Okay spill the tea reality TV fans and royal watchers because things are getting a little spicy! It seems like not everyone is loving Meghan Markle's new Netflix show "With Love Meghan." In fact Love Island royalty Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu just dropped some seriously cheeky comments and even Great British Bake Off's Prue Leith is throwing shade! Let's dive into this drama.
Ekin-Su's Netflix Shade: 'They Wasted a Show on Meghan Markle It Should Have Been Mine!'
Ekin-Su never one to hold back her opinion had some pretty strong words about Meghan's lifestyle series "With Love Meghan". And get this she thinks Netflix made a mistake by giving Meghan the show in the first place! Yup you read that right.
Talking on the "Virtual Reali-Tea" podcast Ekin-Su joked and maybe was a little serious that Netflix "wasted" a whole documentary on Meghan. She even laughed and said "[They] could’ve given it to me!" Can you imagine Ekin-Su's own Netflix lifestyle show? That would be something!
She did clarify she was "kidding" kind of but then doubled down saying "No comment. I mean no comment." Ekin-Su admitted she actually likes the royals generally but she's just "not sure" Meghan's show is "done very well" and that she's "not a huge fan." Ouch tell us how you really feel Ekin-Su!
Ekin-Su even found it "weird" when Meghan corrected Mindy Kaling about her last name being Sussex not Markle on the show. She seemed genuinely confused about what Netflix was even trying to do with Meghan's series and what the "end goal" was supposed to be.
But Ekin-Su did have a suggestion for Meghan's next move. Forget the lifestyle stuff Ekin-Su thinks Meghan should get back to acting. Specifically she thinks Meghan should do a "Suits" spin-off! "She’s a very good actress!" Ekin-Su said. "She should do ‘Suits’ again –– ‘Suits’ two. I would love to watch that. She was very good. I’d watch that." Maybe Netflix should take notes?
Prue Leith Bakes Up Some Harsh Criticism: Meghan Markle's Show is Too 'Touchy-Feely'
Ekin-Su is not the only celeb with some thoughts on "With Love Meghan". Dame Prue Leith judge on the Great British Baking Show also shared her not-so-sweet opinion. And Prue did not hold back either!
Prue went on UK's "Good Morning Britain" and when asked about Meghan's show she was blunt. "I’m not a Meghan Markle fan" Prue declared straight up. She went on to say she's not into "all that sort of touchy-feely mindfulness endless worrying about what creams you put on your hands." Ouch Prue! It sounds like she is not buying what Meghan is selling.
Prue basically thinks there are more important things in life than lifestyle tips and "how you look and how your friends think of you". She even joked she'd probably "alienated half my fans" by saying all this but she said it anyway. That's Prue for you straight to the point!
Mixed Reviews and Death Threats?! The Wild Reactions to Meghan Markle's Netflix Series
It is not just Ekin-Su and Prue. "With Love Meghan" has gotten pretty mixed reactions all around. Critics haven't been super kind. The show has a low score on Rotten Tomatoes. Even other celebrities like Jimmy Fallon and Whitney Cummings have joked about it and Meghan's own dad Thomas Markle has weighed in with his opinion too.
Some people have even compared Meghan to lifestyle gurus like Martha Stewart and Rachael Ray but not in a totally positive way. One PR expert said Martha Stewart was "aspirational" and Rachael Ray was "relatable" but implied Meghan might be missing that connection. It seems like it's hard to nail down exactly what Meghan's show is trying to be and who it's for.
Things have gotten so intense that one chef who criticized Meghan's show actually received death threats! Death threats over a cooking show critique? That is taking things way too far and shows how strong reactions are around Meghan Markle and her projects.
Meghan's Still Excited and Planning Season 2 and a New Podcast: Is She Ignoring the Haters?
Despite the mixed reviews and some harsh criticism Meghan seems unfazed. She actually announced that Netflix has renewed "With Love Meghan" for a second season. She posted on Instagram that she was "so thrilled" about season 2. So it looks like Netflix is still on board even if some critics and celebs are not.
And that is not all. Meghan is launching a new podcast called "Confessions Of A Female Founder." She says it will feature "candid conversations with amazing women" about building businesses. It seems like Meghan is not slowing down and is focusing on building her "As Ever" brand and moving forward despite the feedback.
Key Criticisms of Meghan Markle's Netflix Show "With Love Meghan":
- "Wasted" Opportunity: Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu suggested Netflix should have given her a show instead.
- Too "Touchy-Feely": Prue Leith found the show's focus on mindfulness and personal care superficial.
- Unclear Purpose: Critics question the show's direction and "end goal".
- Relatability Issues: Comparisons to Martha Stewart and Rachael Ray highlight potential disconnect with audiences.
- Mixed Reviews: Low Rotten Tomatoes score and mixed celebrity reactions indicate a lack of widespread appeal.
Will Meghan's Hustle Pay Off? Season 2 Podcast and Brand Building Continue Amidst the Drama
So "With Love Meghan" might be getting some side-eye but Meghan Markle is clearly not backing down. She is moving ahead with season two of her Netflix show launching a new podcast and building her "As Ever" brand. Whether she can win over the critics and naysayers remains to be seen but one thing is for sure Meghan is keeping herself in the spotlight and generating plenty of conversation even if it's not always glowing praise. Stay tuned folks this Meghan Markle story is definitely still unfolding!