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Prince Harry and Meghan's UK Move Is 'Kiss of Death' for TV Careers

Prince Harry and Meghan's UK Move Is 'Kiss of Death' for TV Careers

Summary

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned to the United Kingdom but still own a home in California. Some experts believe their move to the UK could hurt their chances of success in American TV and entertainment projects.

Key Facts

  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moved back to the UK at the end of August but have not sold their California home.
  • They have ongoing and planned TV projects with Netflix, including adaptations of a romance novel and a military memoir.
  • Their earlier deals included multi-year contracts with Netflix and Spotify, but recent projects have seen less success.
  • Harry’s 2023 memoir Spare received negative responses, including criticism of certain personal stories.
  • Meghan’s Spotify podcast ended after one season, and her Netflix series With Love, Meghan had poor ratings.
  • Critics say their public image damaged their popularity in the US entertainment industry.
  • There is speculation Meghan might try acting again in the UK, but major success in the US is seen as unlikely.
  • Their previous strength was in advocacy on causes important to young people, but media attention has focused on controversies.
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