Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Brush Off Sentebale Drama as Netflix Major Announcement Steals Spotlight

Harry & Meghan Announce Netflix Deal Extension Amid Sentebale Drama

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made a major announcement just as controversy surrounds Harry’s past charity work.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who stepped down from their royal duties in 2020, originally signed a five-year deal with Netflix. Now, they’ve confirmed that the partnership will continue — with fresh projects already in the pipeline.

What They Said

Meghan expressed pride in expanding their work with Netflix, now including her new As Ever brand. She said she and Harry feel inspired by their collaborators and the Archewell Productions team.

Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, Bela Bajaria, praised the couple, calling them “influential voices” and noting the positive reception to Meghan’s lifestyle series With Love, Meghan. The streamer is “excited to continue” working with Archewell Productions to bring more entertainment to subscribers.

What’s Coming Next

The second season of With Love, Meghan will arrive later this month, promising more of the cozy, lifestyle charm fans enjoyed in season one.

The Sentebale Backdrop

The announcement comes at a tense time for Prince Harry. Reports suggest he is preparing to launch a new charity with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho — a move that some believe is meant to rival Sentebale, the organization they co-founded years ago.

Earlier this year, Harry stepped down from Sentebale after being accused of “harming” its reputation. His departure marked the end of a long and deeply personal involvement with the charity, which supports vulnerable children in Lesotho and Botswana.

Bottom Line

While Harry’s charity exit stirred headlines, the Netflix announcement signals that the Sussexes are keeping their focus on media projects and storytelling — aiming to inspire, entertain, and stay in the global spotlight.