In a shocking turn of events, it seems that money can’t buy everything, especially not an Emmy Award.

According to a source close to Clayton Davis, he rejected Meghan Markle’s attempt to bribe him with a staggering $2 million in order to secure an Emmy Award for her documentary, “Harry and Meghan.”

It appears that the prestigious award cannot be swayed by financial incentives, leaving Meghan’s hopes dashed and her name absent from the list of Emmy winners.

The 2023 Primetime Emmys, set to take place in September, mark the 75th edition of this illustrious ceremony.

What initially began as a modest event with only five awards at the Hollywood Athletic Club has since transformed into television’s grandest night, celebrating excellence across the industry.

With the rise of Peak TV and nearly 600 original scripted series, the Academy now acknowledges artists, artisans, craftspeople, and storytellers in almost 120 categories.

Last year, shows like “Succession” and “Ted Lasso” claimed the top honors, but who will reign supreme this time?

Despite Meghan’s efforts, it seems unlikely that her Netflix docuseries will make the cut.

According to journalist Neil Sean, Meghan instructed the director of her documentary, Liz Garbus, to submit it to various award shows, including the Golden Globes, Emmys, and Oscars.

Titled “Harry and Meghan,” the documentary offers a fresh perspective on their globally discussed love story.

However, the competition in the documentary series category is fierce, with renowned non-fiction filmmakers like Liz Garbus and R.J. Cutler vying for recognition with their projects “Harry and Meghan” and “Murph the Smurf,” respectively.

While Liz Garbus and R.J. Cutler have made their mark, it’s American Movie director Chris Smith who stands out with the second season of the HBO series “100 Foot Wave.”

The debut season of this gripping show, which follows world-class surfers conquering extreme waves in Portugal, earned an Emmy nomination alongside highly acclaimed projects like Peter Jackson’s “The Beatles Get Back” and the long-awaited Kanye West documentary “Genius.”

With the release of its second season this spring, “100 Foot Wave” may finally have its moment in the spotlight.

In addition to these contenders, other networks and filmmakers that typically fly under the Emmys radar have also produced noteworthy documentaries.

Hulu’s collaboration with The New York Times, “The 1619 Project,” received high praise from audiences in February.

Meanwhile, Paul T. Goldman’s “Gonzo” docuseries on Peacock, which revolves around a man trying to portray himself in a film based on his own book, has attracted a fresh audience to the NBCUniversal-owned streaming service.

PBS and National Geographic, considered the pioneers of this category, also present strong contenders with “The U.S. and The Holocaust” and “Secrets of the Elephants,” respectively.

These creators have previously secured wins in this category, and there are undoubtedly more series, such as Netflix’s “Shimp Empire,” yet to premiere and captivate viewers before the Emmys eligibility window closes at the end of May.

While Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s groundbreaking interview with Oprah Winfrey received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will not be able to attend the award ceremony.

This year, Meghan’s Hollywood ambitions seem to be in ruins once again, as it becomes increasingly clear that talent is an essential factor in the entertainment industry.

As of now, the award show is scheduled for Monday, September 18, 2023.

However, the sister show, the Daytime Emmys, has been indefinitely postponed due to the ongoing WGA writer’s strike.