In the ongoing saga of the royal world, Meghan Markle finds herself seemingly sidelined as the much-anticipated spin-off of "Suits" gears up for its debut in the heart of Los Angeles.
Five years post her departure from the captivating US legal drama, fervent fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere of the new series, "Suits LA." This fresh venture was officially unveiled earlier this year, capitalizing on the renewed interest in the original show, especially following its addition to Netflix's global catalog in June 2023. While Netflix has remained tight-lipped about specific viewership figures, the resurgence of the show on the platform appears more than coincidental.
The original "Suits," starring Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle, captivated audiences with its gripping storyline. However, it's intriguing that Gabriel Macht, another prominent figure in the series, wasn't mentioned. The show centered around Mike Ross, portrayed by Adams, navigating the legal world despite lacking a law degree. While the original series was set in the bustling streets of New York, the new spin-off, as the title suggests, unfolds in the glamorous city of Los Angeles, close to Meghan Markle's real-life residence.
The absence of Meghan Markle's mention in the cast lineup has raised eyebrows among fans who speculated she might have a role in the new series. Whenever there's buzz around Meghan, speculations about a brand deal or a role start swirling, and now the "Suits" spin-off has joined that ever-growing list. The plot of the new series follows Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor from New York who has rebranded himself as a lawyer representing influential clients in Los Angeles. With his firm facing a crisis, Ted must adapt to a new role to stay afloat as his personal and professional worlds collide with those of his colleagues, promising an exciting storyline for viewers.
The cast, headed by Arrow's Steven Amell in the title role, along with Josh McDermitt from "The Walking Dead" and Luke Scott Davis, has already generated significant buzz. Despite the anticipation surrounding Meghan's potential involvement, she's notably absent from the cast list. While there's been no official confirmation regarding Meghan's return to the show, her former co-star Patrick Adams hinted at the possibility of both their characters making a comeback during this year's Golden Globes.
"Sure, Mike and Rachel in Seattle, they got to come down to Los Angeles, they've got to fix some stuff," he teased about a potential plotline. "She's pretty popular right now," he added, referring to his royal co-star. Adams later confirmed that he and several of his co-stars would be more than willing to make an appearance if called upon. "If you got the phone call, if I got the phone call, I'm ready to suit up," he expressed. "I love the show, I love the character, and I loved working with all these people," he joked about Meghan's royal status.
The speculation around Meghan's potential return to acting intensifies amid recent claims by Royal commentator Tom Quinn, suggesting that the Duchess would face significant challenges if she decided to return to the entertainment industry. According to Quinn, Harry and Meghan have discussed the possibility of Meghan returning to acting if their commercial ventures fail, but the landscape has changed since Meghan's last acting stint, which might make a comeback very challenging.
