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Meghan Markle’s new series on Netflix With love, Megan She announced that it had been postponed due to the ongoing wildfire crisis in California.
The US state was hit by wildfires last week, which California Governor Gavin Newsom described as the worst natural disaster in the country’s history “in terms of size and scope.”
The fires destroyed more than 12,000 homes, more than 150,000 people were evacuated from their homes, and at least 16 people were confirmed dead.
As a result of the fires, a number of cultural events scheduled to be held in the area have been postponed, including the announcement of this year’s Academy Award nominations.
The Netflix series Megan is a cooking show that follows the first series Suits The Actor’s Life in Montecito, California, was scheduled to debut on the streaming service on January 15.
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However, Netflix has now announced this With love, Megan It will be released on March 4 due to allergy reasons.
“I am grateful to my partners at Netflix for their support in delaying the launch, as we focus on the needs of those affected by the wildfires in my home state of California,” Meghan said in a statement.
Last week, Meghan and Prince Harry were seen personally participating in volunteer efforts in the wake of the bushfires.
On Friday (January 10), the Sussexes visited an evacuation site in Pasadena, California, where the charity World Central Kitchen was distributing food and supplies to victims of the Eaton Fire.
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According to a report in the people Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, also donated money to relief efforts through their charity, the Archewell Foundation.
Among the areas most affected by the disaster was the Pacific Palisades area, where many celebrities live. Many celebrities, including Paris Hilton and When Harry Met Sally star Billy Crystal, lost their homes in the fires.
Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo claimed the royal couple, who volunteered anonymously, “lifted the morale of first responders” during their visit.
“It’s great people, great personalities, great hearts to come here and meet the first responders, meet the people affected,” the politician said. He said Fox News.
Last Thursday, Harry and Meghan issued a statement regarding the fires on their official website.
It read: “In the past few days, Southern California wildfires have torn through neighborhoods, destroying families, homes, schools, medical care centers and more – impacting tens of thousands from all walks of life. A state of emergency has been declared.”
“If a friend, loved one or pet has had to evacuate and you are able to provide them with safe haven in your home, please do so,” added the statement, which cited a number of charities and organizations providing assistance during the fires. statement. “And be sure to check in with any disabled or elderly neighbors to see if they need help evacuating.”