Netflix back away from Harry and Meghan with new deal, on worse terms: Sussexes sign ‘first-look’ agreement after shows flopped – with cooking Christmas special and another documentary

The renewed deal was described by the Sussexes – who made the announcement with Netflix – as ‘extending their creative partnership’ through Archewell Productions. But the new terms are understood to be worth less for Harry and Meghan than their previous contract, according to a person familiar with the deal, and represent Netflix loosening its…

Harry and Meghan renew Netflix deal with first look partnership

Five years ago, Harry and Meghan secured a lucrative contract, thought to be worth more than 100 million dollars (£74 million) with the streaming giant after quitting as senior working royals in 2020.The first-look deal, which means Netflix will have the first option on Harry and Meghan’s projects, was described by the Sussexes as “extending…

Harry and Meghan renew Netflix deal with first look partnership

Five years ago, Harry and Meghan secured a lucrative contract, thought to be worth more than 100 million dollars (£74 million) with the streaming giant after quitting as senior working royals in 2020. The first-look deal, which means Netflix will have the first option on Harry and Meghan’s projects, was described by the Sussexes as…

Netflix ‘downgrades’ deal with Harry and Meghan

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have signed a new multi-year Netflix deal on reduced terms.The contract is less extensive than their original five-year deal, reputed to have been worth $100m (£75m), marking a loosening of ties between the couple and the streaming giant.Mark Borkowski, a PR and crisis expert, described the new deal as…

Harry and Meghan renew Netflix deal with first look partnership

Harry and Meghan renew Netflix deal with first look partnershipFive years ago, Harry and Meghan secured a lucrative contract, thought to be worth more than 100 million dollars (£74 million) with the streaming giant after quitting as senior working royals in 2020.The first-look deal, which means Netflix will have the first option on Harry and…

Harry and Meghan new Netflix deal – what is coming next?

“My husband and I feel inspired by our partners who work closely with us and our Archewell Productions team to create thoughtful content across genres that resonates globally and celebrates our shared vision.”While a representative for the Sussexes declined to comment on the financial arrangements of the deal, PR and crisis expert Mark Borkowski suggested…

Harry and Meghan extend Netflix partnership – but it’s no longer exclusive

Several US outlets have suggested it is a downgrade from the Sussexes’ previous contract, which saw the streaming giant pay for exclusive rights for the content and was thought to be worth more than $100m (£74m).British PR expert Mark Borkowski described the deal as a “downgrade” and suggested Netflix was “pivoting away” from Harry and…

America’s bittersweetheart Sydney Sweeney found herself under fire once again this week following reports that the 27-year-old actress is a registered Republican.

The Right were thrilled. This, combined with her “All-American” looks, made her a pretty little pin-up for white, Right-wing Americans. And while Sweeney did hit out at “assumptions” that were made about her political stance after the pictures received a backlash, she stayed conspicuously clear of disclosing her own politics.“It’s absolutely a tactic,” says celebrity…

‘Never seen this’: Billion-dollar truth behind Emma Raducanu triumph

Sponsors will now be lining up to get on board with Raducanu, who will undoubtedly become the ‘it’ girl of tennis.And according to renowned publicist Borkowski, who has worked with the likes of Michael Jackson and Led Zeppelin, Raducanu has the potential to earn $1 billion on and off the court.“Potentially, I see her as…

Should Jet2 respond to the White House ‘deportation’ video?

Mark Borkowski, industry veteran and founder of eponymous PR firm Borkowski, believes Jet2 “absolutely” has to comment. “Silence risks being interpreted as complicity,” he says.“A firm, dignified statement: ‘We don’t endorse this. We didn’t licence this. We reject this. It’s not just managing optics. It’s refusing to be a footnote in someone else’s cruelty. Yes,…