Meghan Markle Announces Netflix Holiday Special After Success of Lifestyle Series

Meghan Markle, has some exciting news for fans. At a recent event in Washington, D.C., she revealed plans for a Netflix holiday special that will be released in November.

This announcement follows the success of her lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan, which attracted viewers with its mix of practical
advice and celebrity guests. Markle’s move to shorter content shows a new direction for her media career.

The holiday special aims to capture the warmth and approachability that characterized With Love, Meghan. Markle, known for her friendly demeanor, mentioned that this new project is based on what she learned from producing two seasons of her series.

She expressed her excitement, saying, “The holiday special is coming out in November, and it’s a really good one.” She also noted that running a full production reminded her of her time on the show Suits, where she honed her storytelling skills.

Series Highlights and Viewer Reception
With Love, Meghan became a popular show soon after its first season launched in March, quickly making it into Netflix’s top 10 rankings. In the show, Markle shares tips on cooking simple yet elegant meals, gardening, and hosting.

Celebrity guests, like Mindy Kaling, Chrissy Teigen, Tan France, and chef José Andrés, brought extra flair to the episodes. Viewers enjoyed the blend of Markle’s royal background with her California lifestyle.

The second season debuted in August and kept the same eight-episode format but dived into themes of creativity and community. Although it didn’t achieve the same buzz as the first season, it further established Markle as a notable trendsetter.

Fans appreciated her genuine voice and personal stories about balancing family life with her professional endeavors alongside Prince Harry and their children, Archie and Lilibet. The show’s success shows that Markle can effectively share her life after royalty in engaging ways.

Shifting Formats for Broader Reach

Markle also addressed questions about a potential third season, suggesting that long-form series may no longer be her priority. She recalled her experience on Suits and the hard work involved in producing a show.

Instead, she wants to try different content lengths to better suit audience preferences. She explained, “I also recognize how much people want content in different sizes.” This may include short videos, like quick recipe tutorials, shared on various platforms to keep her audience engaged throughout the year.

This change aligns with her lifestyle brand, As Ever, which she launched earlier this year, featuring easy-to-use foods and wines for entertaining. The holiday special fits within this theme, aiming to offer seasonal inspiration and creative formats without the demands of a full season, allowing her to connect with viewers more regularly during the holiday season.

As she moves into this next phase, Markle aims to create content that both entertains and empowers. The Netflix holiday special caps off a successful year for With Love, Meghan, and hints at an exciting future for multimedia storytelling.

With November approaching, fans eagerly await this heartwarming addition to holiday viewing options.