A recent claim that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry received a whopping $100 million advance from Netflix has been refuted by the streaming giant.
Neil Sean, a royal expert, dismissed the notion, stating that Netflix is not foolish enough to make such a hefty payout.
The Sussex Royals inked a deal with Netflix through their Archewell production studio, reportedly valued at $100 million, £82,500,000, following their departure from full-time royal duties in 2020.
After months of speculation, trailers for a docuseries featuring the Duke and Duchess have finally been unveiled.
Despite rumors swirling about the alleged $100 million payment to the Sussex Royals, Neil Sean emphasized that Netflix would not make such a lavish investment.
“Netflix is not that stupid, I assure you,” he remarked, highlighting that the success of the venture hinges on audience engagement – whether viewers watch, download, or stream the content.
The initial reactions to the released trailer have been mixed, with dislikes seemingly outweighing likes.
The full trailer for the Netflix documentary series starring Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was revealed today, offering glimpses into their lives post-royalty.
In a teaser clip, the Duke alludes to the challenges they faced within the royal family, hinting at the intricacies of palace dynamics and media scrutiny.
Scheduled for release on December 8th and December 15th, the documentary series aims to provide insightful and uplifting content, as expressed by the Duke and Duchess.
Emphasizing their commitment to producing enriching family programming, Harry and Meghan see Netflix as a platform to share stories that inspire action and foster positive change.
In a separate royal encounter, Sophie Wessex, the Countess of Wessex, found herself embroiled in a contentious exchange with comedian Frank Skinner.
Following Skinner’s performance of the iconic song “Three Lions” at the Royal Albert Hall during the royal variety performance, Sophie reportedly expressed displeasure with his act.
Skinner later recounted the incident on his radio show, revealing the candid feedback he received from Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex.
Reflecting on the encounter, Skinner shared how Sophie Wessex humorously advised him, “Well, don’t quit your day job,” in response to his performance struggles.
The comedian’s rendition of “Three Lions” during the event had been met with physical discomfort, yet he soldiered on despite the challenges.
Skinner’s backstage interaction with the royal couple provided a lighthearted moment amidst the formal setting of the royal variety performance.
As the world awaits the premiere of the Duke and Duchess’ documentary series on Netflix, the behind-the-scenes dynamics of royal encounters and entertainment performances continue to captivate audiences.
The interplay between public figures and entertainers offers a glimpse into the complexities of navigating fame and criticism within the royal sphere.