"Expert criticizes Harry for causing ruin in every situation, comparatively to Meghan being a captive in the attic, deprived of intellect"
In a significant development, the Sussexes have announced a renewed multi-year deal with streaming giant Netflix, marking a new chapter in their post-Royal endeavours. However, this deal comes with a significant change - it's for "much less" than the initial five-year contract signed in 2020, according to an insider.
Broadcaster and journalist Esther Krakue has analysed Prince Harry's role in this new deal, suggesting it underscores a transitional phase in his career and public identity. Krakue posits that Harry's entertainment value is considered lower and more auxiliary compared to Meghan Markle's central and creative influence within the Sussexes' media ventures.
Meghan Markle is set to take the lead on fresh content under the new deal, with projects such as the second series of 'With Love, Meghan', which she claims will be "fun and heartwarming" and features a plethora of celebrity guests. Meghan has also teased a new trailer for the series, set to be released on August 26.
Netflix will cover Archewell Productions' overheads, including all costs for its offices and staff, under the new deal. This financial support is crucial to the Sussexes, as the renewal of the deal is seen as vital to their bank accounts and their life in the US.
The Sussexes will also be involved in a 'Holiday Celebration' Christmas special and a short film called 'Masaka Kids, A Rhythm Within', which will look at Uganda's Masaka region and the HIV/AIDS crisis there. However, sources are coy about whether Harry or Meghan will appear on screen for the production of 'Masaka Kids, A Rhythm Within'.
Notably, Krakue highlighted Harry's Polo documentary as a flop that was not well received. Despite this, the Sussexes have previously released a documentary on their lives and a show called 'With Love, Meghan' this year, both on Netflix.
The renewal of the deal comes amidst speculation that it was not going to be renewed. If the Sussexes lost their Netflix money, they may not be able to afford their life in the US.
Netflix is deeply involved with Meghan's As Ever brand, and the streaming service is effectively "buying Meghan" for coverage, while holding on to Harry for possible future use, given his royal background but diminished public role. Krakue claimed that Prince Harry has "no value in terms of entertainment".
Meghan Markle will appear in a 'holiday special' in December, which may clash with the Princess of Wales's annual Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey. The Sussexes have also announced production is in active development for a show based on the book 'Meet Me At The Lake', which they bought the rights to two years ago.
In summary, the renewed deal between the Sussexes and Netflix marks a new phase in their media ventures, with Meghan Markle taking a central role in creative direction, while Prince Harry's role is seen as supportive and secondary. The deal is a reflection of a transitional period in Prince Harry's career and public identity, with his entertainment value considered lower compared to Meghan's central influence.
- The transitional phase in Prince Harry's career and public identity is underscored by the diminished focus on his entertainment value, as compared to Meghan Markle's central and creative influence, in the renewed Netflix deal.
- Amidst the multiple media ventures on Netflix, Prince Harry's role appears to be supportive and secondary, while celebrity guests continue to play a significant part in Meghan Markle's projects, such as the upcoming second series of 'With Love, Meghan'.
