Meghan Markle and Prince Harry attended the Beef Season Two Tastemaker event in Montecito, California, according to multiple reports. Meghan wore a chartreuse-toned Heidi Merrick dress to the event, while Carey Mulligan wore a bold green floor-length gown, creating striking similarities that drew comparisons. At the event, Meghan held hands with Nicole Avant and wrapped her in a tight hug, and both she and Prince Harry were photographed with Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos and his wife Nicole Avant. This appearance came as their business relationship with Netflix was ending, adding a layer of significance to the public display.
Fashion comparisons and dress code interpretations became a point of discussion among observers. Many other guests at the event stuck to a monochrome black and white dress code, according to multiple reports, leading some fans to question whether Meghan had disregarded an implied dress code by wearing the same color as Carey Mulligan. However, PageSix reports there was no formal dress code in place for the event, suggesting the similarity might have been coincidental rather than intentional.
Meghan's exaggerated, displayed attachment rituals here look aimed at showing there is no 'beef' between her and Netflix.
Body language expert Judi James analyzed Meghan's interactions at the event, offering insights into the dynamics between the parties. According to Daily Mail - Home, Judi James described Meghan's exaggerated, displayed attachment rituals as looking aimed at showing there is no 'beef' between her and Netflix. The expert also noted that the way the Sarandoses continued their couples posing in lineup photos made it appear almost as though Meghan was photobombing their pose.
The event occurred against the backdrop of significant changes in Meghan and Harry's professional relationship with Netflix. Ted Sarandos unfollowed Meghan Markle's personal account and her lifestyle company As Ever on Instagram, according to multiple reports. A spokesperson for Meghan Markle said her lifestyle brand As Ever was ready to stand on its own after its partnership with Netflix ended, indicating a shift toward independence.
The way the Sarandoses continue their 'couples' posing in the lineup makes it look almost as though Meghan is photo-bombing their pose.
Official statements from both As Ever and Netflix provided formal acknowledgment of the partnership's conclusion while maintaining a positive tone. A spokesperson for As Ever said the brand is grateful for Netflix’s partnership through launch and its first year, has experienced meaningful and rapid growth, and is now ready to stand on its own with an exciting year ahead. Netflix’s statement said Meghan’s passion inspired the creation of the As Ever brand, and they are glad to have played a role in bringing that vision to life, with Meghan continuing to grow the brand independently as intended.
Performance metrics for Meghan's Netflix show revealed challenges in viewership. According to major media reports, Meghan Markle's Netflix show failed to crack the top 1,000 most-watched programmes on the platform between July and December 2025, suggesting limited audience reach during that period.
As a gesture, it could give the impression of someone needily seeking extra support with camera-shyness, although that could hardly be the case for Meghan.
Several unknowns persist regarding the event and the broader relationship dynamics. Whether Meghan Markle intentionally wore a similar color dress to Carey Mulligan or if it was a coincidence remains unclear, as does the current status of the relationship between Meghan Markle and Netflix or Ted Sarandos beyond the ended partnership and Instagram unfollowing. The specific reasons why Netflix ended its partnership with Meghan Markle's As Ever brand have not been publicly detailed.
Additional uncertainties surround the authenticity and perceptions of the interactions at the event. Whether the exaggerated show of friendship noted by the body language expert reflects genuine affection or a strategic public display is not confirmed, and how other attendees at the event perceived the interaction between Meghan Markle and the Sarandoses remains unreported.
Meghan’s passion for elevating everyday moments in beautiful yet simple ways inspired the creation of the As ever brand, and we are glad to have played a role in bringing that vision to life. As it was always intended, Meghan will continue growing the brand and take it into its next chapter independently, and we look forward to celebrating how she continues to bring joy to households around the world.
The implications of this event extend to Meghan and Harry's Hollywood relationships and brand independence. Their appearance at a Netflix event amid a partnership dissolution suggests an effort to maintain public connections while navigating business separations. As they move forward independently with As Ever, their ability to cultivate relationships and sustain brand growth outside major partnerships will be closely watched.