Netflix's Prince Harry & Meghan Drama: Director Changes, Interview Timing, & Book Announcements

0:00What's up? This is entertainment and celebrity news today, bringing you the hottest stories right now. A recent variety report dives into the rocky side of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix deal, signed back in September 2020 after they stepped away from royal duties and settled in Montecito, California. Their debut project was the six-part docu-series Harry and Meghan tracing their romance from the start through their wedding and exit from royal life. The series went through director changes before Liz Garb is stepped in to lead it. Tensions popped up around their May 2021. Oprah Winfrey interview, which aired personal details later featured in the show. Netflix sources claim surprise over the timing, but the couple's team called that categorically false, noting legal oversight was standard. Netflix execs also fell blindsided by Harry's memoir, Spare Announcement in 2021, right as the docu-series wrapped. Spokespeople for the Sussexes push back, saying communication happened months ahead, and

1:00the deal left room for separate book and podcast ventures. During post-production, after Queen Elizabeth's passing, Meghan reportedly wanted cuts to footage that could upset the royals, straining things with. Garb is. Some insiders speculated it saved material for the book, though Netflix denied that spin. Just this month, Meghan's as-ever lifestyle brand parted ways with Netflix after a strong launch year, now going independent while both sides express, gratitude for the collaboration. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor, linked in the description. You know what is better than ear buds in bed? No ear buds at all. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.