Overview

• On August 3, Pamela Anderson addressed the controversy on Watch What Happens Live, using the show’s rapid-fire format to dismiss copying accusations.
• Fans first raised allegations after noticing similar show titles and matching trailer aesthetics following Markle’s March Netflix debut.
• Pamela’s Cooking With Love showcases plant-based dishes with professional chefs on Anderson’s Vancouver Island estate, while With Love, Meghan focuses on hosting tips with celebrity guests at a California estate.
• Ratings highlight divergent receptions, with Anderson’s series earning a 9.8 IMDb score and Markle’s series scoring 3.2 while failing to enter Netflix’s Top 300 most-watched list.
• Industry commentary ranges from co-creator Jesse Fawcett calling any resemblance flattering, to royal expert Neil Sean’s insistence on frame-for-frame copying.