Topline
Meghan Markle, who paused her acting career after marrying Prince Harry, is reportedly in talks to return to the screen with a role in Netflix’s new season of the action‑comedy series “The Gentlemen.” The series, which films in England, is currently looking to expand its cast.
Meghan Markle has not acted since she married Prince Harry. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images)
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Key Facts
Multiple outlets reported on Friday that Markle is in discussions to join the third season of “The Gentlemen,” an action‑comedy created by Guy Ritchie and starring Theo James.
Deadline’s initial report indicated that the conversations are in “very early stages” and remain “hypothetical” because the show has not yet been renewed for a third season, citing unnamed sources.
Markle’s potential return to acting was first flagged by the Australian outlet news.com.au earlier on Friday.
=’../’>The actress—known for her role on “Suits”—has not appeared in film or television since becoming part of the British monarchy. She and Prince Harry founded Archewell Productions and later entered a partnership with Netflix in 2020, producing several documentaries and series.
Forbes has requested comments from Markle’s representatives.
On Returning to Acting
In a 2022 discussion with Variety, Markle indicated she was essentially “done” with acting, though she left the possibility of a return open, stating, “I guess never say never, but my intention is to absolutely not.”
Intended Relocation
Harry આવ્યા joyu…ious … to return to the United Kingdom in the coming weeks, according to multiple reports. While the exact reasoning remains unclear, the couple has indicated that they will not resume roles as working royals and will likely settle in a non‑royal residence outside London.
Media Ventures Following Royal Resignation
After stepping back from royal duties, the couple launched Archewell Productions, securing a U.S. Netflix deal worth $100 million over five years in 2020 and renewing it last summer under revised terms. Markle produced two seasons of the reality series “With Love, Meghan,” released “Harry & Meghan,” a critically acclaimed docuseries, and launched a podcast titled “Archetypes.” She also founded the lifestyle brand As Ever in 2025.
Early Acting Career
Markle rose to prominence as Rachel Zane on the legal drama “Suits,” appearing for seven seasons. Her film credits include “Horrible Bosses” (2011), “Random Encounters” aliplease… 2013), and “Anti‑Social” (2015).