Meghan and Harry: A Boastful Legacy Amid Spotify Split

Despite their Spotify deal being axed last year, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry continue to flaunt their connection with the streaming giant.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not shied away from highlighting their former partnership, which remains prominently featured on the Archwell Foundation website under the Archwell Audio section.

This is quite the juxtaposition, given that their lucrative agreement was terminated just months ago.

The Archwell website touts Archwell Audio as a newly established audio-first production company, founded by the couple.

It promises to deliver content that both uplifts and entertains audiences around the globe.

The site claims that Archwell Audio is committed to producing podcasts and shows that foster community through shared experiences and compelling narratives.

They even emphasize their exclusive partnership with Spotify, boasting about reaching 180 million premium subscribers and 406 million monthly active users worldwide.

However, the optimism surrounding this venture seems somewhat misplaced.

Last year, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek made headlines when he announced that the company would be stepping back from several partnerships that had not yielded the expected results.

This included the Sussexes' deal, which raised eyebrows and questions about the couple's future in the audio space.

In a curious turn of events, Meghan and Harry have also found themselves entangled in legal matters involving Meghan's half-sister, Samantha Markle.

Reports suggest they've been compelled to revise their introduction for a Netflix series to obscure evidence related to the ongoing lawsuit.

This adds another layer of complexity to their already tumultuous relationship with media platforms.

As their Netflix contract approaches its conclusion, speculation about the couple's future with the streaming service has intensified.

The duo initially partnered with Netflix after their dramatic exit from royal duties, creating content such as the revealing docuseries “Harry and Meghan” and the documentary “Heart of Invictus.”

However, it appears that their standing with Netflix may be more precarious than ever.

Recently, Meghan and Harry made a rare appearance on the red carpet, which many interpreted as a strategic move to send a message to Netflix.

Their presence at the premiere of the Bob Marley biopic “One Love,” associated with Paramount Pictures, raised eyebrows.

The couple was photographed alongside Brian Robbins, the President and CEO of Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon, further fueling speculation about their intentions.

Richard Fitzwilliams, a commentator on pop culture and royal affairs, weighed in on the Sussexes' Netflix partnership.

He suggested that if they can produce engaging content, there's still potential for a turnaround.

However, social media users were quick to express skepticism about their relevance to Netflix, with some suggesting that their recent public appearances signal an end to their collaboration.

Comments on social media platforms like X have been particularly pointed.

One user noted the oddity of the couple traveling to Jamaica for a Paramount premiere, implying that their time with Netflix is effectively over.

Another user remarked that now might be the ideal moment for Netflix to announce its decision regarding the Sussexes.

Critics have not held back, questioning why Meghan and Harry believe that Netflix still needs them.