Meghan Markle, a woman who once appeared to have it all—fame, fortune, and a royal marriage—seems to be lacking one key element: the friendship of her former Suits co-stars.
In what could be seen as a bold but ill-conceived move, Markle recently reached out to reconnect with her former colleagues, just as they were launching their new podcast, Sidebar. Back in 2018, whispers began to circulate about Markle's growing ego as she prepared for her highly publicized fairy-tale wedding to Prince Harry. Her demeanor reportedly shifted from that of a team player to someone basking in the spotlight, leading to rumors that her behavior became so unbearable, producers allegedly considered writing her off the show.
Fast forward nearly a decade, and it appears that Meghan is attempting to rekindle the camaraderie she once shared with her Suits castmates. However, rather than opting for a personal and heartfelt reunion, Markle's approach has been more like a public relations move. Her method of reaching out, which some have described as akin to sending a press release, seems to have fallen flat. Her former co-stars, notably, have shown little interest in reviving their past relationships with her. This was made glaringly evident during a recent Golden Globes red carpet event when Markle’s ex-colleagues were caught off guard by questions about her.
They awkwardly revealed that they didn’t even have her phone number, which is akin to being left out of a high school group chat. The uncomfortable exchange exposed the deep chasm that now exists between Markle and her former Suits castmates, publicly highlighting feelings of resentment and estrangement toward her perceived arrogance. Once cherished memories of their time together seem to have been overshadowed by the glare of Meghan’s rising fame.
As her former co-stars, Patrick J. Adams and Sarah Rafferty, launched their new podcast Sidebar, the contrast between Markle’s past and present came into sharper focus. While they reminisced and shared nostalgic stories of their time on Suits, Markle’s attempts to join the conversation appeared more like a desperate plea for relevance. Her own podcast deal, which had initially been hailed as a major success, fizzled out after just 13 episodes. Despite having the resources to sustain it, Markle's podcast venture failed to gain traction. Meanwhile, her ex-colleagues have thrived, and her attempts to reconnect seem like a clumsy effort to join a reunion she’s no longer a part of.
But it’s not just about the podcast. The stark contrast between the continued success of Markle’s former co-stars and her own faltering career is hard to ignore. As the Suits crew embarks on new ventures, Markle’s floundering attempts to stay relevant seem more comical than sincere. Patrick J. Adams, the lead actor on Suits, recently admitted that he and Markle are no longer in contact. When fans asked about their post-Suits relationship, Adams dropped the truth: they’re not exactly sending each other Christmas cards. After hearing about Adams and Rafferty’s podcast, Markle couldn’t resist reaching out with a supportive text wishing them luck. While it may have seemed sweet, the gesture was widely perceived as a last-ditch effort to regain favor with her old friends.
Then there’s Sarah Rafferty, who, when asked about the possibility of Markle appearing as a guest on the podcast, diplomatically replied that “everyone is invited”—but conspicuously left out Markle’s name. It’s like throwing a party but conveniently forgetting to send an invitation to the one person who might cause a scene. The glaring omission raised the question: if Markle were invited, would she show up with a list of diva-like demands, or would she simply ghost them, fearing yet another public embarrassment?
In the end, Markle’s attempts to reconnect with her former Suits co-stars seem more laughable than heartfelt. It’s a stark reminder that while she may have traded her acting career for a royal life, the ties that once bound her to her past have become more frayed than ever. As the Suits cast continues to thrive, Markle’s efforts to join in on their success come across as a clumsy and desperate attempt to rejoin a party she’s no longer invited to.
