Since stepping away from their royal duties and seeking financial independence, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been exploring new avenues.
However, it appears that a return to Hollywood might not be in the cards for Meghan Markle.
Recent reports suggest that she is deeply humiliated by an animated series that has taken a satirical jab at her and Harry.
Despite South Park’s history of poking fun at other members of the royal family like Prince William and Catherine, Meghan is said to be particularly affected by the show’s savage satire targeting her.
According to the latest edition of the National Enquirer, Meghan is struggling to come to terms with the fact that she has become the subject of jokes.
A source described the situation as crushing for Meghan, as she realizes that she has become the b*tt of people’s humor.
To make matters worse, Prince Harry is also reportedly feeling the same way.
Some sources even claim that he views his American dream as having turned into an American nightmare.
The insider further explained that their attempts to establish themselves outside of the royal sphere have not been as successful as they had hoped.
Many believe that their lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify were primarily secured due to their royal titles, rather than their experience or qualifications.
This lack of recognition as anything other than members of the royal family has been a significant setback for both Meghan and Harry.
In early 2020, it was widely reported that Meghan had donated her compensation from a voiceover work for Disney’s documentary Elephant to Elephants Without Borders, a US-based non-profit organization supporting elephant conservation efforts in Botswana.
However, royal author Angela Levin recently retweeted comments suggesting that the Sussexes might have kept the $3 million payment instead of fulfilling their promise to donate it to charity.
The retweeted video clip featured Harry and Meghan conversing with Jay-Z, Rihanna, and the Disney CEO during the London premiere of The Lion King in July 2019.
In the footage, Harry can be seen discussing Meghan’s interest in voiceover work with Disney CEO Bob Iger.
Angela Levin’s retweet added fuel to the rumors that Meghan had received a substantial payment from Disney for her involvement in the documentary.
However, a senior Disney executive has contradicted these claims, stating that the company’s plans with Meghan were limited to the voiceover work and that any reports of a larger deal are untrue.
They also emphasized that Meghan is a controversial figure and that Disney does not rely on her as much as she might need them.
The executive made it clear that due to this controversy, neither Meghan, Harry, nor their children would have future collaborations with Disney or its subsidiaries.
As Meghan and Harry continue to navigate their new path, it remains to be seen how they will overcome these challenges and establish themselves outside the confines of the royal family.
The criticism and scrutiny they face serve as a reminder that transitioning into a different realm can be fraught with difficulties, even for those accustomed to the spotlight.