Meghan Markle Offered Role in Suits Spinoff in Biggest TV Deal of the Year

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Meghan Markle in Talks for Dream Role

Meghan Markle has reportedly been offered a "dream role" in a spinoff series of the hit show Suits. Senior network executives have approached the Duchess with the opportunity to not only act in the series but also potentially direct an episode. The deal, if finalized, would be one of the biggest TV deals of the year.

Contract Talks and Production Schedule

According to insiders, there have been contract talks between Meghan Markle's agent and the studio giant NBCUniversal. Production is set to begin in March, with confirmation of Markle's involvement expected by February.

Suits' Popularity and Potential Revival

Suits saw a massive boost in popularity when it was added to Netflix in 2023, topping America's TV download chart for over three months. Rumors of Markle's return in the spinoff have been swirling, and her former co-star Patrick J. Adams expressed interest in having her back on the show. The spinoff, titled Suits: Los Angeles, is currently in production.

Hollywood Hopes and Collaboration Potential

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry recently attended the Bob Marley: One Love premiere in Jamaica, where they reportedly had conversations with Paramount Picture executives. Royal experts suggest that the couple is looking to revive Markle's acting career, and there may be a potential collaboration with Paramount in the works.

Challenges in the Entertainment Industry

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have faced challenges in their entertainment ventures. Markle's animated series Pearl was dropped by Netflix during the development stage, and she also lost her £18 million Spotify deal. Prince Harry's bombshell memoir Spare initially sold well but quickly lost popularity, and their Netflix documentary and series Heart of Invictus received mixed reviews. Their foundation, Archewell, also faced a drop in donations. However, the couple remains hopeful and continues to pursue their various ventures.