Meghan Markle’s future financial stability for her family may now be riding on her shoulders, as a recent misstep from Prince Harry has cast doubt on their main source of income. The couple’s attempt to secure another profitable venture could face an uphill battle, and there’s a chance Meghan’s latest project might not even get a chance to help them out.
When Harry and Meghan left the Royal Family, they no longer had access to state funds and had to figure out how to support themselves. With their global fame, they worked on turning their names into a multimedia brand, which initially seemed to be successful. In 2022, they secured a $100 million deal with Netflix. However, the future of this venture has become uncertain, especially following the disappointing reception of Harry’s recent series POLO. The docuseries received harsh reviews and failed to attract significant viewership.
With their Netflix deal set to conclude in 2025, the couple is hoping that their next project will secure a future partnership with the streaming giant. Unfortunately, Meghan’s upcoming show could be so underwhelming that it might never even get released. There are already whispers that Netflix may not move forward with the planned cookery show that Meghan has been working on.
Meghan’s cookery show is currently shrouded in secrecy, with very little information being shared. It’s believed she filmed the series earlier this year, but Netflix is keeping a tight grip on details, only revealing them to a select group of executives. According to sources, there’s a possibility the show might never see the light of day, and even if it does, it could be the defining moment for the couple’s future with Netflix. Some insiders suggest that the cookery show is a “make or break” project, with Netflix deciding whether to continue working with Harry and Meghan based on how it performs.
In the best-case scenario, the cookery show would be successful, leading Netflix to order more content from the Sussexes. However, even if this happens, it’s unlikely that Netflix would offer another massive $100 million deal, given how the current one has turned out. Instead, the streaming service may opt for one-off projects with the couple, but no long-term agreement.
So, while Meghan’s new venture could be a turning point for the Sussexes, it may not be the financial windfall they’re hoping for. It seems the couple’s future on Netflix hinges on the success of this upcoming show, and the odds are far from certain.