Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s groundbreaking Netflix series has received a prestigious nomination for a Hollywood award. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex collaborated with the streaming platform last December to release their highly anticipated docuseries, Harry & Meghan, which quickly became one of Netflix’s most popular documentaries, second only to The Tinder Swindler. This series, directed by Liz Garbus, marked the couple’s first venture under their multi-year agreement with Netflix, which they signed in 2020 after stepping away from their roles as working members of the Royal Family. Now, Harry & Meghan has been nominated for a Hollywood Critics Award in the Best Streaming Nonfiction category. The announcement was made on Twitter, revealing that the Sussexes are competing against other notable productions such as Prehistoric Planet 2, Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss, Rennervations, The 1619 Project, and The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy.
The nominees were selected through an anonymous voting process by the HCA’s TV Awards Committee, consisting of 27 members. This committee is composed of 180 different association members, and the specific 27 members responsible for the Sussexes’ nomination remain undisclosed. The HCA TV Awards Committee and Television Branch members will cast their votes for the winners starting on July 18, 2023. The date for the award ceremony has yet to be announced.
In their $100 million deal with Netflix, Meghan and Harry utilized the platform to challenge the Royal Family and Britain, creating what some have called transatlantic “TV bombs” aimed at The Firm. The couple, known for their commitment to privacy, shared an intimate collection of photos and videos showcasing significant moments in their relationship. These included Harry’s proposal in 2017 and footage of him in the VIP lounge at Heathrow as he embarked on his move in March 2020. The initial episodes of the series contained several controversial remarks that allegedly upset his father, King Charles III. Harry claimed to have been “literally brought up” by a “second family” in Africa, where he sought solace during his late teens and twenties, grappling with the loss of his mother. He also addressed the issue of unconscious bias within the Royal Family, referencing an incident where Princess Michael of Kent wore an offensive Blackamoor-style brooch in front of Meghan at Buckingham Palace. Additionally, the series suggested that the UK has deep-rooted racism and an excessive preoccupation with race, with Meghan sharing her experience of not being treated as a black woman until her arrival in Britain. Moreover, Harry’s choice to marry Meghan was portrayed as a departure from the family’s traditional preferences, implying a critique of his father and other senior royals. He emphasized that his decision was driven by love and authenticity rather than adherence to expectations.
This recent nomination for the Hollywood Critics Award further solidifies the impact of Harry & Meghan on the entertainment industry. Sources reveal that the couple is currently in discussions to front another Netflix documentary, this time focusing on their interactions with South African communities. The upcoming series will shed light on their involvement in building houses and promoting safe birthing practices. In collaboration with their Archewell Foundation, the production will demonstrate Meghan’s dedication to sharing information about safe childbirth with the women they encounter. This will be their third project with Netflix following the success of their six-part docuseries in December 2022 and their “Live to Lead” series, which aired on New Year’s Eve of the same year. The new documentary will serve as a continuation of their connection to South Africa, as they previously visited the country during their royal tour in 2019. During this visit, they engaged with community members in various townships around Cape Town while joyously immersing themselves in the local culture.
Additionally, recent footage captured Meghan and her daughter, Lilibet, at a 4th of July parade. In the heartwarming video shared by a hotel owned by the Sussexes’ friend, Prince Harry was also seen accompanying his two-year-old daughter at the event in Montecito. The clip not only showcased the parade but also highlighted the lavish celebrations at the upscale Rosewood Miramar Beach hotel, featuring a beachfront bar and a festive BBQ. Back in 2020, it was reported that Meghan and Harry had formed a close bond with the hotel’s owner, Rick Caruso, after meeting to discuss charity initiatives and future plans. The hotel’s Instagram account, boasting over 93k followers, excitedly shared the video, labeling it a “little Miramar magic for 4th of July.”
Overall, Harry and Meghan’s influence continues to grow as they break new ground in the entertainment industry, using their platform to champion causes close to their hearts and redefine their roles in the public eye.
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