Meghan Markle Reportedly Turned Down An Appearance On Suits LA Before Its Cancellation, And A Source Drops Claims On Alleged Bad Blood

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Many people were taken aback when Suits gained such popularity on Netflix. This unexpected success revitalized interest in the nine-season legal drama featuring Meghan Markle, Patrick J. Adams, Gina Torres among others. Interestingly, it also sparked a spinoff titled Suits LA, which debuted in February 2025 on the TV schedule but unfortunately ended after only one season. It has been reported that if Meghan Markle had accepted a guest appearance, she might have prevented its cancellation.

In seven seasons of the original “Suits,” Meghan Markle played Rachel Zane, but she was absent from “Suits LA” before its 2025 cancellation, leaving fans hoping for a Prince Harry-on-set moment disappointed. There are rumors of tension, as sources suggest that the cast and crew of the spinoff felt let down by Meghan Markle, who allegedly declined to support the show after her departure. An insider stated:

Meghan Markle’s current status wouldn’t be what it is without producer Aaron Korsh initially casting her in the original show. It was somewhat presumptuous and unfortunate for her to completely disassociate herself from the franchise that provided such a significant boost to her career. The cast seems quite disheartened at this moment, as they believe that if Meghan had shown some support, it would have greatly improved the perception, even if only slightly. However, it appears she had other plans in mind instead.

It had been speculated that she could make an appearance in the spinoff, and there was definitely anticipation. Aaron Korsh, who created both Suits and Suits LA, mentioned that the possibility existed for Meghan Markle to have a guest role, potentially as Rachel or even portraying herself.

A confidential source claims that with the show not performing well in ratings, those in charge of Suits were trying to persuade the duchess to make an appearance, much like her co-star Gabriel Macht had done. However, Macht’s return as Harvey Specter for a three-episode stint didn’t seem to boost the ratings as much as another guest spot probably would have. The source added:

The biggest get for the producers is obviously Meghan Markle.

It’s apparent that event didn’t occur, and furthermore, the source claimed that Meghan Markle may have potentially prevented the cancellation of Suits LA. Additionally, helping out her former acquaintances could have proven advantageous for her in the future, according to their account.

As a devoted movie enthusiast, I find myself pondering if there was ever a rendition of this spinoff that might have captivated Meghan. Given her current approach to television projects, she prefers to be the leading lady and producer in any series she takes on. However, this unyielding stance suggests that Meghan may not yet grasp the intricacies of the TV industry – for instance, lending a helping hand to an old associate during a crisis can only foster goodwill in the future.

In times when finances can be tight, as the Sussexes apparently experienced by needing to reduce their staff, having a favor owed could provide some relief. If the sources’ claims about Meghan Markle are correct, it would have been beneficial for her in such circumstances.

It appears that acting doesn’t seem to figure into her current plans, as she’s more engrossed in growing her lifestyle brand. However, you can still catch glimpses of the Duchess on your screen by streaming “With Love, Meghan” (or previously “Suits“) with a Netflix subscription. Both “Suits” and its spin-off “Suits LA” can also be streamed using a Peacock subscription.

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2025-07-07 21:40