Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is making strategic moves in the media and fashion worlds, signaling a robust expansion of her creative portfolio. The Duchess was recently spotted dining with Terry Wood, the chief executive of Oprah Winfrey's Harpo production company, sparking speculation about new collaborative projects in the pipeline. This meeting comes as the third anniversary of her and Prince Harry's revelatory interview with Oprah approaches, an interview that had a profound impact on their public image and relations with the Royal Family.
Meghan's engagement with Wood, who has previously worked with the Sussexes on significant projects including their CBS interview with Oprah and Prince Harry's mental health series, "The Me You Can't See," suggests a deepening of this professional relationship. This collaboration could potentially extend to Meghan's newly announced podcast venture with Lemonada, following the dissolution of a previous $20 million deal with Spotify.
In a separate engagement, Meghan reconnected with Clare Waight Keller, the British fashion designer behind her iconic wedding dress. Their lunch in Beverly Hills hints at ongoing or future collaborations in the fashion domain, further diversifying Meghan's creative pursuits.
These moves are emblematic of Meghan's broader strategy to leverage her platform for impactful storytelling and advocacy, aligning with her and Prince Harry's ventures through their Netflix series and Harry's memoir, "Spare." Their commitment to sharing their narrative on their terms continues to drive their projects, including a film and two unscripted ventures with Netflix.
Meghan's foray into podcasting with Lemonada is particularly noteworthy. The network, known for its thought-provoking content, will distribute the first season of "Archetypes" across all audio platforms, in addition to developing a new, currently untitled series with Meghan. This partnership underscores Meghan's commitment to fostering conversations that challenge stereotypes and advocate for women's empowerment.
Jessica Cordova Kramer and Stephanie Wittels Wachs of Lemonada have expressed their enthusiasm for collaborating with Meghan, praising her vision and dedication to creating meaningful content. This collaboration not only marks Meghan's continued influence in the media landscape but also aligns with Lemonada's mission to share human stories that evoke empathy and understanding.
As Meghan navigates these new ventures, her commitment to creative expression and advocacy remains clear. With a history of impactful interviews and collaborations, her future projects are highly anticipated by audiences worldwide. As she and Prince Harry continue to forge their path outside of the Royal Family, their work in media and philanthropy is a testament to their enduring influence and the compelling narratives they bring to the global stage.
