John Mulaney Mocks Harry and Meghan at Netflix Event, Audience Reacts
John Mulaney’s Sharp Wit Targets Harry and Meghan at Netflix Event
In a recent star-studded Netflix event held at the iconic Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, comedian John Mulaney took a playful jab at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, drawing laughter from the audience. The event, which served as a promotional platform for Mulaney’s upcoming show, Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney, showcased other notable stars such as Ben Affleck and Tina Fey.
The Punchline
Mulaney’s humor centered around Netflix’s financial support for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. He quipped, “This will be the one place where you could see Arnold Schwarzenegger sitting next to Nikki Glaser sitting next to a family therapist with music by Mannequin P*y.” He added, “This is a really fun experiment. Not since Harry and Meghan has Netflix given more money to someone without a specific plan.” The crowd reacted with a mix of chuckles and exclamations, indicating the comedian’s sharp delivery resonated well.
Audience Reactions
Despite their absence, the Sussexes were a hot topic of conversation. An insider revealed that it was surprising for those present that Netflix would allow such ridicule aimed at the couple during a prestigious event. “The head honchos were all there,” the source noted, highlighting the unusual nature of the situation.
Meghan’s New Project
Meghan Markle’s upcoming lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan, which focuses on her culinary and domestic skills, was notably downplayed during the event. The source expressed disbelief that a show from a couple with a significant Netflix deal garnered so little attention, stating, “How strange that a show by the couple who signed a multi-million-dollar deal with Netflix barely featured—apart from one brief clip in a montage.”
Background on the Sussexes’ Netflix Deal
Harry and Meghan signed a lucrative five-year deal with Netflix reportedly worth USD $100 million in 2020. Initially set to debut on January 15, With Love, Meghan has been postponed to March due to the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, as Meghan expressed gratitude for Netflix’s support in prioritizing those affected.
This new series, which will include eight episodes, aims to showcase Meghan’s passions, including cooking and gardening. However, it may mark the end of their Netflix collaborations, which have had a mixed reception. While their debut docuseries, Harry & Meghan, was a success, subsequent projects like Heart of Invictus and Live to Lead didn’t achieve the same level of interest. Their latest release, Polo, was quietly added to the platform with minimal promotion and received lukewarm reviews.
As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, the spotlight remains on the Sussexes and their endeavors, with fans and critics alike eager to see what unfolds next.
