If you follow the couple closely, then it’s likely that you know Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have faced a lot of turmoil in 2023, particularly regarding their public image. Multiple polls have shown that Meghan’s popularity in the US has decreased, and Harry isn’t faring much better. The trouble started with mixed reactions to Harry’s memoir that was released in January. Since then, the Sussexes have been dealing with one mini PR crisis after another, and the negative press is starting to affect their finances.
Meghan’s Spotify podcast has already been canceled, and there are rumors that other lucrative media partnerships between the Sussexes and major brands could be at risk. To counter this, the couple has begun a rebranding effort, starting with Meghan signing with the renowned WME talent agency in April. Despite attending the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf and hosting a mental health summit in New York City, these events have not improved the public’s opinion of them.
So what’s their next move? There are rumors that Meghan plans to return to acting, but if that happens, it will likely take some time. In the meantime, it seems that Meghan may be planning to combat the negative press surrounding Harry’s memoir with her own autobiographical book. This book would focus on Meghan’s rise from a lower-middle-class upbringing in Los Angeles to international fame.
While the royals are probably unhappy about Meghan’s latest project, she most likely doesn’t care about their opinion. Royal expert Tom Bower revealed in a recent interview that Meghan is writing her memoirs and that it will be highly lucrative. According to Page Six, Meghan is reportedly close to signing a multimillion-dollar deal with Audible, although details are limited. This deal could be focused on reviving her podcast or publishing an audio version of her book. Either way, it could be a significant turning point in Meghan’s career. The source mentioned that there are rumors about a substantial payout, potentially surpassing the millions Spotify paid.
Regardless of the content Meghan produces, it’s clear that she is excited about reentering the media world. However, the royals are not thrilled that their least-favorite in-law will once again have a major platform. While Meghan appears confident, the reality is that she has been in a tough spot since losing the Spotify deal. This new deal could potentially change everything for her.
This partnership with Audible is critical for Meghan, and the pressure is mounting. The source claims that she hardly sleeps due to the pressure and knows that it will only intensify if she lands the deal. It’s make or break for her, as Hollywood’s power brokers are aware of the previous misstep with Spotify, and another failure would damage their brand. The stakes are extremely high.
On top of that, Meghan knows that her rivals are eagerly watching this deal, hoping for it to go wrong. We will provide more updates on this story as new information emerges.