Meghan Markle's efforts to reinvent herself as a lifestyle guru appear to be facing significant challenges, with each new venture encountering roadblocks.
According to sources from Express, her grand plans for the American Riviera Orchard, a project intended to mark her foray into the lifestyle industry, have hit a major setback, ostensibly due to copyright issues. However, beneath the surface, there seems to be a more amusing and complex story of yet another royal misstep.
Initially conceived as a lifestyle brand, the American Riviera Orchard was poised to offer a diverse range of food and wellness products. The project was to be complemented by a Netflix series, part of Meghan and Prince Harry's $100 million deal with the streaming giant. Unfortunately, the brand encountered difficulties when the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office raised concerns over the classification of certain products, including yoga blankets and picnic baskets. It appears that Meghan may have overlooked some crucial details in her ambitious venture. As a consequence, Netflix has reportedly delayed the release of the lifestyle series to mid-2025, with many speculating that the delay has more to do with underlying issues than the cited copyright problems.
This situation is becoming a recurring theme for Meghan, as her projects often seem to stall just as they are about to launch. Her podcast, which also faced delays, offers another clue that logistical challenges may be a convenient cover for more profound problems. Royal commentator Tom Quinn provided a scathing assessment of Prince Harry's involvement in this latest venture, suggesting that his royal upbringing may not have adequately prepared him for the demands of entrepreneurship. Quinn's critique that Meghan's self-confidence alone may not suffice to navigate the complexities of running a successful business is supported by the growing evidence of repeated setbacks.
Despite claims of copyright issues, it seems more likely that Meghan Markle is attempting to save face after the troubled launch of the American Riviera Orchard. Reports indicate that her on-screen demeanor appeared stiff and unapproachable, leading Netflix to reconsider its support for the project. This pattern of postponing projects, as seen with her podcast, has become almost ritualistic, raising questions about her ability to deliver on her promises. Meghan's recent ventures into philanthropic efforts in developing countries and her threats to write a memoir about her purportedly tragic experiences seem like desperate attempts to stay relevant. The reality is that her endeavors are struggling, and the repeated delays are starting to look like a convenient excuse for failure.
Reports also suggest that both Netflix and other potential partners have been hesitant to back Meghan's ventures. Additionally, her alleged attempt to pitch a show to the Food Network was reportedly met with lukewarm interest. According to a source on Tumblr, a friend of a Food Network chef claimed that Meghan's proposal was flatly rejected. The Food Network, a prominent American cable channel known for its culinary programming and featuring popular personalities like best-selling cookbook author Ina Garten, likely found Meghan's pitch to be lacking. Her attempt to position herself as a regal authority on the importance of family and friends may have come off as insincere, especially given the public's already formed opinions about her.
One of Meghan's notable traits is her tendency to either overdress or underdress, possibly as a tactic to stand out. However, when it comes to her professional endeavors, she often falls short, leading to disappointment and frustration among her audience. It's probable that her pitch to the Food Network was not only inadequate but also far from the fresh, original content she intended to offer. This pattern of making grand announcements, soaking up the publicity, and then moving on to the next project without delivering has become all too predictable. While she may have managed to pull off this strategy once or twice, it's now evident that her ventures are struggling to achieve any significant commercial success.
