Well, grab your aprons and brace yourselves, folks, because Meghan Markle is officially tossing her tiara into the lifestyle arena with her upcoming Netflix series, With Love, Meghan. The duchess, former actress, and now aspiring domestic guru has decided it’s time to show America how to chop onions, set tables, and—presumably—deliver motivational kitchen pep talks while surrounded by artisanal charcuterie boards.
Now, let’s set the stage: Meghan posted the first trailer for her show, and if the YouTube comments section is any indication, it didn’t exactly whip viewers into a soufflé-like froth of excitement. But hey, she’s trying! The trailer was accompanied by a predictably polished caption: “I have been so excited to share this with you! I hope you love the show as much as I loved making it. Wishing you all a fantastic new year!” Classic Meghan—warm, optimistic, and carefully crafted for maximum relatability.
This comes hot on the heels of her grand return to Instagram on New Year’s Day, where she left us with that artsy little clip of her writing 2025 in the sand. It was cryptic, it was sun-dappled, and it was… well, very on-brand for Meghan. Now we know what it was all about—a big year, a big show, and a big attempt to rewrite the Meghan Markle narrative.
But let’s not sugarcoat things: the road ahead is steeper than a triple-layer wedding cake. Meghan’s 2024 was, let’s say, a bit of a flop. Her Archetypes podcast on Spotify? Canceled after just one season. Polo, the Netflix docuseries produced by the Sussexes? A swing and a miss, with lackluster reviews and viewership numbers that wouldn’t impress even the most amateur influencer.
And the polls? Oof. Meghan and Harry’s popularity charts have been looking like a ski slope lately—steep, icy, and mostly downhill.
So now we arrive at With Love, Meghan—a show that seems to blend cooking, gardening, celebrity cameos, and Meghan being Meghan. From the trailer, it’s clear she’s leaning heavily into the warm-and-fuzzy, let’s-connect-over-food-and-flowers vibe. It’s aspirational, it’s cozy, and it’s… well, not exactly groundbreaking.
Critics are already sharpening their knives—and not for chopping vegetables. YouTube commenters have been merciless, with jabs about her sincerity, authenticity, and even references to those infamous bullying allegations from her palace days. One commenter snarked, “Let’s all gather around the kitchen island and pretend this woman is the poster child for healing, connection, and community.” Ouch.
And then there’s the looming shadow of Martha Stewart. Ah yes, the queen of domesticity herself. Some viewers are already calling for Netflix to ditch Meghan and hand the reins to Martha. Look, love her or not, Martha has an empire built on genuine skill, decades of experience, and a vibe that says, “I can make the perfect soufflé, run a billion-dollar empire, and serve prison time without smudging my eyeliner.” Meghan’s got a tough act to follow.
But here’s the real question: Does Meghan have what it takes to make this work? Because here’s the thing—this show isn’t just about cooking or home décor. It’s about brand repair. It’s about convincing viewers that Meghan Markle isn’t just a celebrity trying to cash in on her royal ties but someone who can offer something of value—something relatable, something genuine.
If she can pull that off, this show might just work. After all, the lifestyle genre is a juggernaut for a reason. People love a good “how-to” moment mixed with aspirational storytelling. But if With Love, Meghan feels too scripted, too calculated, or too… well, Meghan-y, then it’s going to be a long, uphill climb.
