By Royal Exposé Exclusive | January 4, 2026In yet another desperate bid for relevance, a wild and completely fabricated rumor has surfaced claiming Meghan Markle is set to make her directorial debut with a docudrama about Princess Diana’s tragic death—and even star as the People’s Princess herself, with a release slated for July 2027. But hold the crowns: this sensational story is nothing more than fan fiction gone viral, with zero evidence from credible sources. Royal experts and insiders are slamming it as “ghoulish opportunism” at best and “tasteless exploitation” at worst, highlighting Meghan’s ongoing pattern of invoking Diana’s legacy while conveniently ignoring the boundaries of good taste.As the Sussexes scramble to salvage their flagging Netflix deal amid underperforming projects, whispers of a real Diana-related film have emerged—but nothing matches this over-the-top hoax. Sources confirm Harry and Meghan are in early talks for a potential feature about his mother, but Meghan directing? Starring as Diana? A docudrama on the crash? Absolute nonsense, say those in the know.
The Bogus Claim: Directing Debut and Playing Diana Herself?The rumor exploded online, alleging Meghan would helm a “docudrama” focused on Diana’s fatal car crash on August 31, 1997, while portraying the iconic princess on screen. Set for a 2027 release to coincide with the 30th anniversary, it paints Meghan as both visionary director and lead actress—channeling Diana in what critics would surely call a vanity project of epic proportions.But let’s be clear: this is fake. No announcements from Archewell Productions, Netflix, or any reputable studio back it up. Recent reports from outlets like The Daily Beast and Rob Shuter’s Substack mention the couple developing a Diana “feature film” or documentary, with Meghan “positioning herself” to direct—but even those are unconfirmed gossip, and nowhere do they suggest her starring as Diana or fixating on the crash details.
Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield called similar past rumors “fake news,” and this one fits the bill perfectly. “Meghan invoking Diana again? It’s predictable,” Schofield has said of comparable stories. “But starring as her? That’s crossing into delusion.”Real Rumors vs. Reality: What’s Actually Happening?Credible whispers point to Harry and Meghan exploring a Diana project to revive their Netflix partnership, which has yielded mostly flops like Polo and With Love, Meghan. Insiders told Rob Shuter: “They’ve been meeting with writers, agents, and producers… Meghan is intensely hands-on and wants control.” Netflix reportedly sees a “Diana-shaped” blockbuster as the “crown jewel” to justify keeping the Sussexes on board.But experts warn even a legitimate project risks backlash.
Prince William is reportedly “sickened” by the idea of Harry—and by extension, Meghan—profiting off their mother’s memory, vowing to “do whatever it takes to stop them.” One source told Star magazine: “William doesn’t want her anywhere near his mother’s story… It’s nothing more than a shameless money grab.”Previous Diana rumors, like a 2025 documentary offer, were denied by Sussex sources. And Meghan’s actual ventures? Lifestyle expansions for As Ever, producing rom-coms like The Wedding Date, and executive producing fluff like Cookie Queens about Girl Scouts. No directing credits, no acting returns beyond a cameo playing herself.Why This Rumor is So Offensive—and TellingCritics argue the fake claim exemplifies Meghan’s alleged obsession with Diana’s aura.
From wearing her jewelry to mimicking outfits, Meghan has repeatedly drawn comparisons—often seen as calculated. But portraying Diana in a crash-focused docudrama? That would be “beyond insensitive,” says royal biographer Ingrid Seward. “Diana’s death traumatized her sons. Exploiting it for Meghan’s Hollywood comeback would be ghoulish.”Body language experts and commentators note Harry’s vulnerability post-Diana, suggesting Meghan capitalizes on it.
Past projects already skirt close: acquiring rights to Meet Me at the Lake, featuring a car-crash death, raised eyebrows.Even fans on social media are divided, with some calling the rumor “disrespectful” to Diana’s legacy. “Meghan as Diana? No one could fill those shoes—and she shouldn’t try,” one viral post read.The Sussexes’ Struggling Slate: Desperation Fueling Fiction?With Netflix projects bombing and their deal hanging by a “Diana thread,” per insiders, wild rumors like this thrive. Meghan’s lifestyle brand stumbles, podcast flops, and acting cameos (playing herself, naturally) haven’t reignited her star.
A real Diana film might boost views—but starring and directing? That’s fan delusion, not reality.As 2026 looms with more As Ever merch and rom-com producing, expect the Sussexes to distance themselves from this hoax. But the damage? Another layer of criticism for seemingly endless Diana invocations without substance.Royal watchers agree: Meghan’s “directorial debut” as Diana remains firmly in the realm of fiction—where it should stay.Sources include royal experts Kinsey Schofield, Ingrid Seward, reports from Daily Mail, The Daily Beast, Rob Shuter, and anonymous insiders.
Meghan is as much like Minnie Mouse ()who is more likeable) , For her to make a film on Diana is an insult to her memoir. A hooker, slut, cheats on her prince, has no stand in our lives.