Harry and Meghan End Spotify Podcast Deal

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle confirm the conclusion of their lucrative podcast deal with Spotify

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The couple signed a multi-million dollar partnership in December 2020 to produce and host podcasts on the platform

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Despite the long-term agreement, they only released one podcast episode in the first year, featuring their son Archie and celebrity guests

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Meghan's podcast series "Originals" debuted in August 2022, exploring female stereotypes and the challenges faced by women

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In a joint statement, Harry and Meghan announce their decision to part ways with Spotify but express pride in the series they created

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Archewell, their production company, confirms that Meghan will continue creating content for a new platform

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Their podcast "Archetypes" received critical acclaim, winning Best Podcast at the People's Choice Awards and earning Meghan the Entertainment Podcast Host prize at the Gracie Awards

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Prior to the Spotify deal, Harry and Meghan also partnered with Netflix, releasing documentaries on their relationship and profiling inspiring individuals in the "Live To Lead" series

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The conclusion of the Spotify deal raises questions about the couple's future podcasting endeavors and their evolving media ventures

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