The Duchess of Sussex, known for her previous role as high-flying paralegal Rachel Zane on the show for seven seasons, had apparently asked for the hefty sum, but her unreasonable demand was met with disbelief. Given her current negative reputation, the producers found it ridiculous and chose not to invite her back.
As the series executive producer, Gene Klein, discusses the possibility of reboots and reunions, he hinted that Meghan Markle's return to the show may not be possible. He acknowledges that the show's recent streaming success may have been due to various factors, but he refrains from crediting Meghan as the sole driving force.
Despite the heavy coverage about Suits breaking viewing records, Klein focuses on the show's re-watchability and the unique experience it offers to viewers.
It's clear that the producers hold respect for Meghan's new life as the Duchess of Sussex, but they have decided to move forward without her in the next season. While the show's legacy lives on, Meghan's involvement remains a thing of the past.
