Meghan Markle's 'Pearl' Faces Copyright Allegations

British author Mel Elliott alleges that Meghan Markle's canceled Netflix animated series 'Pearl' closely resembled her own earlier book series 'Pearl Power', with both focusing on a young girl named Pearl who learns from female historical figures. Elliott had previously explored TV adaptations for her series and sent multiple legal and personal letters to Markle's team and Netflix about potential copyright infringement, but received no response. While she does not accuse Markle or Netflix of deliberate plagiarism, Elliott highlights the struggles faced by lesser-known creators against larger industry players. The 'Pearl' series, a centerpiece of the Sussexes' Netflix deal, was scrapped within a year of its announcement and swiftly removed from official channels. The dispute has attracted public commentary, including criticism from commentators like Megyn Kelly, adding to ongoing scrutiny of Markle's creative projects. Elliott expressed disappointment over the lack of engagement and missed opportunity for collaboration.