Bethenny Frankel's Harsh Reality Check for Meghan Markle and Kelly Clarkson
BETHENNY FRANKEL UNLEASHES HER TRUTH: A SCATHING TAKEDOWN OF CELEBRITIES WHO THINK THEY CAN HAVE IT ALL
In a shocking turn of events, reality TV queen Bethenny Frankel has come for the likes of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, Drew Barrymore, Kelly Clarkson, and Jimmy Kimmel. The outspoken mogul, who's built an empire worth millions through her savvy business moves, isn't holding back on her opinions about fellow celebrities who think they can effortlessly transition into the world of entertainment.
In a recent interview with Us Weekly, Frankel dished out some scathing comments about Markle and Harry's post-royal endeavors. According to Frankel, the power couple's many projects since leaving Buckingham Palace haven't quite "landed" as expected. "They didn’t want the fame, but they didn’t want to give up the lifestyle, because it’s expensive," she stated bluntly. "Now they’re living in Montecito, and it’s hard for things to land."
Frankel went on to say that Markle and Harry's decision to leave the royal family was motivated by a desire to maintain their luxurious lifestyle, but without actually wanting to put in the work to make it happen. "They wanted to do it in a timely manner because they realized there was a certain window of opportunity, so they made all these different deals," she explained. "And business is really hard."
Frankel's comments come on the heels of Markle and Harry's new Netflix deal, which has been described by some as a "huge downgrade" for the couple. According to experts, the new arrangement is a far cry from their original contract in 2020, which reportedly earned them $100 million.
"It's not like they're gradually uncoupling – it's a downgrade," said PR expert Mark Borkowski in an interview with The Scholarly Note. "Netflix are not going to expose themselves to those budgets again." Under the new deal, Netflix will have the option to pick and choose which projects they want to invest in, rather than committing to a set number of productions.
Frankel also took aim at talk show hosts like Clarkson, Barrymore, and Kimmel, suggesting that their traditional TV shows are now outdated. "People are like, “When are you going back on TV?” I’m like, “I am [on TV]. This is it. We’re watching the show right now," she said, referring to her massive following on TikTok and Instagram.
"I make as much money as they do sitting in my house, in my pajamas," Frankel boasted. "This is my talk show, my thing, and I get to be myself." And with a whopping 3.3 million followers on TikTok and over four million on Instagram, it's clear that Frankel's social media career is paying off big time.
In fact, the former reality star has been raking in the dough through her lucrative endorsement deals with brands like L'Oreal, Verizon, and Dunkin' Donuts. According to reports, Frankel made a staggering $3.2 million in 2023 alone as a full-time influencer, and that number skyrocketed to $7 million the following year.
Not to mention, Frankel's affiliate marketing site ShopMy is reportedly bringing her in an eye-watering $400,000 per month. It seems like the business mogul has finally found her true calling – and it's not on a traditional TV show.
As for Markle and Harry, experts say their new Netflix deal is a far cry from their original contract. "It's Netflix saying, 'Let's have a look at your content, but we'll pick and choose, mate,'" Borkowski explained. "They're not committing to the same level of investment as before."
In the end, Frankel's comments serve as a reminder that even in the world of entertainment, success isn't always easy – or lucrative. But for those who are willing to put in the hard work and take risks, the rewards can be truly astronomical.
**What do you think about Bethenny Frankel's scathing comments? Do you agree with her assessment of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's post-royal endeavors? Let us know in the comments!