Despite their lucrative deal with Spotify being dropped last year, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are still proudly promoting their former partnership.
The Archwall Foundation website, under the Archwall Audio section, continues to list the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s involvement in the streaming platform.
Archwall Audio, described as an audio-first production company established by the couple, aims to create uplifting and entertaining programming for global audiences.
Through an exclusive partnership, Archwall Audio was set to collaborate with Spotify, leveraging its extensive reach of 180 million premium subscribers and 406 million monthly active users worldwide.
The Duke and Duchess, via Archwall Audio, were responsible for producing podcasts and shows that fostered community through shared experiences, powerful narratives, and universal values.
However, Daniel Ek, the CEO of Spotify, announced the termination of certain deals and relationships that didn’t work out, including the one with Meghan and Harry.
Despite this setback, the couple has chosen to maintain their public pride in their Spotify partnership.
In a separate development, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have recently issued what appears to be a warning to Netflix as their contract with the streaming giant nears its end.
Following their controversial departure from the royal family, the couple joined forces with Netflix and produced a highly anticipated docuseries called “Harry and Meghan,” along with the documentary “Heart of Invictus.”
The Sussexes made headlines when they attended a red carpet event, seemingly aimed at sending a message to Netflix.
Their presence at the Bob Marley One Love premiere, which was affiliated with Paramount Pictures, was seen as a deliberate move.
Meghan and Harry were photographed alongside Brian Robin, the president and CEO of Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon.
Richard Fitzwilliams, a commentator on royal affairs, believes that the couple can salvage their partnership with Netflix by delivering exceptional work.
On social media platforms, discussions have emerged regarding the Sussexes’ appearance at the Paramount premiere, with some suggesting that this could be an opportune moment for Netflix to make an announcement.
However, not everyone is convinced of Meghan and Harry’s value to Netflix.
Critics argue that the streaming giant is more than happy to be rid of them.
They perceive the couple’s public gestures as attention-seeking and self-victimizing.
Some even question why Meghan and Harry believe that Netflix needs them in the first place.
The sentiment among these critics is that the couple’s actions tend to push people away, rather than attract them.
It is worth noting that Meghan and Harry’s presence at the Paramount premiere was not warmly received by everyone.
While it is speculated that they may have been invited by WME, a talent agency, it seems that their attendance was met with reluctance from the CEO of Paramount Pictures and his wife.
Despite the setbacks and criticisms, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry continue to make waves in the entertainment industry.
Whether they can turn their Netflix partnership around remains to be seen, but their determination to remain in the public eye is evident.