The behind-the-scenes drama surrounding Meghan Markle’s return to the small screen has taken an unexpected turn.
The former royal is reportedly seeking a jaw-dropping $20 million for a part-time role in the comeback of the hit TV series, Suits.
Hollywood agents and NBCUniversal executives are currently engaged in intense negotiations as they navigate the turbulent waters of this deal.
Insider sources from Top Studios have revealed that NBCUniversal is giving the green light to a big-budget sequel to the original Suits series, created by Aaron Korsh.
Meghan’s PR team is ecstatic, boasting that the network is ready to open their coffers wide for her to reprise her role as the formidable paralegal, Rachel Zane.
However, the reality behind the scenes tells a different story.
Meghan’s powerhouse agency, WME, is currently locked in heated discussions with NBC executives over her potential return to acting.
It’s worth noting that Meghan’s acting days are long behind her, and she no longer possesses the skillset or youthful appearance to take on major roles.
When she joined WME in April, it was made clear that her focus wouldn’t be on acting or chasing stardom.
But times have changed, and now Meghan finds herself without any significant production commitments or major projects, leading to her sudden eagerness to step back into the world of acting.
However, there are doubts about Meghan’s acting talent, with many up-and-coming actors seen as having more potential.
Even at WME, there is speculation that if Meghan can’t commit to a full-time role, she might be offered highly lucrative special guest appearances.
But what raises eyebrows is Meghan’s reported demand for a whopping $20 million for what would essentially be a part-time gig.
It’s hard to fathom who would agree to such an exorbitant demand.
WME had previously launched a PR campaign highlighting the success of Suits on Netflix and how it provided entertainment during the writer’s strike.
However, it’s somewhat baffling that Meghan is still fixated on a show that’s long past its prime.
She wasn’t even the main star of the series, and it’s widely known that most viewers tuned in due to her association with the British royal family.
Oddly enough, Meghan failed to mention this exciting new project during recent interviews, leaving many to question the authenticity of her intentions.
Critics have not held back in expressing their skepticism.
One Twitter source went as far as calling Meghan a fantasist who went from being an extra on TV shows to trying to play the role of a big-shot Hollywood star for easy money in the realm of reality TV.
It’s clear that Meghan’s time on Suits was running out, and she exited before her character could be written off.
Now, she’s struggling to find a foothold in Hollywood, where securing TV or movie roles is challenging for an actress of her caliber.
If she truly possessed the star power she claims, why was she written out of the last two seasons?
This endeavor seems more like wishful thinking on Meghan’s part.
The question arises: can NBCUniversal even afford her hefty salary demand?
To be the star she envisions, Meghan would have to carry the entire show, but her acting prowess is questionable at best.
It’s a ludicrous proposition, and one can’t help but wonder how long this series would last with Meghan as the star—maybe just one season, if we’re being generous.
If Meghan truly had the talent she claims, she could have resumed her directing career years ago.
So why return to a show that has long faded into obscurity instead of pursuing bigger and better opportunities?
It’s a head-scratcher, unless, of course, Meghan’s true talent lies in being a talentless grifter.
Meghan’s journey has taken a downward spiral, from attending ribbon-cutting ceremonies to watching others take the spotlight.
She has gone from buying awards to witnessing other women receive accolades.
Not to mention, she has been increasingly pushed off the red carpet.