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Montecito Today
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Insiders Claim 'Cringe' Photos of Meghan and Harry at Netflix Party Were Deleted
The royal couple reportedly requested the removal of unflattering images from the event.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:40pm
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Deleted photos of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at a Netflix event reveal the couple's efforts to control their public image and the perception of their celebrity status.Montecito TodayInsiders claim that photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at a recent Netflix party were removed after receiving a negative response online. The images, which showed the couple cozying up to Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos and his wife Nicole Avant, were allegedly deemed 'cringe' and 'unflattering' by commenters, making Markle appear 'needy' and 'desperate' for an alliance with the Netflix executives. A source said the request to take down the photos after publication was 'highly unusual' and likely came directly from the Sussexes.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the Sussexes' continued efforts to control their public image and the perception around their relationship with powerful figures in the entertainment industry. It also raises questions about the extent to which celebrities and public figures can influence the removal of unflattering media coverage.
The details
The photos were originally taken last Friday at an event for Netflix's 'Beef' Season 2 at the Sussexes' Montecito, California home. They were uploaded by a Getty photographer but were taken down the following morning at the request of Netflix. Insiders say this type of request is 'highly unusual, if not unheard of' and likely came from the Sussexes themselves due to the negative response the images received online.
- The photos were taken last Friday at an event for Netflix's 'Beef' Season 2 at the Sussexes' Montecito home.
- The photos were removed the following morning at the request of Netflix.
The players
Meghan Markle
The Duchess of Sussex, who was photographed at the Netflix event alongside her husband Prince Harry.
Prince Harry
The Duke of Sussex, who was photographed at the Netflix event alongside his wife Meghan Markle.
Ted Sarandos
The CEO of Netflix, who was photographed at the event alongside the Sussexes.
Nicole Avant
The wife of Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, who was photographed at the event alongside the Sussexes.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the Sussexes' continued efforts to carefully curate their public image, even going so far as to request the removal of unflattering photos. It underscores the power that celebrities and public figures can wield over media coverage, raising questions about transparency and the public's right to information.
