Netflix's season launch in Los Angeles saw a noticeable absence of the Duchess of Sussex, despite her upcoming show 'With Love, Meghan'. Comedian John Mulaney even made a dismissive joke about the couple's film-making record, highlighting a potential rift between the streaming giant and its high-profile collaborators.
Hollywood 's elite gathered last night for Netflix's highly anticipated season launch in Los Angeles. The event, held at the historic Egyptian Theatre, showcased a dazzling array of upcoming content, from Ben Affleck's latest film to Tina Fey's new comedy. Clips of documentaries featuring high-profile names like Victoria Beckham, Eddie Murphy, and former president Barack Obama took center stage.
However, one of Netflix's most prominent collaborators, the Duchess of Sussex, was noticeably absent from the spotlight, despite her lifestyle show, 'With Love, Meghan,' slated for release in March. Adding to the sense of neglect, a leading comedian at the event, John Mulaney, made a dismissive joke at the expense of Harry and Meghan's film-making record. While touting his own upcoming live talk show, Mulaney quipped, 'This will be the one place where you see Arnold Schwarzenegger sitting next to Nikki Glaser sitting next to a family therapist with music by Mannequin Pussy… This is a really fun experiment. Not since Harry and Meghan has Netflix given more money to someone without a specific plan.' The Hollywood audience responded with murmurs of amusement and surprise, according to an insider.This apparent snub comes just weeks before the launch of Meghan's latest show, which has reportedly faced delays due to the impact of the LA wildfires. Some sources suggest that the series is undergoing re-editing, further fueling speculation about its reception. The Duchess's return to Instagram after a five-year hiatus and the launch of her 'lifestyle' brand, American Riviera Orchard, seem to highlight a shift in her focus, perhaps away from the streaming giant.A five-year, $100 million deal secured by Harry and Meghan in 2020 with Netflix signaled their ambition to become major content creators. Their initial project, the six-part documentary 'Harry and Meghan,' chronicling their romance and departure from royal life, enjoyed considerable success. However, subsequent projects have faced a lukewarm response. 'Polo,' a documentary focused on the Prince's love for the sport, was met with criticism, while 'Live to Lead,' featuring prominent figures like Greta Thunberg and Jacinda Ardern, was dismissed as 'motivational gloop' by some critics.'With Love, Meghan,' initially envisioned as a lifestyle and cooking show akin to Martha Stewart's offerings, was set to mark a commercial comeback for the Duchess. Its delayed release and the lukewarm reception of previous endeavors raise questions about the future of the Sussexes' relationship with Netflix
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