Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Blame Bad Luck for Commercial Setbacks
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been attributing their recent struggles in the commercial world to a string of unfortunate events and bad luck. Since announcing their decision to step back from the royal family in January 2020, the couple has faced significant challenges, including the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.
Initially, the couple had planned to live in Canada after leaving the royal family. However, as the pandemic began to escalate, they were compelled to make a hasty move to Los Angeles in March, fearing the closure of U.S. borders. This unexpected turn of events disrupted their plans and hindered their ability to capitalize on their fame immediately.
Reports at the time indicated that Meghan and Harry had hoped to secure lucrative deals soon after leaving the royal family, but the pandemic’s impact on the business world forced them to delay their endeavors. It took over a year before the couple was able to sign deals with streaming services Netflix and Spotify.
Although the Spotify deal has since been canceled, reports suggest that the platform responded positively to Harry’s proposal for a new solo film about Africa. A Netflix insider confirmed that Harry’s Africa show idea was well-received, considering his strong connection to the continent due to his upbringing and his role as president of the African Parks conservation group. Other ideas being discussed by the prince include a potential interview about childhood trauma with Donald Trump and the Pope.
While there have been rumors of strained relations between Netflix and the Sussexes, a Netflix spokesperson reassured that their partnership with Archewell Productions, the couple’s production company, remains valuable. The spokesperson added that they will continue to collaborate on various projects, including “Heart of Invictus,” which focuses on the Paralympic-style games for wounded veterans founded by Prince Harry.
In addition to the challenges posed by the pandemic, Meghan and Harry also believe that unfortunate timing overshadowed some of their recent endeavors. The airing of their interview with Oprah Winfrey was followed closely by the death of Prince Philip, while Meghan’s podcast, Archetypes, coincided with the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Sources close to the couple in Los Angeles have revealed that they feel they have been particularly unlucky in recent times.
Despite these setbacks, Archewell Productions has not commented on the matter. However, it appears that the couple’s plans for further program development may be affected by the ongoing Hollywood writers’ strike. The strike has limited their ability to generate new ideas and move forward with their projects.
It seems that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry continue to face challenges and grapple with unfavorable circumstances in their quest for success outside the royal family. However, they remain determined to overcome these obstacles and forge a path for themselves in the commercial world.