Meghan Markle seems to be venturing into the realm of homemaking, and it appears she’s drawing inspiration from none other than Martha Stewart herself.
Yes, the same Martha Stewart who built a lifestyle empire, penned over 100 cookbooks, and even spent time in federal prison, is now being referenced—intentionally or not—in Meghan’s new Netflix kitchen experiment, With Love, Meghan. The trailer recently dropped, and let’s just say, it sparked plenty of opinions.
First things first: doesn’t Meghan’s aesthetic seem... oddly familiar? Fans were quick to notice striking similarities between her show and Martha’s legendary brand of domestic perfection. From the cozy vibes to the down-home recipes, it feels as if Meghan took a page—if not the entire playbook—straight out of Martha’s kitchen, only with a decidedly smaller budget. One cheeky commenter summarized the sentiment best: “Meghan Markle fully entering her Martha Stewart era!” Yet, if we’re being honest, it’s less of an evolution and more of an imitation.
And the cherry on top? The trailer’s soundtrack features Do You Believe in Magic by The Lovin’ Spoonful, a whimsical touch meant to set the tone for Meghan’s Pinterest-perfect production. Original? Not exactly. Some viewers charitably described the show as “Martha Stewart-esque,” a polite way of calling it a knockoff. Meghan may hold a royal title by marriage, but Martha is the undisputed queen of all things home, garden, and, yes, prison chic. Comparing Meghan’s fledgling kitchen skills to Martha’s culinary empire is like pitting a cupcake against a five-tier wedding cake.
Sources say Martha herself is less than amused by the constant comparisons. Reportedly, her eye-roll game is so strong it could become its own meme. After all, she didn’t spend decades perfecting her brand just to see a newcomer recycle her signature recipes and style with minor adjustments. Case in point: Martha’s iconic lemon herb roast chicken recently made a curious reappearance on Meghan’s show, albeit with a few tweaks.
Martha’s empire wasn’t built overnight—it’s the result of relentless creativity, hard work, and the occasional legal scandal. Meanwhile, Meghan’s career feels like a patchwork of trial-and-error pursuits: actress, motivational speaker, podcast host, and now... aspiring domestic diva. What’s next? A kitchenware line? Too late—Martha’s already got that market cornered.
So, is Meghan striving to be the next Martha Stewart, or is this just another attempt to boost her personal brand by playing homemaker? Either way, it’s unlikely to earn Martha’s stamp of approval. And while Meghan might be baking pies, Martha’s more likely to serve up legal action than a slice of lemon meringue. Here’s hoping the royalties go to the right hands.
