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The tragic reason why Meghan Markle has postponed the premiere of her Netflix series. When will it now be shown?
The Duchess of Sussex shifts focus as her latest project faces an unexpected delay amid challenges close to home.

Meghan Markle’s highly anticipated Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, has hit a delay - and it’s not for reasons tied to last-minute edits or marketing strategies. It’s much more serious, and tragic. The Duchess of Sussex’s show was slated to premiere this Wednesday, January 15, but the ongoing wildfires in southern California have led to a change in plans.
You might be wondering why a streaming date would shift due to natural disasters. Netflix and Meghan both made it clear that the move reflects solidarity with the victims of the devastating fires that have already claimed at least 24 lives and displaced hundreds of thousands. This is affecting communities Meghan knows well.
What is Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series about?
With Love, Meghan is a lifestyle series that explores the beauty and charm of southern California, a region close to Meghan’s heart. It features eight 30-minute episodes packed with appearances from well-known faces like Mindy Kaling and Abigail Spencer. Even the trailer (see below) released earlier this month, gives viewers a glimpse of Meghan living her California dream: decorating cakes with raspberries and harvesting honey.
The show was filmed in Montecito, the serene coastal town where Meghan, Prince Harry, and their two children call home. Though Montecito has so far escaped the wildfires’ grasp, its fire risk remains high according to local authorities. In light of this precarious situation, delaying the series feels like a deeply personal and empathetic choice.
Meghan Markle’s response to the wildfires
In a statement, Meghan expressed gratitude to Netflix for supporting her decision to postpone the premiere. She described the fires as “ongoing devastation” and emphasized the importance of focusing on the needs of those affected in her home state. Meghan and Prince Harry haven’t just spoken about the crisis; they’ve shown up. The couple was seen on Friday in Pasadena, hugging residents and offering comfort to people grappling with unimaginable loss.
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Why Netflix supported the delay
Netflix didn’t just agree to the postponement; the streaming giant publicly supported it. In its announcement, Netflix called the series “a heartfelt tribute to the beauty of southern California” and confirmed the decision to reschedule was made out of respect for the current tragedy.
What’s next for the duchess and her series?
The delayed premiere might frustrate eager fans, but it aligns with the values Meghan has championed since stepping into the public eye. The duchess has often used her platform to spotlight issues of empathy and action – despite still having many detractors, often driven by misinformation over the years – and this decision reflects just that.
For now, With Love, Meghan will wait until spring to bring its sunny, heartfelt stories to viewers. Netflix has said it will now air from March 4. As for Meghan and Harry, their focus is firmly on helping those affected by the worst wildfires Los Angeles has seen in years.
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