Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have celebrated the opportunity to "put rumours to bed" after suffering through a "frustrating" silence.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex railed against what they described as "wild and inaccurate speculation" in recent weeks.
Their comments come as they announced a renewed deal with Netflix and a host of new projects with the US streaming giant.
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Speaking to GB News, a source close to the Sussexes said: "The couple are pretty thrilled with the deal. It’s been a long time in the planning."
Meghan and Prince Harry have shared their delight at being able to 'put rumours to bed'
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"They’re over the moon. It’s great to be able to continue making great programmes with Netflix," they continued.
The source explained having to remain tight lipped about the news, amid speculation the deal may not be continued, had caused the couple distress.
"It’s been frustrating we haven’t been able to say too much and put [the rumours] to bed during contract negotiations," the insider added.
"Some of the reporting shows you how much wild and inaccurate speculation there is around the Duke and Duchess."
The Duke and Duchess shared their 'frustrations' with having to remain silent amid speculation about their Netflix deal
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were also said to welcome to chance to put to right the apparent naysaying among elements of the press regarding their media ventures.
"Harry and Meghan are still box office despite what the British press might want to think, and prefer to promote a negative agenda," the source added.
"Netflix would not have renewed the deal if they thought The Duke and Duchess wouldn’t sell," the comments concluded.
On Monday, Netflix declared it would continue its "creative partnership" with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, through their production company Archewell, in a "multi-year, first look deal for film and television projects".
Netflix announced a new 'creative partnership' with Harry and Meghan
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Thrilled about the announcement, the Duchess said: "We're proud to extend our partnership with Netflix and expand our work together to include the As Ever brand.
"My husband and I feel inspired by our partners who work closely with us and our Archewell Productions team to create thoughtful content across genres that resonates globally, and celebrates our shared vision," she added.
Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, added: "Harry and Meghan are influential voices whose stories resonate with audiences everywhere.
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Meghan also shared she and Harry were 'proud' and 'inspired' to continue their work with Netflix
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"The response to their work speaks for itself — Harry & Meghan gave viewers an intimate look into their lives and quickly became one of our most-watched documentary series.
"More recently, fans have been inspired by With Love, Meghan, with products from the new As Ever line consistently selling out in record time. We’re excited to continue our partnership with Archewell Productions and to entertain our members together."
The streaming company will also advance their partnership with Meghan's lifestyle brand, As Ever, and extend the current product range.