooking and gardening. Fair point, Ricky.
I mean, let’s be honest—watching someone burn toast while awkwardly narrating the details isn’t exactly groundbreaking TV. Gervais also slammed the entire concept for lacking authenticity. Because, you know, nothing screams "authentic" like a meticulously curated series filmed in a house that isn’t even hers. And the genre? Oh boy. Gervais pointed out the bizarre mix of styles: a cooking show sprinkled with mockumentary vibes. Is it *The Great British Bake Off* meets *The Office*? No one knows. Not even Netflix, apparently.
The trailer’s reception has been nothing short of a disaster. Social media erupted in a collective cringe. One user summed it up perfectly: "Worst show ever. Markle is as fake as they come." Another chimed in, "All they wanted was privacy and a Netflix deal." Ouch. The internet didn’t hold back. One outraged viewer wrote, "Everything is so fake. Fake, fake, fake." Another pointed out the obvious: "There are content creators on Instagram who deserve this opportunity way more than she does." Oof.
Then there’s Meghan McCain, who absolutely unloaded on Markle. Once a supporter, McCain is now firmly on team "What are you even doing, Meghan?" She blasted Meghan for being tone-deaf, especially during such turbulent times in America—terror attacks, wars, and people struggling to afford groceries—while Meghan’s out here pretending to garden. McCain didn’t stop there, suggesting Meghan could have done something actually useful, like a show about bringing fresh food to low-income neighborhoods. Instead, Meghan went full ego mode. "This is why the world doesn’t like you," McCain concluded. Harsh, but not wrong.
Let’s talk about Netflix for a second. Ricky Gervais didn’t hold back here either, calling out the streaming giant for having no clue what its audience actually wants. And honestly, he’s right. The platform is already losing subscribers and banking on a show like this? Gervais predicts *With Love, Meghan* will flop spectacularly, further tarnishing Netflix’s reputation. Meanwhile, reports say Netflix is planning more projects with Meghan. Because, you know, nothing screams "good investment" like someone whose last ventures were universally panned.
Netflix hyped the trailer on X, claiming "Love is in the details," but the details viewers noticed weren’t exactly flattering. From the fake settings to Meghan’s robotic delivery, it’s clear this show is more about image than substance. One viewer summed up the vibe perfectly: "She can thank the royal family for this tone-deaf, arrogant, out-of-touch, fake, desperate excuse of a series. Without them, she'd be kicking cans."
Ricky Gervais isn’t known for mincing words, and his critique of *With Love, Meghan* is no exception. He’s called for a shift in entertainment values, arguing that projects like this do nothing but insult audiences. And honestly, he’s onto something. If Netflix really wants to win viewers back, maybe they should focus on creators who actually bring value—not a fake Duchess who can’t decide whether she wants privacy or the spotlight.
