Trending Now - Netflix Exec Addresses Rumors About Markle and Harry Partnership

WHO:

Bela Bajaria, Chief Content Officer at Netflix

Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex

Netflix

Archewell Productions

Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix

WHAT:

Bajaria addressed claims of tension between Netflix and the couple at the “Next on Netflix Event” on March 18, 2026.

Bajaria confirmed that Netflix still has projects in development with Markle and Harry following their 2022 docuseries, "Harry & Meghan."

Bajaria stated, “Don't believe whatever you read. Maybe we should all do a little fact-checking.”

A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex called claims that Netflix was unaware of their interview with Oprah Winfrey “categorically false.”

Netflix downgraded the couple’s overall deal to a first-look deal in August 2025.

Netflix announced on March 6, 2026, that it was ending its partnership with Markle’s lifestyle brand, As Ever.

WHERE:

The “Next on Netflix Event” took place in Hollywood, California.

The couple resides in Montecito, California.

WHEN:

The “Next on Netflix Event” occurred on March 18, 2026.

The docuseries "Harry & Meghan" was released in December 2022.

Netflix downgraded the couple’s deal in August 2025.

Netflix announced the end of its partnership with As Ever on March 6, 2026.

WHY:

Reports suggested Netflix was distancing itself from the couple due to a poor track record of their shows and communication style.

Bajaria indicated that deals come and go, and some do not receive as much press due to a lack of interest.

HOW:

Bajaria emphasized the importance of fact-checking in response to media reports.

The couple’s representatives stated that legal counsel was involved in overseeing the evolution of their deal with Netflix.

(UPDATED March 19, 2026 13:26 UTC)

At the “Next on Netflix Event” in Hollywood on March 18, Netflix's Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria addressed claims of tension between the streaming giant and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, confirming that projects are still in development with the couple following their 2022 docuseries, "Harry & Meghan." Bajaria urged the audience to fact-check media reports, stating, “Don't believe whatever you read,” while a spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex labeled claims about Netflix being unaware of their Oprah interview as “categorically false.” Despite Netflix downgrading their overall deal to a first-look agreement in August 2025 and ending its partnership with Markle’s lifestyle brand on March 6, Bajaria emphasized that deals evolve and some may not receive as much attention.