In a shocking turn of events that’s left both royal watchers and Hollywood insiders buzzing, Netflix has officially axed Meghan Markle’s highly anticipated cooking show, mere weeks before its scheduled debut. And according to multiple inside sources, the Duchess of Sussex did not take the news well — reportedly breaking down in tears and unleashing a furious tirade behind the scenes.

The decision comes amid what appears to be a string of professional setbacks for Meghan, whose post-royal career has faced increasing scrutiny in recent months. But the abrupt cancellation of her culinary series, tentatively titled “The Modern Duchess Kitchen,” has sent shockwaves through the industry, raising questions about the Sussex brand’s staying power and Netflix’s faith in the couple’s content ventures.

The Show That Never Was

Initially announced as part of Harry and Meghan’s lucrative multi-million dollar deal with Netflix, the cooking show was positioned as a heartfelt, wholesome project aimed at showcasing recipes from around the world while spotlighting personal stories from diverse home cooks. Meghan herself was to host the series, appearing in a warm, relaxed setting — a stark contrast to the stiff royal image the public once knew.

Sources close to the production claim that Netflix executives began expressing concerns about the show’s direction months ago, citing lackluster test screenings, creative differences, and underwhelming internal buzz.

“There was this sense that Meghan wanted the show to be everything at once — part cooking, part activism, part autobiography,” an insider revealed. “It became a chaotic, unfocused mess.”

Another executive allegedly referred to the early pilot episodes as “overproduced fluff that no one asked for.”

The Final Blow

According to multiple sources, the final nail in the coffin came last week when Meghan reportedly clashed with producers over creative control. Netflix, already under pressure to trim underperforming projects amidst subscriber losses and cost-cutting measures, made the decision to quietly pull the plug.

Officially, Netflix has yet to comment publicly on the matter, but insiders confirm the show is “indefinitely shelved” with no plans for revival.

Meghan’s Meltdown

Perhaps the most explosive detail to emerge, however, involves Meghan’s alleged reaction to the cancellation. According to palace insiders and Hollywood sources alike, the Duchess did not take the news gracefully.

“She was blindsided,” one insider claimed. “She genuinely thought this show would be a hit and was already planning her next on-screen projects.”

Reports suggest that Meghan was reduced to tears, shouting at staff and venting her frustrations to close friends over what she described as ‘sabotage’ and ‘an orchestrated takedown.’

One source added, “Meghan accused certain Netflix execs of being ‘jealous’ and claimed the British media influenced them to drop the show.”

Her husband, Prince Harry, was reportedly caught off guard by the cancellation and attempted to console Meghan, though insiders say tensions flared between the couple behind closed doors.

“It’s been a tough time in the Sussex household,” a family friend disclosed. “Harry has his own projects to manage, and the constant setbacks are wearing on both of them.”

Public Backlash and Industry Doubts

The news has ignited fierce debate online. While some fans have expressed outrage over Netflix’s decision, others criticized Meghan for what they called another example of her “overreaching ambitions falling flat.”

Industry experts are now questioning the future of the Sussexes’ partnership with Netflix altogether. With this being the second high-profile project from the couple to face significant problems — following mixed reactions to their Harry & Meghan docuseries — many are wondering how long the streaming giant will continue to invest in the controversial duo.

“At some point, the numbers have to justify the drama,” one industry analyst noted. “And right now, they aren’t.”

What’s Next for Meghan?

As for Meghan, sources say she’s already pitching new concepts to rival platforms, including a lifestyle brand, podcast relaunch, and even a rumored tell-all memoir. Whether Hollywood — and audiences — are still interested remains to be seen.

One thing’s for sure: the Sussex saga is far from over. And with egos bruised and millions on the line, the fallout from this latest scandal could be one of their most dramatic yet.

Stay tuned. This story is only getting started.