Meghan Markle, who has carefully cultivated an image of perfection and privacy, has made a glaring misstep.
She unintentionally shared something she clearly did not want the public to see. The incident unfolded when Meghan posted a 14-second behind-the-scenes clip from her upcoming Netflix show on her newly launched Instagram account—the very platform she distanced herself from after claiming she needed a break from social media. The original video featured a brief appearance from her husband, Prince Harry, alongside their beloved beagle, Guy, who sadly passed away earlier this year. While it’s natural to feel sympathy for the loss of a pet, this entire situation is quintessential Meghan.
Every aspect of her brand is meticulously controlled, curated, and presented exactly as she envisions it. The moment an unapproved detail slips through, her team scrambles into full damage control mode. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, Catherine and Prince William continue to carry out their royal responsibilities with grace and dignity. The contrast between the two couples is striking.
Meghan’s new Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, is set to premiere on March 4th, though it was originally scheduled for January. The delay is hardly surprising, given that nearly every project tied to Meghan and Harry seems to experience unexplained postponements. The show is reportedly filmed in a lavish California estate, where Meghan will demonstrate everyday skills alongside a lineup of celebrity guests, including Mindy Kaling, Abigail Spencer from Suits, and various well-known chefs. Notably absent are longtime friends from her pre-Harry days or childhood—it seems her entire social circle now consists of industry connections.
Each episode will run for 33 minutes, with Meghan offering insider tips and tricks. Perhaps she’ll include a lesson on how to sever ties with family members or criticize in-laws on international television. Not content with simply starring in the series, she is also serving as an executive producer through Archewell Productions, reinforcing her efforts to carve out a personal brand separate from royal ties—despite continuing to benefit from them.
The real controversy, however, revolves around the striking similarities between Meghan’s show and Pamela Anderson’s new program, Cooking With Love, which premiered just a week earlier. Observers have pointed out that both trailers feature the hosts strolling through lush gardens, admiring nature, and even using identical phrases. Both also include clips of the hosts exchanging double high-fives with their guests. While Meghan’s defenders insist these parallels are purely coincidental, this isn’t the first time she has faced accusations of imitation. Her now-defunct lifestyle blog bore a strong resemblance to Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop, and her children’s book was compared to previously published works. A pattern seems to be emerging.
Back in the UK, William and Catherine continue to represent the monarchy with steadfast dedication. Despite Catherine’s health struggles, she remains poised and focused on her duties. Queen Camilla has also risen to the occasion, supporting King Charles as he faces his own health challenges. These are individuals who understand the true meaning of duty and service.
Now consider this: when was the last time William or Catherine frantically deleted a social media post? It simply doesn’t happen because they don’t rely on desperate attention-seeking tactics.
Then there’s Prince Harry—the once-beloved royal who served as a soldier and launched remarkable initiatives like the Invictus Games. These days, he seems reduced to making cameo appearances in Meghan’s projects. The bond he once shared with William has all but disappeared, and he has distanced himself from his homeland, seemingly trading on the royal connections he once rejected. There’s a sense that Harry is trapped by the choices he has made, now living thousands of miles away from his family, friends, and everything he once knew.
The real question remains: what was in that original clip that Meghan was so eager to erase? Was Harry looking particularly joyful? Did something in the background give away more than intended? Or was it simply a moment that didn’t fit the carefully constructed image? The fact that she swiftly replaced it with a nearly identical version, offering no explanation, speaks volumes. Meghan thrives on controlling the narrative, and when that control slips, the response is immediate.
It’s reminiscent of her infamous Oprah interview, where she claimed she never Googled Harry before meeting him—a statement that few found believable. In the end, Meghan’s actions suggest that while she is determined to shape her story, reality often finds a way of breaking through.
