Prince Harry is reportedly keen for his wife, Meghan Markle, to return to acting and achieve Hollywood stardom, according to In Touch Weekly.
Prince Harry is actively pursuing opportunities for Meghan, convinced she has the potential to reach A-list status in the entertainment industry. The couple recently celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary with a dinner at Lucky's Steakhouse in Montecito, California, accompanied by friends from the entertainment industry. This event underscores Harry's continuous efforts to introduce Meghan to influential Hollywood figures.
Sources within Harry and Meghan's circle revealed that Harry would love for her to get back into acting. He believes it's unfortunate that she's not a superstar like A-listers Jennifer Aniston and Julia Roberts and is pulling as many strings as he can to change that. This suggests that Harry is deeply invested in seeing Meghan's career flourish in the entertainment world.
However, the source also noted that Meghan may not share the same enthusiasm for a return to acting. They explained that it's all a bit cringe for the Duchess of Sussex. After marrying Harry, she always envisioned her life being more aristocratic versus dealing with the day-to-day grind of Hollywood. Harry believes that Meghan's return to acting could turn the tide for them. He thinks it would be so cool for Meghan to get back on screen and take her acting abilities to the next level, according to the source.
Meghan has different ideas and isn't exactly thrilled that Harry's been trying to push her on studio big shots. It's a little embarrassing, says the source. She's focused on philanthropic work and the launch of a new lifestyle line, American Riviera Orchard. Meghan is more motivated by the type of service and activism that Princess Diana was synonymous with, says the source. She's flattered that Harry's so keen, but she's more focused on other things now.
It's unfortunate that Harry is trying to secure work for Meghan as there appears to be little interest in her talent. Meghan has faced criticism for her acting abilities and perceived lack of work ethic. Despite never achieving Hollywood stardom, her career was centered in Toronto with "Suits," a minor show on a minor cable channel. Approaching 43, she's likely aged out of most acting roles aside from minor characters. Though Harry managed to get her a voiceover role with Disney for an elephant documentary, she was widely criticized and eventually replaced by another actress. Additionally, her podcast failed, with many calling her out for lacking talent.
Harry and Meghan quit royal duties in 2020 to pursue fame and fortune in Meghan's old Hollywood circles. However, sources reveal that as they grapple with the fallout from the split with Harry's royal family, they've been shunned by the showbiz elite and have found themselves relegated to C-list status. It's hitting home hard that the old-school types aren't willing to let them into their circles. Hangouts with the likes of Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks aren't on the cards in the same way, and they've been blanked by Beyoncé and A-listers like Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, and Brad Pitt.
Meghan Markle and Harry may soon face another setback as Netflix is reportedly losing interest in the couple. According to royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams, the Sussexes signed a £100 million deal with Netflix after stepping down as working royals. They produced a series, "Harry & Meghan," and another on the Invictus Games. However, their commitment has been questioned, fueling speculation that the contract might be terminated. Fitzwilliams noted their upcoming projects, including Meghan's cookery show and Harry's polo documentary, might be insufficient to maintain Netflix's interest. Without the contract, the couple could face financial difficulties.
