Meghan Markle found herself in a whirlwind of emotions when she caught wind that the iconic character Rachel Zane wouldn't be making a return in the highly-anticipated reboot of "Suits" that's been making headlines.
We all remember Markle's stellar portrayal of Zane before her royal duties took center stage. Now, with the show's creator, Aaron Kch, steering the wheel towards a spin-off titled "Suits LA," featuring a fresh ensemble cast, Markle was left out of the casting mix. Surprising, isn't it? Despite murmurs of her grand comeback to acting, Kch didn't even extend an invitation her way.
Rachel Harris, a close friend, directly inquired about Markle's involvement, only to be met with a resounding no from Kch himself. It seems Kch is keen on establishing "Suits LA" as its own entity, distinct from Markle's past stardom.
However, let's delve deeper into the shade being thrown here. Rachel's character was undeniably one of the show's highlights, so it's quite shady that Kch is essentially wiping her slate clean from the narrative. This move aligns with a pattern where Markle seems to be distanced from former colleagues, like Patrick J. Adams, who played her love interest on "Suits."
Recently, Adams confessed they've lost touch, and he's hesitant to reconnect. It's as if Markle has gracefully moved on to her regal life, leaving behind the ladder she once climbed, including former co-stars like Gina Torres, who portrayed Jessica Pearson. Despite attending Markle's royal wedding, Torres hinted at a growing distance between them later on.
Gina Torres, one of Markle's former co-stars from "Suits," shed some light on their relationship during a recent interview at the Golden Globes. Torres, along with other cast members, discussed their buzzing group chat ahead of the event, revealing a dynamic of camaraderie still alive among them. However, when asked about Markle's involvement, Torres hinted at a disconnect, implying they're not in direct contact anymore.
Furthermore, Gabriel Macht and Patrick J. Adams, two other prominent figures from "Suits," spoke about their current relationship with Markle. While Macht acknowledged her support for the show's resurgence, Adams confessed to no communication whatsoever. As the wheels of the "Suits" spin-off are set in motion for production to begin in Vancouver, Canada, it's evident that Markle's absence from the narrative is a deliberate move by the creators.
Moving on to the cast of "Suits LA," Arrow Steven AEL takes the lead as Ted Black, a former New York Federal prosecutor turned charismatic force of nature. Black, who prioritizes his own needs above all, navigates a crisis within his Los Angeles law firm, which he co-founded with his friend Stuart Lane fifteen years ago. As production gears up for the spin-off, it's clear that Markle's legacy on "Suits" will remain a fond memory while the show charts a new course with its fresh ensemble cast.
