In a stunning blow to Meghan Markle’s ambitions, Netflix has outright rejected her urgent plea for a €100 million loan, leaving the Duchess of Sus𝓈ℯ𝓍’s brand and public image in tatters. This shocking development follows the disastrous launch of her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, which has been criticized for its confusing identity and lack of market traction.

Once viewed as a potential business mogul poised to carve out a billion-dollar empire, Markle now finds herself grappling with a tarnished reputation and dwindling support from powerful industry players. Netflix executives, who previously celebrated her royal ties and star power, are reportedly disillusioned with her inability to deliver commercially viable content. Sources reveal that Markle’s pitch for financial backing was received with skepticism, underscoring a stark shift in sentiment at the media giant.

The failure of American Riviera Orchard—intended to be a luxurious lifestyle brand—has been labeled a masterclass in overpromising and underdelivering, with marketing analysts noting its poor engagement and negligible sales despite a hefty marketing push. From luxury jams to kitchenware, the brand has struggled to connect with consumers in an already saturated market.

Adding to her woes, Markle’s previous media ventures have failed to resonate, prompting Netflix to reassess the value of their multi-million dollar deal with the Sus𝓈ℯ𝓍es. While Prince Harry’s docuseries “Heart of Invictus” found some traction, Markle’s own podcast, “Archetypes,” was quietly dropped by Spotify, further eroding her credibility.

This rejection from Netflix is more than a financial setback; it’s a public repudiation of her once-glamorous image. As one executive bluntly stated, “This is business.” For Markle, who has long portrayed herself as a victim of the establishment, the distance from one of Hollywood’s premier platforms signals a dramatic fall from grace. With her brand collapsing and her influence dwindling, the road to image rehabilitation has never looked more daunting.