Meghan Markle would ‘make a statement’ with Oscars appearance ahead of Netflix show launch
With Love, Meghan premieres on Netflix next weekCould we see Meghan Markle attend the Oscars this year ahead of the premiere of her new Netflix show?
Each year there are rumours over whether Meghan, 43, and Prince Harry, 40, could attend the prestigious Hollywood ceremony. This year it’ll take place on Sunday, March 2.
Meanwhile, Meghan will return to the entertainment spotlight next week with her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.
Now, a PR expert has discussed the benefits Meghan could face if she were to attend the 2025 Oscars.
Meghan Markle would ‘make a statement’ with appearance at Oscars before premiere of Netflix show
PR guru Lynn Carratt spoke to Sportsbook Review about the potential of seeing the duchess on the red carpet.
She said: “Meghan and Harry are no strangers to the red carpet or awards season and have both attended major ceremonies like the Baftas in previous years. It was previously rumoured that the Academy Awards had reached out to invite the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to attend the Oscars last year.
The Academy Awards red carpet could be the perfect place for Meghan to plug her latest project.
“But, despite the rumours, the pair were a no show. Their speculative appearance was criticised, with Meghan and Harry having no real reason to attend at the time and many of the view that it wouldn’t have been great optics to see the duo rubbing shoulders with Hollywood’s finest.”
Lynn continued: “However, could this year be the year that Meghan does attend? Focusing on her own brand of late, Meghan’s new Netflix release, With Love, Meghan, is imminent and is set to hit the streaming platform on 4 March – two days after the Oscars takes place.
“The Academy Awards red carpet could be the perfect place for Meghan to plug her latest project. Especially with the film featuring many of her A-list pals from her days on screen.”
Meghan could ‘get people talking’ with Oscars appearance
Lynn said if Meghan did attend the Oscars, it would “definitely have people talking”. She said it would put “all eyes on her and generating wide scale attention at a key moment for her”.
The expert added: “With only one project left as part of her and Harry’s five-year deal with Netflix, attending the Oscars would be a clever PR move by Meghan to boost viewing figures and ensure these final projects are a success.
“It would show that not only is she focused on building her own brand away from the royals, especially if she attends solo, but make a statement that she has every intention of reinserting herself back into the world of entertainment in a nod to her past life.”
What is With Love, Meghan on Netflix about?
Meghan’s new lifestyle series With Love, Meghan will see her welcoming famous pals to a Californian mansion. She’ll offer her top tips on crafting, gardening and cooking.
It’ll premiere on Netflix on March 4, with eight episodes dropping.
Guests set to appear in Meghan Markle’s Netflix series With Love, Meghan
The Netflix show will see the Duchess of Sussex give her top tips and tricks on crafting, cooking and gardening as well as hosting.
But who will join her?
With Love, Meghan guests include Abigail Spencer and Mindy Kaling
Meghan’s former Suits co-star, Abigail Spencer, will feature in the series. Despite no longer working together, they have remained close following Meghan's acting days.
When the With Love, Meghan trailer was released, Abigail wrote on Instagram: "Thanks for having me over and being truly the most wonderful friend a gal could get. Joy and bubbles abound. Here to learn. I’ll get the salt."
Meanwhile, actress Mindy Kaling will also star alongside Meghan.
She too featured in the trailer and has gushed about the new series in a recent interview.
Mindy Kaling on what filming for Meghan's Netflix show was like
Speaking to TIME recently, Mindy revealed: "I was on maternity leave with my daughter in March and April, and Meghan texted me that she was doing a show where she was going to cook for her friends.
"Would I want to come to Montecito and have her cook for me? I wanted to get taken care of in that moment of my life. That was a fun maternity leave field trip."
Other guests set to star
Elsewhere, With Love, Meghan will also see the likes of the duchess' friend Kelly McKee Zajfen, renowned chef Roy Choi, Tatcha founder Vicky Tsai and fashion designer Tracy Robbins appear.
Meghan's husband Prince Harry also features in the trailer, suggesting he'll be seen throughout the episodes.
But could we see glimpses of their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet? We sure hope so!
With Love, Meghan will also feature a range of guests. These include Meghan’s former Suits co-star Abigail Spencer and actress Mindy Kaling.
With Love, Meghan premieres on Netflix on March 4.
Will you watch the show? Do you think Meghan should attend the Oscars? Let us know by leaving a comment on our Facebook page @RoyalInsiderOfficial.
