Meghan Markle backtracks, deletes behind-the-scenes clip after fan uproar
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Days before the premiere of her Netflix series With Love, Meghan, Meghan Markle shared a 14-second behind-the-scenes video on Instagram—only to delete it shortly after.
The clip, which featured a cameo from Prince Harry and their late beagle, Guy, was later reposted on X (formerly Twitter), igniting online debate.
Oh lord help us. The cringe factor just blew thru the roof-my eyes rolled out of my head AGAIN, and #MeghanMarkle trying to look like she’s “fun” and “quirky” and sooo relatable FLOPPED. Try contrived, forced, and embarassing. #WithLoveMeghan #MeghanMarkleIsABully… pic.twitter.com/hlYo3RcJmQ
— Princess CarParkle (@unreMARKLEble) February 26, 2025
The Netflix series, set to launch on March 4, follows the Duchess of Sussex as she shares lifestyle tips on cooking, gardening, and hosting. However, controversy arose as fans noticed striking similarities between With Love, Meghan and Pamela Anderson’s recently released Cooking With Love.
Critics on social media accused Markle of copying Anderson’s concept, noting parallels in aesthetics, themes, and even the show's title. Both trailers showcase their respective hosts exploring gardens, cooking with guests, and sharing heartfelt moments. One X user claimed, “Markle’s show is a straight copy of Pamela Anderson’s.”
#MeghanMarkle, once again incapable of an original thought, ripping off #PamelaAnderson & her cooking show. One glaring difference? Markle NEVER follows basic hygiene rules around food & leaves her hair dangling into the plates and prep. Also, Pam is authentic & relatable. She’s… pic.twitter.com/IUJY6fjzVs
— Princess CarParkle (@unreMARKLEble) February 26, 2025
I hope and the best thing Pamela Anderson can do is sue Meghan Markle. Meghan thinks she is better than anyone and her show is better than anyone else’s but the problem is she steals celebrities ideas all the time and makes it her own. MM is a con artist fraud.
— Cruiser (@Emily07435268) February 27, 2025
Defenders of the Duchess argue that similarities are purely coincidental, given tight production schedules. However, comparisons extend beyond the show’s format. Markle’s trailer features a “Ladybug Caprese Bruschetta” recipe, which some say mirrors existing Pinterest and magazine recipes. Additionally, Markle’s beekeeping segment drew parallels to Princess Kate’s well-documented passion for apiculture.
Despite the backlash, anticipation for With Love, Meghan remains high, with fans eager to see her take on lifestyle and entertaining. The series will debut on Netflix on March 4