The director of Suits may have just added a new layer of intrigue to Meghan Markle's already complex narrative while promoting his memoir, Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches.
During an interview with Fox News Digital, the director reminisced about Meghan’s presence on the set. He described her as "quite beautiful and a good actor," a statement that felt like a polite Hollywood standard. Nevertheless, he emphasized her undeniable charisma, calling it a "sparkle"—a term often associated with her later royal journey. But then came the bombshell revelation: Meghan was engaged to another man at the time.
For years, speculation about Meghan’s pre-royal life has been a topic of interest, and this casual comment only added fuel to the fire. The individual she was allegedly engaged to is believed to be Canadian chef Cory Vitiello, Meghan’s boyfriend before Prince Harry entered the picture. The overlapping timelines between her relationships have long raised eyebrows, but the director’s anecdote offers a touch of Hollywood affirmation to these rumors.
Was Meghan simply biding her time with Vitiello until a more opportune match—complete with a royal title—came along? Trading a chef’s apron for a tiara certainly sounds like a plot straight out of a rom-com, but even Hollywood might hesitate to script something so bold.
The director went on to recall his first impression of Meghan, saying, "She’s going to quit acting." He even joked that her life seemed like it was destined for a miniseries. While his comment was likely lighthearted, critics have seized upon it as evidence of alleged opportunism, claiming Meghan prioritized connections and relationships over perfecting her craft.
During her time on Suits, Meghan’s screen time was reportedly limited, averaging just 70 to 90 seconds per episode—hardly enough to claim the spotlight. Still, headlines often portrayed her as one of the show’s central figures. Her steamy file room scenes, while memorable, drew mixed reactions, with some critics suggesting they were more calculated than artistic.
Meanwhile, the Suits universe is expanding with a spin-off series, Suits: LA, conveniently set in California. For Meghan, this could serve as a golden opportunity to return to acting—if she ever chooses to. However, she has not expressed serious interest in reviving her acting career. Some critics argue that her apparent disinterest may be less about personal choice and more about managing perceptions, suggesting it’s easier to claim disinterest than to admit the offers have dried up.
Patrick J. Adams, who played her on-screen love interest Mike Ross, has hinted at being open to a cameo in the spin-off. However, Meghan seems unlikely to join him. Former co-stars have commented on their lack of contact with her, with one even admitting they no longer have her phone number.
It seems Meghan left both her Suits castmates and acting career behind, much as she allegedly did with Vitiello. And now, with the director’s revelation, a new chapter of speculation unfolds: Was Meghan truly engaged before Harry? Did she use her relationships as stepping stones for fame? Was her passion for acting ever genuine?
