Netflix has reportedly decided not to renew its $100 million deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and according to insiders, the streaming giant “barely blinked” at the decision. The once-celebrated partnership, launched with high expectations and major buzz, appears to have come to a quiet end, with sources claiming the decision won’t affect the company’s operations or bottom line in any meaningful way.
“Netflix barely blinked,” an insider told Radar Online, suggesting that the financial loss was minimal given the scale of Netflix’s global business. While Netflix’s exit may seem abrupt, the insider explained that the platform was satisfied with the initial content the Sussexes delivered, including the high-profile docuseries Harry & Meghan, which generated international attention.
“They’re not unhappy with how things turned out; they got those initial hits and produced one of the most talked-about shows of all time,” the source said. “The content got weaker from there on, but, frankly, for $20 million a year, anything was better than nothing.” However, the decision has reportedly left Meghan scrambling for her next major project.
With the expiration date of their Netflix contract approaching, the Duchess of Sussex is reportedly seeking opportunities to remain relevant in the media landscape. “She’s terrified of fading into irrelevance,” one insider told Radar Online. “At this point, she’d take a hot topics seat next to Whoopi Goldberg if they let her.”
The source hinted that Meghan might even consider reaching out to The View, the popular daytime talk show, as she seeks to establish a stable media platform. Despite the uncertainty, Meghan’s lifestyle series With Love, Meghan, is still expected to return for a second season. Yet, insiders say that isn’t enough to maintain her public profile or industry momentum.
“Meghan needs a new hit – fast,” the source emphasized. “This next chapter could make or break her.” The Duke and Duchess of Sussex first signed their Netflix deal in 2020 following their departure from royal duties. Their initial projects made headlines and drew in viewers, but follow-up content failed to capture the same level of attention or acclaim.
As the couple enters this new phase of their media careers, the industry will be watching closely to see whether Meghan Markle, in particular, can reinvent herself and secure a lasting role in entertainment beyond the crown.