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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why the End of Meghan Markle & Prince Harry's Netflix Deal Isn't the Bombshell You Think It Is
The story about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's $100 million Netflix deal was bound to have the U.K. tabloids salivating — they've been waiting for this day. But beneath the negativity is a reality that many in Hollywood are facing, and it's not a Sussex issue. On July 23, The Sun kicked off the news that the royal duo's deal would end permanently in September. 'The deal is done; no more shows will be made,' an insider told the publication. 'Netflix feels they've got all they can from the couple.' The source noted that while the Harry & Meghan docuseries was a big success, 'the content got weaker from there.' More from SheKnows Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Promised Fans a Netflix Romantic Drama - So Where Is It? The streamer's July 17 Engagement Report showed that Prince Harry's Polo docuseries was a bomb while his wife's lifestyle show, With Love, Meghan, found middle ground with viewers. Still, Netflix is in business with the Duchess of Sussex for her As Ever brand products, which still makes her valuable to the network. While the British media wants to make the deal termination all about Meghan and Harry, the truth is more about the finances of Hollywood in 2025. Netflix is no longer entering into massive, big-budget production deals with stars. As People pointed out, Barack and Michelle Obama found their massive contract morph into a standard first-look agreement. The Sun insider also noted the duo's current relationship with the streamer, 'There's no animosity from either side. Things have just run their course.' Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos has been a big cheerleader for the Sussexes, and it is likely that their relationship will continue on a smaller basis. Still, the second season of With Love, Meghan will likely need to show some ratings improvements in order to nab a third season pickup. Sarandos explained what Netflix is looking for from all of their series at the Fast Company Innovation Festival in New York City in September 2024 — he's a big fan of transparency. 'Put the number out there so that talent can see it, so that agents can see it, so that the press can see it, and know what's a hit and what's a miss,' he said, per Deadline. So, don't be misled by Prince Harry and Meghan headlines; their deal is the result of the economic downsizing of Hollywood. It makes more sense for Netflix to do a one-off deal with them instead of an oversized Hollywood contract. Before you go, click to see more of Meghan Markle & Prince Harry's milestones since leaving the royal family. Best of SheKnows Actors Who You Forgot Have Impressive Singing Careers Too All About Conor Kennedy, RFK Jr.'s Private Son Who Was Once Linked to Taylor Swift 16 Times the Celebrity Death Rule of Threes Actually Happened
Business Insider
18-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Business Insider names Kim Last Editorial Director of BI Live
Business Insider welcomes Kim Last as Editorial Director of BI Live, the new events business that translates its award-winning journalism to global audiences through interactive event formats. In this role, Last will develop and curate a slate of events that bring Business Insider's unique editorial voice to life. The move is part of Business Insider's commitment to engage its audience by translating content into experiences that spark dialogue and drive value for decision makers. BI Live will focus on in-person, interactive events that showcase the best of Business Insider's reporting across core coverage in business, technology, and innovation. Last will co-lead the initiative alongside Priscilla Ellington, Vice President of BI Live. Last joins Business Insider from The Wall Street Journal, where she most recently served as Head of Live Journalism and Special Content. At the Journal, Last expanded the Future of Everything event franchise and played a pivotal role in driving the publication's live journalism efforts globally. Prior to the Journal, she held critical roles in conference development at Vox Media, including Recode, and at Fast Company, she launched the inaugural Fast Company Innovation Festival. "Kim is an innovative and inspiring journalist, colleague, and leader. We are so fortunate that she will help Business Insider build this critical new format for our journalism. Her vision and deep editorial expertise will drive the exciting future of BI Live," said Business Insider Editor in Chief Jamie Heller. "I'm incredibly excited to join Business Insider's new live events business. There's tremendous opportunity to not only build distinctive event franchises that engage and grow BI's audience across the business, tech, and innovation verticals, but also the chance to create live journalism that goes well beyond the spaces where we convene. I'm especially looking forward to working in the newsroom to help develop BI's journalists into dynamic, insightful live interviewers who can bring their expertise to life on stage," said Last.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nike, TOGETHXR to partner on 'Everyone Watches Women's Sports' collection
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 21: Jessica Robertson, Cofounder, Togethxr speaks at the Fast Company Innovation Festival at Convene on September 21, 2023 in New York City. (Photo byfor Fast Company) Everyone watches women's sports. Including Nike. The sportswear giant and TOGETHXR are partnering on a merchandise collection featuring the now ubiquitous slogan championing women's sports. The collection will include T-shirts, hoodies and baseball hats, and will be available through Nike and TOGETHXR as well as at Dick's Sporting Goods. "TOGETHXR was created to amplify the voices of women athletes and to show the world that women's sports are not just something to be watched, but something to be centered and invested in," Jessica Robertson, TOGETHXR's chief content officer and co-founder, said in a release Friday. Advertisement "This partnership with Nike allows us to take our mission to the next level," Robertson added. "We will not only create access to new and exciting products on a global scale, which we know women's sports fans so greatly seek, but will also build a future where women's sports receive the respect, resources and investment they truly deserve.' Frustrated with the lack of coverage of women's sports they saw throughout their respective careers, Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim and Simone Manuel created TOGETHXR with Robertson in 2021. A commerce and media company, it was meant to amplify the stories and voices of women athletes, and offer merchandise that was missing in the mainstream market. "Everyone Watches Women's Sports" became TOGETHXR's tagline, a rebuttal to the common refrain by naysayers who tried to dismiss the growing popularity of women's sports. TOGETHXR began producing merchandise with the slogan in 2023, and it took off last year when South Carolina coach Dawn Staley wore one of the shirts during a game. Jason Sudeikis was often seen in "Everyone Watches Women's Sports" gear as he sat courtside during last year's NCAA tournament and WNBA season. Steph Curry, Shaq and actress Aubrey Plaza also were seen in gear with the slogan. "Everyone Watches Women's Sports" merchandise has already generated more than $6 million in revenue, TOGETHXR said, a number sure to grow under the new partnership. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Nike, TOGETHXR partner on 'Everyone Watches Women's Sports' gear
