Meghan Markle's string of self-inflicted missteps shows no signs of stopping. This time, she was subtly but unmistakably snubbed by Michelin-starred chef Jameson Stocks, who wisely distanced himself from her latest Netflix venture.
And who could blame him? Few would want their name attached to a production that seems as genuine as a store-bought soufflé. Stocks, a well-respected culinary expert with a reputation to protect, was initially approached by Netflix to consult on a mysterious lifestyle program. It didn’t take him long to realize that this was no ordinary show—it was yet another project starring Meghan Markle, a self-proclaimed lifestyle guru and occasional duchess. Rather than risk his career being dragged into a media circus, he promptly turned down the offer, walking away faster than a Bake Off contestant with a failed sponge.
During an interview with GB News, Stocks did not hold back his thoughts. "I honestly thought it was terrible. The music is slow, lethargic—it’s painful to watch," he remarked. When a chef delivers such a scathing critique, you know the project is well and truly overcooked. He went on to suggest that Meghan should stick to what she does best: acting—though he wasn’t just referring to her performances on screen. "She’s quite a good actress in real life, too," he added, a remark so sharp it could slice through the toughest, most overcooked steak.
Stocks wasn’t alone in his assessment. Anyone who has endured Meghan’s previous Netflix projects can recognize the forced smiles, the self-congratulatory tone, and the relentless "look at me, I’m just like you" energy that permeates the screen. No amount of high-budget production can mask what is, at its core, an overhyped vanity project.
Those involved in the production claimed it was a great experience, but their enthusiasm had all the authenticity of employees at a mandatory corporate retreat. What might have been fun for those working on the show certainly did not translate to an enjoyable experience for the audience, who, as Stocks so aptly put it, were subjected to a painful watch.
Adding to the list of awkward moments, Meghan reportedly bristled when Mindy Kaling referred to her as "Markle" instead of her full name. The sheer audacity! As if her carefully curated brand could be reduced to something as simple as a surname. It was yet another example of the disconnect between the persona she projects and the reality that others see.
Stocks, recognizing the warning signs from a mile away, knew that being involved in this production would be the culinary equivalent of microwaving a filet mignon—just plain wrong. His decision to walk away spoke volumes. By refusing to be "Markle-d," he not only avoided disaster but also safeguarded his credibility in one decisive move. Bravo, chef.
Meanwhile, Netflix is left scrambling, perhaps beginning to realize that their investment in Meghan is not the golden goose they once imagined. Who could have predicted this outcome? Oh, right—just about everyone. And as for Meghan? She continues her relentless pursuit of public adoration, seemingly unaware that her inauthenticity is as obvious as an undercooked egg white.
So, here’s to Jameson Stocks—a chef who saw the red flags, read the recipe for disaster, and stepped away before he became another casualty of the Markle machine. Now that’s a recipe for success.
