When Meghan Markle first signed her big-money Netflix deal, it was sold as the start of a glamorous new chapter for her and Prince Harry. The promise was huge: documentaries, inspiring projects, and a fresh way to tell their story to the world. But in Hollywood, things rarely go as planned, and the shine around Meghan’s projects quickly began to fade. The real twist came when another famous name unexpectedly stepped into the spotlight—Victoria Beckham. The fashion icon and former Spice Girl made a surprise move with Netflix that has left Meghan not only sidelined but also, according to insiders, absolutely furious.
Victoria Beckham’s entry into the Netflix game wasn’t seen coming by most. She has always been respected for her brand, her sharp business sense, and her ability to reinvent herself beyond her pop-star days. Unlike Meghan, whose projects were often seen as heavy-handed or wrapped in controversy, Victoria’s reputation has always leaned more toward elegance, discipline, and results. Netflix noticed the difference. The streaming giant, under pressure to deliver global content that both entertains and attracts big audiences, decided that Beckham’s polished, dependable style was exactly what they needed.
For Meghan, this was a bitter pill to swallow. The Sussex brand was supposed to be the one that redefined celebrity-meets-royalty storytelling. Yet in practice, the results have been disappointing. Their much-hyped docuseries made waves, but not always in the way Netflix wanted—critics claimed it was more drama than substance. Other planned projects fizzled out, either canceled quietly or endlessly delayed. Industry experts began to whisper that Meghan’s star power wasn’t enough to carry an entire production slate. Netflix, it seems, finally listened.
Victoria Beckham, by contrast, brought something fresh to the table. With her global fashion empire, long-standing popularity, and the unique pull of the Beckham family, she offered Netflix a brand that was aspirational, relatable, and profitable. The buzz around her potential deal instantly overshadowed anything Meghan had in the works. Fans and critics alike could sense it—this wasn’t just another celebrity project; it was a strategic move by Netflix to align with someone who could consistently deliver.
The timing made it worse for Meghan. The Sussexes were already under pressure to prove their worth after Spotify cut ties with them, with executives openly questioning their creativity and commitment. Now, with Netflix shifting its attention to someone like Victoria Beckham, it sends a clear message: Meghan is not the priority she once thought she was. That shift in Hollywood hierarchy is the very thing Meghan has fought so hard to avoid.
Behind the scenes, insiders claim Meghan is “exploding” with frustration. Losing to Victoria Beckham stings on more than just a professional level. The two women once mingled in the same elite circles, and though they’ve had an up-and-down relationship, there was always an element of quiet competition between them. Now, Victoria has scored a victory that Meghan could only dream of—winning Netflix’s confidence at the exact moment Meghan’s deal is slipping through her fingers.
The irony is striking. Meghan stepped into Hollywood believing her royal status would be her golden ticket. Instead, the same industry she once thought she’d conquer has turned into a brutal proving ground. And now, a woman who made her name in a 90s girl group has managed to outshine the Duchess of Sussex in a space Meghan thought she owned.
If anything, this moment proves just how fickle Hollywood really is. It doesn’t matter what titles you carry, or how loudly you market yourself—what matters is delivery, audience trust, and consistency. Victoria Beckham has that. Meghan Markle, at least for now, does not.