Netflix Scales Back Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Deals Amid Industry Struggles

Prince Harry is set to visit the UK for the 2025 Wellchild Awards, but it is unlikely that Meghan Markle will accompany him, with odds suggesting just a 16.7% chance she will join the trip, likely staying in Montecito with their children due to safety concerns and previous security downgrades. Meghan's lifestyle brand As Ever, initially expected to be sold through Netflix's upcoming retail stores, faces uncertainty as Netflix insiders confirm no final decision has been made on stocking her products, despite an extended partnership. Netflix has reportedly downgraded its overall deal with the Sussexes from the original $100 million contract to a more selective "first-look" deal, reflecting a pivot away from high-budget projects that did not perform as expected. Meghan's lifestyle series With Love, Meghan, has seen disappointing viewership with season two failing to enter Netflix's Top 10 charts in key markets, contrasting with the stronger debut of season one, and the show's second season was completed before feedback from season one could influence changes. Despite the lower ratings and questions about the commercial success of their projects, the Sussexes continue to collaborate with Netflix, including a holiday special of With Love, Meghan expected in December, while Meghan’s As Ever products reportedly sold out quickly in their initial release. Overall, Netflix appears to be cautiously continuing its relationship with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, balancing between ongoing projects and a more conservative investment approach.