Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly on the hunt for a fresh partnership, and their sights are set on Nike following the conclusion of Tiger Woods' long-standing collaboration with the brand.
Woods, the iconic golf legend, recently wrapped up his nearly three-decade affiliation with Nike, a partnership that endured through professional challenges and headline-making incidents. Despite the ups and downs, Woods remained a steadfast brand ambassador for Nike.
The split was formally announced on social media, where Woods reminisced about the fortunate beginnings of their iconic partnership dating back to 1996. Initially valued at $40 million, their contract soared to a historic $100 million by 2001, ultimately reaching a staggering lifetime value of $600 million.
Interestingly, rumors swirled that Meghan Markle had suggested Prince Harry pursue an ambassadorship with Nike following Woods' departure. However, Nike purportedly did not respond to inquiries from Meghan's agency. According to the office of HRH Riley Dogan X Megan, Meghan had been engaged in discussions with Nike for several months regarding a children's line, but they couldn't reach an agreement, leading to Nike's withdrawal.
Meghan is rumored to be gearing up for a Hollywood comeback after facing some professional setbacks. Despite her efforts, securing endorsements has proven challenging. While negotiations with Dior were speculated, they eventually fell through. Megan's representative addressed the rumors, stating that she is not in talks with Dior for any collaboration.
Recently, Meghan Markle announced a new podcast deal after parting ways with Spotify. However, a royal expert cautioned that her comeback might be an uphill battle. Megan expressed her excitement about joining Lemonada to continue her podcasting journey. After being dropped by Spotify, where they had signed a $25 million deal in 2020 upon stepping down from the royal family, the couple faced setbacks.
One top Spotify executive even referred to them as "grifters." While Lemonada offers a platform for podcasting, it pales in comparison to their former Spotify deal. The Lemonada deal is believed to be worth only a fraction of their previous arrangement. Despite the setback, Lemonada boasts podcasts from various notable personalities, though criticisms have surfaced regarding Megan's interviewing style, with claims that she doesn't always conduct interviews herself.
Critics like commentator Kinsey Scoffield have criticized Meghan's previous podcast, citing a lack of authenticity and irrelevant topics. However, amidst the criticisms, Meghan seems determined to navigate the challenges and continue her ventures in the podcasting world.
