Recently, Meghan Markle's former acting coach, Marie Harar, has unexpectedly found her voice just when the world seemed to be forgetting about Meghan's pre-royalty career. However, there’s a bit more to this story, including a generous paycheck from WME that ensured we all hear Harar’s opinions.
So, what did Harar have to say about Meghan's early Hollywood days? In her infinite wisdom, she remarked, "We never know what people are going to become." Harar has been in the industry for over 50 years, coaching countless A-listers, including Brad Pitt and Marissa Tomei. Yet, she wants us to believe she couldn’t have predicted Meghan’s rise from a minor character on *Suits* to a globally recognized figure.
The truth is that the only thing that truly elevated Meghan’s status was her relationship with Prince Harry. Sure, *Suits* provided her some exposure, but it wasn’t until she snagged a royal that the world began to take notice. It’s intriguing to see how Harar emphasizes Markle’s hard work and talent while subtly hinting that connections matter more in Hollywood than skill. It’s a classic tale of who you know, and it seems Meghan had the ultimate connection.
Let’s not forget Meghan’s brief stint as a “briefcase girl” on *Deal or No Deal*. Meghan herself described this gig as a stepping stone in her acting career, feeling like just a pretty face opening briefcases. Perhaps that’s because, at the time, that was exactly what she was. It’s hard to take her struggles seriously when she was literally paid to look good while opening boxes. Maybe if she had spent a bit more time honing her craft instead of waiting for a prince, we wouldn’t be having this conversation today.
Harar’s overly complimentary assessment of Markle as a "really good actress" is also hard to swallow. The only Oscar-worthy role Markle has played is her current gig as the Duchess of Sussex. Let’s not sugarcoat it: she’s not just famous; she’s infamous. Her biggest claim to fame is being Harry’s wife, and it’s worth mentioning that Thomas Markle funded her drama school education—he deserves a refund.
Isn’t it interesting how Harar’s comments come at a time when Meghan’s reputation could use a little polishing? After all these years, she suddenly decides to speak out just as headlines about her have begun to swirl again. Do you think WME whispered in Harar’s ear after a particularly brutal article came out, suggesting, "Hey Marie, why don’t you throw some nice words Meghan’s way for old time’s sake?" This seems like a well-coordinated effort to salvage her image, and who better to do it than a former coach?
Meghan may wish to be addressed as HRH or Duchess, but the way she treated the Queen—who literally made her a Duchess—is downright appalling. Her curtsy, or lack thereof, was a clear indication of disrespect. Meanwhile, Harry stood silently by while his wife threw shade at his family.
Harar's revelations about Meghan appear to be nothing more than a carefully crafted PR stunt likely orchestrated by WME. While the coach’s comments may seem innocent, they only highlight the absurdity of Meghan’s journey. She went from Rachel Zane to a Duchess, but not without making some questionable choices along the way. Rachel Markle will always be remembered as nothing more than an epic failure with a knack for attracting attention.
