Sussexes documentary flops, advisers urge professional retreat
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle saw their debut feature documentary Cookie Queens perform poorly at the box office, opening 15th and averaging $735 per screen while grossing just over $513,000 domestically. Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield urged the couple to 'disappear professionally,' cut announcements and focus on a single compelling project with experienced collaborators to rebuild credibility. The film's weak rollout follows other setbacks, including the end of Meghan's $20 million Spotify deal after one season of Archetypes and stalled media partnerships. Critics also reacted to Meghan wearing Princess Diana's diamond and sapphire earrings at a gala.
Cookie Queens grossed about $513,000 domestically on opening weekend.
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Their documentary opened poorly and drew critical attention. Their Spotify deal ended after one season. They may reduce public announcements or refocus projects next.
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