Meghan Markle’s career hit as Netflix insider makes her stance clear: ‘Not worth it’

On December 20, 2024By Littum

A Netflix insider has delivered a scathing criticism of Meghan Markle regarding her upcoming cooking show, stating: “She’s so much work.”

The harsh assessment comes as the Duchess of Sussex, 43, prepares to launch a new Netflix show linked to her American Riviera Orchard (ARO) brand.

The show, which will focus on cooking, hosting and friendship, has already raised concerns among Netflix executives, according to The Mail.

The insider’s scathing criticism follows a series of setbacks for the Sussexes’ Netflix projects.

Meghan Markle’s career hit as Netflix insider makes her stance clear: ‘Not worth it’

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The insider further elaborated on their concerns, telling the publication, “Simply, the ‘deliverable’ doesn’t seem worth it.”

The cooking show is expected to coincide with Meghan’s new venture, American Riviera Orchard, although launch dates for both projects remain unconfirmed.

The program aims to showcase the Duchess’s interests in cooking, hosting and building friendships.

This development comes as fans continue to await products from Meghan’s ARO brand, which has yet to release any items.

Meghan and Harry pictured in Florida filming the Duke’s polo seriesON

The Sussexes’ latest Netflix venture, a series titled Polo that was released on December 10, has not made a significant impact with viewers.

The documentary, which featured only Prince Harry and Meghan in its final episode, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the elite sport.

Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams has labeled the series “dull” in his assessment.

The criticism of Polo marks another challenging period for the couple’s Netflix output, coming just weeks before their Christmas celebrations at their Montecito mansion with children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Meghan and Harry’s lucrative deal with Netflix ends in 2025

The future of the Sussexes’ Netflix deal, due to expire in 2025, looks increasingly uncertain.

A Hollywood executive believes Meghan’s upcoming cooking show needs to be “a huge hit” to protect both the Netflix partnership and their reputation.

The pressure to deliver a successful show comes at a crucial time for the pair’s streaming deal.

The stakes are particularly high after the lukewarm reception of their latest projects.

Prince Harry released a Netflix series about the professional world of Polo

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After Polo’s disappointing performance, a Netflix insider suggested Meghan’s cooking show “may not see the light of day.”

The revelation adds to growing concerns about the future of the Sussexes’ Netflix ventures.

The uncertainty comes as the couple prepare to spend Christmas at their Montecito home with their children and likely Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland.

Reports suggest they did not receive an invitation to attend the royal family’s Christmas gathering at Sandringham, where 45 family members are expected to attend.

Pressure continues to mount for the pair to deliver successful content before their Netflix deal expires.