In a twist worthy of a Hollywood script, Meghan Markle‘s ambitious plans for a Suits spin-off have hit a snag, thanks to Gina Torres.
The Duchess, who once graced our screens in the beloved legal drama, envisioned herself as the director of a new series called Suits Los Angeles.
With dreams of returning to the limelight and a staggering paycheck of $200,000 per episode, Markle seemed ready to reclaim her Hollywood throne.
Suits, which aired from 2011 to 2018, catapulted Meghan into the public eye.
Now, years later, she’s reportedly collaborating with Aaron Korsh, the original creator, to pen six episodes for her much-anticipated comeback.
Her PR team was practically bursting with excitement, boasting that Meghan could easily command top dollar for her return.
From courtroom intrigue to royal escapades, it looked like she was on the verge of a major career revival.
However, the reality of her directing aspirations quickly unraveled.
Neil Shah, a seasoned journalist, spoke to several veterans of the Suits cast, revealing that the idea of Meghan behind the camera was met with skepticism.
With no prior directing experience, many found the notion laughable, leading to a swift dismissal of the project even before it could take flight.
The original cast members, including the talented Gina Torres and Sarah Rafferty, were not shy about expressing their disapproval.
Torres, known for her sharp wit, didn’t hold back, delivering some pointed comments while Gabriel Macht struggled to maintain his composure at the mere mention of Markle during the Emmy Awards.
The sentiment among the crew was clear: they weren’t interested in taking direction from someone with no film experience.
Adding fuel to the fire, Meghan’s past grievances with her former co-stars have become an open secret in Hollywood.
Rumors suggest she harbored jealousy over their roles during her time on the show, and now, it seems she’s attempting to pivot that resentment into a directorial venture.
The cast must be bracing themselves, knowing their hard work could be repackaged as part of Meghan’s personal narrative.
To further complicate matters, a recent Super Bowl commercial teased a Suits reunion that notably excluded Markle.
Fans saw familiar faces like Gina, Rick, and Sarah, but Meghan was nowhere to be found.
This absence has sparked speculation that the reboot is moving forward without her involvement, leaving her dreams of directing hanging by a thread.
Aaron Korsh has made it abundantly clear that this new chapter of Suits will not include the Duchess.
The message is loud and clear: this reboot is a “Duchess-free zone.” It appears that the show is ready to forge ahead with fresh talent, perhaps offering a cameo here and there, but Meghan’s invitation seems to have been lost in the shuffle.
As the drama unfolds, viewers are left to wonder about the future of Suits and its beloved characters.
Will the new series capture the same magic that made the original a hit?
Or will it struggle to find its footing without the presence of its former star?
Meghan’s aspirations for a grand return to Hollywood may be more fantasy than reality.
In a business where dreams can soar high and crash just as quickly, her directorial debut seems increasingly unlikely.
For fans of the show, the anticipation continues to build.