‘Great British Bake Off’ star Prue Leith refuses to watch Meghan Markle’s Netflix cooking show: ‘Not a fan’

New York Post - Mar 14th, 2025
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Dame Prue Leith, famed judge of 'The Great British Bake Off', publicly criticized Meghan Markle's new Netflix cooking show 'With Love, Meghan' on 'Good Morning Britain'. Leith, promoting her own series 'Prue Leith’s Cotswold Kitchen', expressed her disinterest in Markle's show and disdain for the Duchess's approach to lifestyle branding. Leith's comments echo widespread viewer criticism of Markle's culinary skills, with some viewers mocking her cooking attempts and drawing unfavorable comparisons to established personalities like Martha Stewart and Rachael Ray. The backlash has been intense, with celebrity chef Jameson Stocks even receiving death threats for his critique of Markle's series.

Despite the polarized reception, 'With Love, Meghan' has been renewed for a second season, showcasing Markle's resilience in the face of criticism. The show features appearances by celebrities such as Mindy Kaling and chef Roy Choi. Markle is also expanding her media ventures with a new podcast, 'Confessions of a Female Founder', following the non-renewal of her previous Spotify podcast 'Archetypes'. This situation highlights the challenges public figures face in maintaining authenticity while engaging with their audience, as well as the intense scrutiny they endure in the public sphere.

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RATING

5.8
Moderately Fair
Read with skepticism

The article provides an engaging look at the public and media reaction to Meghan Markle's new Netflix cooking show, focusing on criticism and backlash. It effectively captures reader interest by discussing a high-profile celebrity and her media ventures. However, the article's quality is somewhat diminished by a lack of balance, as it predominantly highlights negative perspectives without offering counterpoints or positive reviews. The absence of clear source attribution and transparency further weakens its credibility and reliability. While the article is timely and relevant, addressing topics of public interest, it could benefit from more diverse perspectives and in-depth analysis to enhance its impact and engagement. Overall, the story is accessible and clear but could improve in accuracy, source quality, and balance to provide a more comprehensive and nuanced view of the situation.

RATING DETAILS

7
Accuracy

The story accurately reports Prue Leith's comments about not being a fan of Meghan Markle and her disinterest in watching Markle's Netflix show. However, the article lacks direct quotes from Leith's appearance on 'Good Morning Britain' to verify the context and tone of her statements. The story also claims that Markle's show received mixed reviews and mentions backlash, including death threats to critics, which requires further verification from multiple sources to confirm the severity and truthfulness of these claims. Additionally, the renewal of Markle's show for a second season and the details of her new podcast are factual claims that should be supported by official announcements or statements from involved parties like Netflix and Lemonada Media.

6
Balance

The article predominantly presents a critical view of Meghan Markle's show, highlighting negative comments and backlash. While it includes some context about Markle's new projects, it fails to provide a balanced perspective by not including any positive reviews or comments from supporters of her work. The story could benefit from a more diverse range of opinions, including those who appreciate Markle's efforts, to present a more balanced view. This lack of balance might lead readers to perceive a bias against Markle, as the article focuses heavily on criticism without offering counterpoints.

7
Clarity

The article is generally clear in its language and structure, making it easy for readers to follow the main points. It effectively conveys Prue Leith's disinterest in Meghan Markle's show and the subsequent public reaction. However, the article could benefit from a more structured presentation of information, such as separating Leith's comments from the public's reaction and providing clear transitions between different sections. The tone is neutral, but the focus on negative aspects might skew readers' perception without explicit intent.

5
Source quality

The article does not specify the sources of its information, such as where the viewer comments or the backlash details were obtained. It mentions Prue Leith's comments on 'Good Morning Britain,' but does not provide a direct source or quote from the show. The lack of clear attribution to reliable sources weakens the credibility of the claims made, particularly regarding the public's reaction and the renewal of Markle's show. For improved source quality, the article should include citations from credible media outlets or official statements from involved parties.

4
Transparency

The article lacks transparency in terms of disclosing the sources of its information and the methodology used to gather viewer opinions and backlash details. It does not explain how the public reaction was assessed or provide context for the criticism against Markle's show. Additionally, the article does not reveal any potential conflicts of interest or biases that might affect the reporting. Greater transparency could be achieved by clearly stating the sources of information and providing context for the criticisms and praise mentioned.

Sources

  1. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2025/03/14/prue-leith-with-love-meghan-markle-series-duchess-of-sussex/
  2. https://www.standard.co.uk/showbiz/prue-leith-meghan-markle-with-love-meghan-b1216783.html