- Netflix denies tension with royal couple
- Ongoing projects with Meghan and Harry
- Netflix's commitment to royal collaborations
Netflix's Chief Content Officer, Bela Bajaria, has publicly addressed rumors regarding a supposed rift with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. The speculation arose following a March 17 report by Variety, which suggested that Netflix was caught off guard by the couple's 2021 Oprah Winfrey interview and Harry's memoir, 'Spare,' released in 2023. Bajaria, speaking at the "Next on Netflix Event" on March 18, firmly denied these claims, stating, "Don't believe whatever you read. Maybe we should all do a little fact-checking."
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Ongoing Projects with Meghan and Harry
Despite the swirling rumors, Bajaria confirmed that Netflix continues to maintain a working relationship with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. She noted that the couple has "movies in development" with the streaming platform. Their collaboration began with the six-episode docuseries 'Harry & Meghan,' which debuted in December 2022 and documented their journey from courtship to their decision to step back from royal duties. Bajaria emphasized the positive nature of their partnership, highlighting the success of their initial project.
Netflix's Commitment to Royal Collaborations
Bajaria further elaborated on Netflix's extensive portfolio of deals, explaining that the attention surrounding Meghan and Harry's projects is due to their high-profile status. "There are deals that are deals we don't renew," she said, indicating that the nature of such partnerships is dynamic. However, she reassured that the collaboration with the royal couple remains intact, with more projects on the horizon. Bajaria's remarks came just a day after both Netflix and the Sussexes' representatives disputed Variety's claims, labeling them as "categorically false."
