As speculation swirls, the future of Prince Harry and Meghan’s media projects and their standing with the Royal Family becomes increasingly uncertain amid rumors of strains and a lapsed Netflix deal.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, find themselves at the center of speculation regarding their future media projects and their relationship with the Royal Family. The couple, who embarked on a new life in the United States after stepping back from senior royal duties in early 2020, had previously signed a lucrative five-year deal with Netflix through their production company, Archewell Productions. However, recent developments have cast uncertainty over the continuation of this partnership.
Ryan McCormick, a public relations expert, noted the couple’s silence on the future of their deal with Netflix, sparking speculation about its renewal. Despite the success and controversy surrounding their projects, including a documentary that criticized the Royal Family, there has been no confirmation from the Duke and Duchess regarding an extension of their contract with the streaming giant. Netflix’s Chief Content Officer hinted at more projects in the pipeline, yet the absence of explicit mentions of future collaborations has left observers questioning the couple’s long-term plans in the media landscape.
Adding to the complexities of their post-royal life, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly feeling sidelined by King Charles III amid his recent cancer diagnosis and future plans for the monarchy. Royal commentators suggest that despite any willingness from Prince Harry to temporarily resume royal duties if necessary, there seems to be little room for him in the immediate succession plans, which are focused on Prince William and his children. Trust issues, fueled by fears of sensitive information being leaked to the media, have reportedly led to the Duke and Duchess being excluded from discussions on the monarchy’s future. This perceived distance from the Royal Family compounds the uncertainty surrounding the Sussexes’ professional ventures and personal relations with the institution they left behind.
As speculation mounts, the couple’s next steps—both in their media careers and their involvement (or lack thereof) with the Royal Family—remain a focal point of public and media interest.
