Meghan Markle forced Netflix to defend them from getting ripped apart in the press. However, it is possible that she may have had some influence on the company's decision to do so.
In December 2022, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released a docuseries on Netflix called "Harry & Meghan." The series was met with mixed reviews, with some critics accusing the couple of making unfair and unsubstantiated claims about the royal family.
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In response to the criticism, Netflix released a statement defending the series and the Sussexes.
The statement said that the series was "an honest and authentic account of the experiences of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle" and that it "reflects the values of Netflix and our commitment to diversity and inclusion." The statement also said that Netflix was "proud" to work with the Sussexes and that it "looks forward to continuing our partnership with them."
It is possible that Meghan Markle may have had some influence on Netflix's decision to release this statement. After all, she is a co-founder of Archewell Productions, the production company that produced the docuseries. Additionally, she has a history of speaking out against racism and discrimination. It is therefore possible that she may have felt that it was important for Netflix to defend the docuseries and the Sussexes against the criticism they were receiving.
However, it is also possible that Netflix would have released the statement regardless of Meghan Markle's wishes. After all, the company has a reputation to uphold and it would not want to be seen as condoning racism or discrimination. Additionally, the docuseries was a major investment for Netflix and the company would have been keen to defend it.
Ultimately, it is impossible to say for sure whether or not Meghan Markle forced Netflix to defend them from getting ripped apart in the press. However, it is clear that she had some influence on the company's decision to do so.