Meghan Markle’s media ambitions, sources claim Netflix has quietly pulled the plug on With Love, Meghan Season 2 — following the show’s disastrous reception and historically low ratings. The cancellation has reportedly triggered an emotional breakdown for the Duchess of Sussex, who had staked her creative comeback on the success of the series.
The show, which debuted to major fanfare earlier this year, was marketed as a polished look into Meghan’s personal passions — wellness, home life, and female empowerment — but failed to connect with audiences. Critics slammed it as “bland,” “out of touch,” and “deeply scripted,” while viewers tuned out in droves.
Despite being given a significant platform and promotion by Netflix, With Love, Meghan became one of the streamer’s worst-rated original series to date. Industry insiders claim that internal Netflix data showed a massive viewer drop-off after the first episode, with engagement falling below expectations for a high-profile release.
“Executives were hoping for a rebound, but the numbers were hard to ignore,” a streaming analyst said. “Viewership fell flat, critics were brutal, and the buzz around the show disappeared within days.”
Though Season 2 had reportedly already been filmed alongside Season 1, Netflix is now said to be reconsidering its release entirely — or, at minimum, delaying it indefinitely. The decision has allegedly left Meghan feeling “blindsided and devastated.”
According to sources close to the Duchess, she believed the series would mark a turning point in her public image and position her as a major lifestyle brand figure. Instead, the reception has cast doubt on her creative direction and shaken her confidence.
“She put so much into this project — emotionally and professionally,” an insider claimed. “To see it unravel so quickly has been heartbreaking for her. Meghan’s not just upset. She’s completely overwhelmed.”
Prince Harry, while said to be supportive, is also reportedly concerned about the impact the setback is having on their brand — and on Meghan personally. The couple's $100 million deal with Netflix, signed in 2020, now appears to be on thin ice, as the streaming giant evaluates future collaborations with the royal pair.