Hollywood is no stranger to stories of individuals desperately trying to control their own narratives, only to have those narratives spiral into a series of increasingly awkward behind-the-scenes negotiations.
Enter Meghan Markle, who is currently attempting to promote her upcoming Netflix series. However, instead of being eagerly welcomed by late-night TV hosts, reports suggest that her team is struggling to secure an appearance. Jimmy Fallon, in particular, seems to have no interest in featuring her on his show. Despite this setback, Meghan appears confident that her series will be successful on its own merit. After all, when you’re as famous as she is, who really needs Fallon?
It may have slipped Meghan’s mind that in the world of Netflix, success often requires significant promotional effort. This is especially true for someone whose brand is built on, well, talking about themselves. Her team has reportedly sent out strict demands to potential talk show hosts, outlining what can and cannot be asked. The list of approved questions is said to be highly curated, ensuring that no uncomfortable topics are broached. But what is a talk show without a little uncomfortable banter? If you’re Meghan, it’s a potential PR disaster. If you’re Jimmy Fallon, it’s an easy excuse to politely decline the invitation.
According to reports, Meghan remains convinced that her Netflix project will thrive, even without the late-night publicity circuit. That level of confidence is impressive, but it’s also characteristic of someone who seems to believe that skipping major interviews is a statement in itself. Perhaps one day she’ll include it in her memoir: I Didn’t Need Fallon, and Look at Me Now. Meanwhile, Prince Harry’s own late-night appearances haven’t exactly been free of controversy. After he joined Fallon for a Halloween special, royal commentators were quick to criticize him, arguing that such behavior would have been unthinkable if he were still a working member of the royal family. Apparently, jumping around and screaming on national television is considered too “Hollywood” for a prince. But when in Rome—or rather, when in Hollywood—why not embrace the theatrics?
While Harry leans into his newfound celebrity status, Meghan remains occupied with her latest ventures, whatever they may be. Rumors suggest she’s focused on her American Riviera Orchard, a project that currently exists more as a concept than a reality. Her much-anticipated lifestyle brand also remains in the works, with little to show for it yet. If you thought the royal family kept busy, Meghan’s ever-growing list of aspirations might make them look like underachievers.
Adding to the intrigue, Meghan reportedly canceled a scheduled appearance on The Tonight Show last September, supposedly due to Queen Elizabeth II’s passing. But was the decision truly about grief, or was it a strategic move to avoid a late-night gig she never wanted in the first place? Either way, it seems Meghan is playing hard to get—but this time, Jimmy Fallon isn’t playing along. Perhaps next time, she’ll just send Harry in for an encore. After all, nothing says “royal” quite like wearing a Halloween costume on national TV.
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