Recent whispers from behind the meticulously maintained hedges suggest that things may not be as tranquil as they seem in Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's lavish $14 million mansion.
According to a blind item from Deuxmoi, Meghan is reportedly in full meltdown mode over the lukewarm reception of her latest culinary venture on Netflix. In true Markle fashion, rather than acknowledging any missteps on her part, she has allegedly shifted the blame entirely onto Harry—despite having explicitly barred him from any involvement from the outset.
One has to admire Meghan’s consistency. The woman who seemingly envisions herself as a modern-day Martha Stewart—minus the charm and actual expertise—was convinced that her cooking and homemaking show, With Love, Meghan, would captivate audiences worldwide. Instead, it has taken a nosedive into the abyss of streaming irrelevance, receiving about as much enthusiasm from viewers as an overcooked soufflé. Yet, rather than engaging in self-reflection, she is said to be pointing fingers at her husband for not stepping in to salvage the project. The irony is unmistakable—Meghan was the one who insisted that Harry remain uninvolved, reportedly believing that his presence would detract from the show. However, now that the venture has failed to resonate, the narrative has conveniently shifted to suggest that his absence was to blame.
Adding yet another layer of absurdity to the situation, Netflix has technically given the show a second season. Despite scathing reviews—including comparisons to a hostage video—and a dismal 33% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Meghan's solo passion project is being repackaged for another run. The catch? These aren't newly filmed episodes but rather content that was shot alongside the initial batch, merely rebranded in the hope that audiences might take an interest this time around.
Meanwhile, Harry appears to have fully embraced a laid-back California lifestyle, spending his days running school pickups, walking the dogs, and perfecting his beachside aesthetic while Meghan embarks on yet another rebranding effort. Her latest endeavor? A podcast titled Confessions of a Female Founder, where she plans to interview female entrepreneurs about their successes and struggles. Much like her Netflix show, this podcast will be an entirely Meghan-centric affair—no Harry, no Archie, no Lilibet—just Meghan speaking at her guests, expecting accolades for her hard work. After all, nothing says "female empowerment" quite like building an entire career on a title she supposedly resents.
Speculation about tension in their marriage continues to swirl, with insiders suggesting that all is not well behind the scenes. However, their PR machine is working overtime to maintain the image of a supportive, unified couple. That would certainly explain why Harry has been relegated to what some have dubbed a glorified dog-walker role while Meghan seeks out any remaining media opportunities willing to accommodate her.
The lingering question remains: where does this leave Harry? He has gone from being a working royal to a background player in his wife's increasingly desperate attempts to maintain relevance. If Meghan continues to distance herself from him while simultaneously making him the scapegoat for her failures, one has to wonder how much longer he will remain in this role. Even a self-proclaimed feminist might struggle to justify a brand that appears to be built entirely on diminishing the man who helped catapult her into the spotlight in the first place.
