Meghan Markle has reportedly reached out to her former Suits co-star, Patrick J. Adams, with a specific purpose in mind—securing a spot on his new rewatch podcast.
According to People magazine, Adams, who played Mike Ross in the hit legal drama, revealed that while he and Markle have not stayed in close contact over the years, she recently sent him a text offering her assistance with his latest project. The two shared significant on-screen chemistry in Suits, where Adams played Mike Ross, and Markle portrayed Rachel Zane, his love interest.
Since the show ended, however, Markle's life has taken a dramatically different turn. She transitioned from Hollywood actress to British royalty, leaving behind her acting career for a royal title after marrying Prince Harry.
With Markle now navigating a vastly different life than her former co-stars, it seemed unlikely she would return to her entertainment roots. Yet, her recent text message to Adams hints at a possible shift. Adams candidly shared that they no longer keep in touch due to their drastically different lifestyles. However, with Suits experiencing a surge in popularity on Netflix, Adams and co-star Sarah Rafferty have launched a rewatch podcast called Sidebar: A Suits Rewatch Podcast. This new project apparently piqued Markle’s interest, prompting her to reach out and express her excitement. Adams mentioned that Markle sent a "lovely text" expressing her happiness for him and offering to help in any way she could. He appreciated the gesture, noting it was nice to feel that kind of support and friendship after so many years.
However, Markle’s sudden interest in the show has sparked curiosity. Her post-royalty career has not been as smooth as many expected. Major projects with Netflix and Spotify have struggled, leading to speculation about her next steps. For instance, her Spotify podcast Archetypes was recently dropped due to low engagement and underwhelming reviews. Additionally, Markle’s business venture, American Riviera Orchards, faced a setback when a trademark application was rejected by the U.S. Patent Office. With no significant new projects announced, some wonder if Markle is finding it difficult to establish her footing outside of royal life.
Given these circumstances, it’s not entirely surprising that Markle may be looking to reconnect with her former Suits colleagues as the show enjoys renewed popularity. Over the summer, Suits broke streaming records on Netflix, and the nostalgia surrounding the series has grown. Fans have speculated whether Markle is hoping to capitalize on this resurgence. Notably, several of her former castmates, including Gabriel Macht and Gina Torres, have reunited at various industry events, such as the Golden Globes, where they appeared on stage together as presenters. Markle, however, was absent, and according to Macht and Torres, she is not part of their group chats. Since her marriage to Prince Harry, she has largely kept her distance from her old co-stars.
For someone who once held the prestigious title of Duchess of Sussex, Markle’s recent moves represent a curious twist. Some may view this as a "fall from grace," with the former actress and royal seemingly returning to the very world she left behind in 2018. Her departure from Suits marked the beginning of what many assumed would be an opulent, royal chapter in her life. However, with her current ventures stalling, it appears that Markle may be inching back toward the familiar people and projects she once left behind.
So, is Meghan Markle simply rekindling old friendships, or is this a strategic attempt to regain relevance? With no major new projects on the horizon and her forays into podcasting and entrepreneurship faltering, her renewed interest in Suits seems almost too convenient. Perhaps Markle hopes that a touch of her former castmates’ success will rub off on her as she navigates the next phase of her life outside of royalty.
