When Meghan Markle made the surprising decision to take a step back from her media endeavors, following the aftermath of the Spotify debacle, it raised eyebrows among her followers.
Initially planning to take a hiatus for a year, she then surprised everyone by announcing a new venture – a cooking show in collaboration with Prince Harry’s polo TV show on Netflix.
Lemonada, the company behind Meghan’s return, went all out to promote her comeback, reissuing her previous podcasts as a gentle reintroduction to the audio world she once dominated.
However, Meghan seemed to have different plans in mind, as always.
Amidst challenging weather conditions in London, reminiscent of the Wall from Game of Thrones, she expressed sympathy for those affected by flooding while subtly touching on the topic of climate change.
Drawing a parallel, some may find it akin to Meghan’s unconventional career shift from royal duties to aspiring influencer and podcaster, a move that left many intrigued yet skeptical about her unfiltered persona.
The anticipation surrounding Meghan’s podcasting venture with Spotify was palpable, with billboards in Times Square heralding her unscripted conversations.
Yet, the reality fell short of expectations for many listeners, leading to a premature exit from the deal.
Subsequently, Audible showed little interest, prompting Meghan to explore other options.
Enter Lemonada, a lesser-known entity that surprisingly secured her services, albeit under ambiguous terms that require her active involvement in content creation and promotion.
Speculation abounds regarding Meghan’s strategic maneuver with Lemonada, a deal structured around revenue sharing based on performance metrics.
With the impending launch of her Netflix cooking show, she envisions a scenario where its success could reignite interest from major players like Spotify.
While this may seem overly optimistic to some, Meghan and her marketing team remain steadfast in their belief that a successful stint with Lemonada could pave the way for lucrative opportunities in the future.
As Lemonada hits pause on their collaboration with Meghan, the spotlight remains on her ability to captivate audiences and attract potential partners.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding her current arrangement, there is a sense of cautious optimism that a resurgence in popularity could lead to more significant deals down the line.
In the ever-evolving landscape of media and entertainment, Meghan Markle’s calculated moves continue to intrigue and spark debates among observers worldwide.
Neil Sean reporting live from the bustling heart of London’s underground.