Meghan Markle, ignored by Hollywood powerbrokers: They don't answer her calls anymore

Meghan Markle is reportedly encountering resistance from Hollywood's elite, with claims that some influential figures no longer respond to her directly.

The reports come amidst a series of stalled or canceled projects, raising questions about her post-royal career in the entertainment industry.

Since stepping down from her royal duties in 2020, Markle has pursued a variety of creative ventures. However, her overall success in Hollywood has been inconsistent.

According to The Times, her podcast Archetypes, produced in partnership with Spotify, was canceled last year after just 12 episodes.

Meanwhile, her anticipated Netflix cooking show, filmed over the summer, has yet to debut. Compounding the setbacks, her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, has reportedly encountered delays due to bureaucratic trademark issues

Hollywood power dynamics shift

Tom Sykes, European editor for The Daily Beast, suggested a shift in Hollywood's perception of Markle, with rumors circulating that influential figures who once supported her are no longer taking her calls directly.

Paula Froelich, an entertainment correspondent for NewsNation, echoed this sentiment.

"This is what happens when you haven't actually made money - you fall [down] the totem pole of importance. People in LA roll their eyes at them," she said.

Markle and Prince Harry initially garnered substantial attention from Hollywood power players following their royal exit, securing lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify.

Yet, the couple's ventures have faced challenges in maintaining momentum and delivering results, leading some to question their long-term viability in the entertainment world.

Despite the setbacks, Markle has not retreated from her Hollywood ambitions.

The Duchess remains a polarizing figure, with supporters applauding her efforts to carve out an independent identity and critics questioning her ability to translate her celebrity into sustained success.