Meghan Markle’s Netflix show earns Daytime Emmy nod after cancellation

Meghan Markle’s Netflix lifestyle series With Love, Meghan received its first Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lifestyle Series on July 14, a rare accolade for a program already off the platform【1】. The nod underscores the lingering brand value of her $100 million Netflix partnership even as the show failed to crack the service’s Top 10 list.

Emmy nomination after cancellation

The nomination arrives months after Netflix scrapped the series, which ran for two seasons and a holiday special before being dropped in early 2025 for not reaching the platform’s Top 10 rankings【2】. Despite the cancellation, the Duchess of Sussex used Instagram to congratulate the crew, reinforcing the show’s continued relevance to its audience and producers【2】. The nomination pits the series against titles such as A Different Breed and The Wizard of Paws at the 53rd Daytime Emmy ceremony slated for October 30【2】.

Business context and brand implications

Markle and Prince Harry’s original $100 million multi‑year deal with Netflix, signed in 2020, remains a benchmark for celebrity‑driven content deals【2】. While the show’s viewership fell short of Netflix’s Top 10 threshold, the Emmy nod suggests that brand‑building efforts—particularly through the As Ever lifestyle line—still generate media attention. Netflix’s spokesperson highlighted Markle’s “passion for elevating everyday moments” as a driver for the As Ever brand, which continues independently after the partnership ended【1】.

Public reaction and market perception

Social media response was sharply critical, with users questioning the merit of the nomination and speculating about possible financial influence behind the nod【1】. Comments ranged from jokes about “Z‑list actresses paying for awards” to broader skepticism about the Emmy’s credibility. While these reactions do not affect the nomination’s validity, they signal potential reputational risk for both the show’s producers and the awards body.

What to watch

• The Daytime Emmy ceremony on October 30, where With Love, Meghan will compete for the Outstanding Lifestyle Series award.
• Any future collaborations between Netflix and the As Ever brand, which may leverage the Emmy exposure for new product launches.
• Viewership data for the nominated series once the ceremony airs, which could influence Netflix’s strategy for celebrity‑driven lifestyle content.

The Emmy nomination highlights how high‑profile celebrity deals can sustain a show's cultural footprint even after cancellation, raising questions about the weight of brand partnerships versus pure audience metrics in award considerations.