Meghan Markle has once again demonstrated her mastery in the art of self-promotion, this time by postponing her highly anticipated Netflix cooking show to focus on the ongoing devastation caused by the wildfires in California.
How considerate, right? After all, what better way to demonstrate your genuine concern than by delaying a project that was already set to air, all while making sure the cameras are rolling to capture your "humanitarian" efforts. Initially slated for a January 15th release, the show now has a new debut date of March 4th.
Let’s not be naïve, though. Meghan's decision to delay the show likely isn't born from the purest of intentions. Are we honestly expected to believe that the woman who couldn't even wield a knife properly on her own cooking show now has a sudden, deep empathy for the victims of the fires? It’s hard to imagine this transformation from the woman who once struggled with basic kitchen tasks to someone who now embodies the spirit of Mother Teresa. Meghan did express her gratitude to her Netflix partners for supporting her in this "noble" decision, but let's pause for a moment and recognize the true nature of this move. Postponing a show that was already filmed and edited? There's no shortage of drama here, ensuring that the spotlight remains squarely on her.
One can only wonder how many PR professionals are behind this orchestrated move. With real-life tragedies dominating the news cycle, how could the show possibly compete? Why not take the opportunity to re-shoot some scenes, perhaps inject a few "heartwarming" moments about helping those impacted by the fires, and voilà—instant rebranding. Meghan, of course, will emerge as the star of the show, portraying herself as both a humanitarian and a culinary expert.
But let's be honest—how authentic will the show be? The last time Meghan gave an interview with Oprah, she seemed completely unfazed by the real crisis unfolding within her own family, namely the serious health issues facing Prince Philip. Yet now, with wildfires raging in California, she suddenly feels compelled to hit the pause button on her carefully curated image. It’s almost as if history is being rewritten to ensure that she’s seen as a compassionate figure rather than someone who exploits crises for her own gain.
Naturally, the internet is ablaze with a range of reactions. Some people are buying into the "I'm doing this out of the goodness of my heart" narrative, while others are far more skeptical. One tweet humorously pointed out that Meghan seems to want to ensure nothing ever overshadows her. Another user questioned how the airing of a show that was already completed could somehow take attention away from the victims of the fire. And, of course, we can’t forget that Meghan wasn’t even filming in her own home—she was on a rented set. So much for that authentic, down-to-earth cooking show vibe.
Speculation is also swirling that Netflix might be in on this act, possibly re-shooting episodes to portray Meghan as the ultimate hero. Some are even predicting that we’ll see an episode where she cooks in a camper surrounded by fire victims, saving the day with every bite. The goal? To ensure the show doesn’t flop as badly as many expect it will. This feels like the ultimate in overcompensation, a calculated move designed to shift her image from "The Duchess Who Can't Cook" to "The Duchess Who Cares." It’s almost laughable, and the mockery is only growing. Some are even calling for Netflix to scrap the entire project.
At the end of the day, Meghan Markle is a savvy hustler who knows exactly how to exploit a disaster for her personal gain. Fire or no fire, her cooking show was never going to be the game-changer she hoped for. But now, with this perfectly timed delay, she has the perfect excuse for why it may fail. "The fires," she can claim, “were the cause.” No one will dare criticize her when she’s apparently putting others first—except, of course, for the millions of people who see right through the act.
If you think this drama will fade by March, think again. The show will still be out of touch and tone-deaf, just as it would have been in January. The reality is, people aren’t going to tune in. No amount of faux humanitarian rebranding will change that. Meghan can delay the show all she wants, but it’s still destined to be the disaster we all saw coming.
