Meghan Markle is back in the headlines, again. This time, it’s not about Netflix deals, podcasts, or even her non-profit organization. No, it’s about Suits. Yes, the very show that catapulted her from cable TV actress to royal status. The show’s creator, Aaron Korsh, recently revealed that Markle has an ‘open invitation’ to return.
But here’s the real kicker, while the red carpet might be metaphorically rolled out for her, the fan reaction is anything but warm and fuzzy. After all, the Duchess of Sussex left Suits faster than a paralegal running away from a corporate merger gone wrong. So, will she make a triumphant return, or will it be another PR misstep in the ever-growing collection? Let’s break it down.
The open invitation to join Suits: LA
Suits creator Aaron Korsh recently attended the premiere of Suits: LA, a spin-off series set to carry on the legacy of the original show. And because no one can mention Suits without also bringing up Meghan Markle, the inevitable question came up, “Could Rachel Zane make an appearance?” Korsh, ever the diplomatic creator, confirmed that Markle has an open invitation to return. He said to People,
So, look, to me, we have thought about whether it be Meghan or any of the other cast members coming on and playing themselves as an actor. I think for me that’s a little … My brain blows up at the thought of that. So I think it blows up the world too much. Obviously, if Meghan wants to come back under any circumstances, Meghan can come back.
Of course, that sounds nice and all, but let’s be honest, what else was he supposed to say? “No way, we’re done with her”? That would cause a media frenzy. Instead, he kept it classy and open-ended, while likely knowing the chances of her return are about as high as Louis Litt becoming a Zen master.
For one, Markle has spent years distancing herself from the show, preferring instead to focus on her post-royal endeavors. Plus, considering her current Hollywood standing, a return to Suits might feel like an admission that the post-palace glow-up didn’t go as planned. But hey, stranger things have happened, like Donna and Harvey taking nine seasons to get together.
Fan reactions to Meghan Markle’s potential cameo
Now, if Meghan Markle thought Suits fans would be overjoyed at the idea of Rachel Zane strutting back into the Pearson Specter Litt universe, she might want to reconsider. The response from fans has been a mix of skepticism, eye-rolls, and outright rejection.
But wait, the derangers said no one wants to work with her and shes irrelevant!! 😂😂🤣🤣
— CLTex84 (@CLTex84) February 21, 2025
Why she can’t act my dog could do a better job
— Susanna Rios Branon (@rios_branon) February 21, 2025
She’s gonna need it’
— Royallyloves🦖🫶 (@KRoyallyloves) February 21, 2025
For many, Rachel Zane was a beloved character, but not exactly the backbone of the show. The true heavy hitters were Harvey, Mike, Louis, and Donna. When Markle left Suits, the show carried on just fine, and some would argue it actually got better without the constant Mike and Rachel relationship drama. Her departure didn’t leave a gaping hole, it was more like the show shrugged, moved on, and kept winning cases.
Fans also haven’t forgotten that Markle didn’t just leave Suits, she seemingly left Hollywood behind, only to return when the royal route hit a few speed bumps. The perception that she’s only interested in revisiting the show because her post-royal career has been hit-or-miss isn’t helping her case. If Meghan Markle truly believed fans were eagerly awaiting her return, well… that might be the most scripted storyline Suits has ever seen.
Suits can be streamed on Netflix while Suits LA will be released to stream on Peacock on February 23, 2025.
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