Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, may find themselves on the outskirts of Hollywood as their negative reputation grows among Americans.
Insiders have warned that the couple could face a freeze-out in Tinseltown, leaving them with a bleak future.
This comes as executives in both the royal and entertainment industries refuse to work with them due to their perceived negativity.
In an exclusive interview, former BBC Royal correspondent Michael Cole expressed his concerns, stating that Americans have grown weary of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for bringing nothing but negativity to everything they touch.
Over the past year, the couple has managed to alienate themselves from the US public and powerful media companies, while also driving a larger wedge between themselves and the royal family.
Recent opinion polls have shown that Prince William and Princess Kate are far more popular on both sides of the Atlantic.
Furthermore, Harry and Meghan were named among Hollywood’s biggest losers of 2023 by The Hollywood Reporter, a highly respected industry publication.
The couple was criticized for their Netflix documentary series, Harry’s biography, and their podcast, which ended with them being fired by Spotify and labeled as opportunists by one of the audio giant’s bosses.
PR guru and crisis management specialist Mark Borkofsky commented on the situation, stating that show business is attracted to success and financial gains, and turkeys are only acceptable for Thanksgiving.
Speculation is growing that the industry may be growing tired of the couple’s presence.
Borkofsky added that something is unraveling within Meghan and Harry, and predicted that 2024 will be a defining year for them.
It can either be a year of recovery and finding a new positive approach, or it could be the undoing of their brand.
The current situation is clearly not working, and they cannot remain where they are.
While the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the Sussexes is detrimental, Hollywood does not embrace negativity.
Ironically, the year started off well for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, with their Netflix docuseries and Harry’s biography achieving significant success.
However, their reputation took a hit when they claimed to have been chased by paparazzi photographers in New York, a claim that was denied by the NYPD.
This incident, along with other missteps, led to Spotify terminating their contract worth $20 million.
US celebrity publicist Mitchell Jackson expressed his opinion on the couple, stating that people perceive them as untrustworthy and melodramatic.
He emphasized that self-importance does not fare well in America.
The couple’s troubles continued to mount when their friend Omid Scobie’s book, Endgame, was released.
This book alleged that two senior members of the royal family were racists who questioned the skin color of Meghan and Harry’s son, Archie.
The ensuing uproar further strained the relationship between Harry and his father, King Charles, and brother, Prince William.
Despite an exclusive phone poll for the UK’s Sunday Express newspaper, in which 99% of respondents agreed that the Duke and Duchess should denounce the book, Harry and Meghan have refused to publicly condemn it.
Recent polls in America show that Princess Kate is now more than twice as popular as Meghan in Montecito, California.
Kate enjoys a 44% positivity score, while Meghan lags behind at 21%.
Pollster James Johnson declared Kate as the people’s princess, stating that the American public vastly prefers her to Meghan.
Former BBC royal correspondent Michael Cole shared his bleak outlook for the couple, stating that if they continue to behave as they do, their future looks grim.
In 2024, Prince Harry will continue his legal battles over privacy against UK newspapers, while their activities back home in Montecito remain uncertain.
The Hollywood Reporter’s branding of them as losers reflects the current perception of the couple, and they could find themselves completely frozen out in Hollywood.
Movie producer Paula Froelich believes that A-list stars and high-rollers are already giving the couple the cold shoulder.
She explained that people in LA are hesitant to associate with Harry and Meghan due to their close friendship with William and Kate.
The presence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge garners significant attention and international coverage, making them the preferred choice for premieres and events.
One possible path forward for Meghan is a return to acting, considering the unexpected success of reruns of her TV series Suits on Netflix.
However, this raises questions about Harry’s future and his career prospects.
While they are not yet outcasts in Hollywood, the door is slowly closing, and they must make urgent decisions about their next steps.
In conclusion, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s negative reputation has the potential to isolate them from the Hollywood industry.
Their actions and controversies have strained relationships with both the US public and media companies.
As their popularity dwindles, the couple faces an uncertain future, with limited options for success in Tinseltown.