Meghan Markle has become a punchline in Hollywood, referenced in the new show The Five Star Weekend. In episode two, Chloë Sevigny's character Tatum jokes about the Duchess of Sussex while discussing their friend Hollis, played by Jennifer Garner, who refuses to open up about her late husband. Tatum says: "Does anyone know what the f**k we're actually doing here? Are we just supposed to Meghan Markle cosplay all weekend?"
Meghan-Coded Aesthetic
The show's affluent setting feels reminiscent of Netflix's With Love, Meghan, with Hollis focusing on decorative itineraries, gift baskets, elegant tablescapes, and baking blackberry galette. Her quiet luxury aesthetic, lavish beachfront home in Cape Cod, and focus on foodfluencing are described as Meghan-coded, and the parallels are intentional based on the dialogue.
Dwindling Influence
The line suggests Hollis prefers superficial things over dealing with reality, a comparison that does not reflect well on Meghan. In recent months, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reportedly lost their way in the US, with fizzling friendships with A-listers like Oprah Winfrey, departure from Spotify, and allegedly dwindling As Ever sales. Netflix also confirmed it would no longer provide financial backing to Meghan's brand As Ever, and With Love, Meghan was not renewed for a third season, though it received a Daytime Emmy nomination. Netflix's failure to include the show in its Emmy-nominated edit was perceived as a snub.
The Five Star Weekend is available to stream on Sky and NOW.
