Meghan announces return to hosting duties but future of her show remains up in the air

The Duchess of Sussex will return to Netflix next month for what could be her final time hosting her much-criticised cooking and lifestyle show.

With Love, Meghan is coming back for a Christmas-themed special which will premiere on December 3.

It follows two seasons of the show, as questions remain over the fate of a third.

Meghan shared an update on her Instagram page announcing the news, days after she and Prince Harry appeared at the Baby2Baby Gala in West Hollywood on November 8.

Wearing a green dress and putting the finishing touches on her festive table, the duchess announced: "Embrace traditions and make new ones this holiday season.

"With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration arrives December 3rd on Netflix."

Described as "a magical holiday celebration" this Christmas-themed episode of With Love, Meghan will likely be lapped up by those who love a traditional and over-the-top American festive feast.

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"Together, friends and family deck the halls, create holiday feasts, craft heartfelt gifts, and share lots of laughs – with simple how-tos to follow at home," Netflix said previously.

"It's a holiday wonder with warmth, tradition, and a generous dose of joy."

The festive edition was first announced by the streaming platform in August, following two regular seasons.

However, there's been no confirmation of a third series.

When asked on stage in Washington D.C. recently about whether there would be a third, Meghan refused to directly answer.

Instead, she pointed to the Christmas special, promising "it's a really good one".

With Love, Meghan has been widely panned by critics since its debut in March.

The duchess said her and Prince Harry's renewed contract with Netflix – a watered-down version of their original known as a "first look" arrangement – was "exciting".

"It gives us flexibility to go to our partners first," Meghan said.

"And then at the same time be able to shop content that might not be the right fit for Netflix but has a home somewhere else."

Two weeks ago, the duchess launched a range of new 'holiday' themed products through her lifestyle brand, As ever.

Fourteen products are part of the collection with Meghan telling her followers "gathering is the greatest gift of all".

A $97 scented candle – No. 0519 – was inspired by "the ease and joy of a day that holds Meghan's most cherished memories – her wedding day".

Other new additions to the holiday collection include a spiced cider mulling spice kit and hot toddy mulling spice kit (both $25), sage-flavoured honey ($49), and a three-pack of 'signature fruit spread' in a gift box for $64.

A new sparkling wine has also been released.

The Duchess of Sussex is also returning to acting for the first time since marrying Prince Harry in 2018.

Meghan is making a cameo as herself in the film Close Personal Friends alongside Lily Collins, Jack Quaid and Brie Larson.

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