Meghan Markle’s reported return to acting has hit an unexpected hurdle, with claims that her potential role in Netflix’s The Gentlemen has been withdrawn following strong reaction in the UK.
Royal author Tina Brown made the claim in her Fresh Hell Substack, suggesting that the backlash surrounding the Duchess of Sussex became too difficult for the project to move forward.
According to Brown, the reaction in Britain was reportedly so strong that continuing with Meghan’s involvement became “untenable.” She also suggested that the development could raise questions about the prospects of Meghan’s planned acting comeback in the UK.
However, it is important to note that Meghan’s involvement in The Gentlemen had not been officially confirmed before these reports emerged. As a result, the claim about her role being withdrawn should be treated as a report rather than an established fact.
The speculation comes at an interesting time for Meghan, particularly amid reports that she and Prince Harry are considering a return to the UK with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, for an extended stay.
If the reported Netflix development is accurate, it could prove disappointing for Meghan, who has remained connected to several entertainment projects since stepping back from royal duties. She has also been linked to other productions, including Close Personal Friends.
The reported acting setback has also emerged alongside fresh claims about Harry and Meghan’s personal circumstances.
Rob Shuter, writing on his Naughty But Nice Substack, claimed that Meghan had agreed to spend six months in the UK. He also reported allegations that Prince Harry has become increasingly unhappy with life in California and the lifestyle the couple established in Montecito.
Shuter further claimed that the couple’s marriage is facing serious difficulties and suggested that a move to Britain could represent an effort to address those problems.
The claims have not been independently confirmed, and neither Meghan nor Harry has publicly confirmed that their marriage is in serious trouble.
For Meghan, the reported withdrawal of the The Gentlemen role would come at a sensitive moment. A return to scripted acting could have represented a significant new chapter in her entertainment career, particularly after her earlier success on Suits.
At the same time, the lack of official confirmation means it remains unclear exactly what happened behind the scenes. Whether Meghan ultimately appears in The Gentlemen or another major production, her future in entertainment is likely to remain closely watched.
Key Takeaways
- Meghan Markle’s reported The Gentlemen role is claimed to have been withdrawn after UK backlash.
- Royal author Tina Brown made the claim but Meghan’s involvement had never been officially confirmed.
- The development comes amid reports of a possible extended UK stay for Harry and Meghan.
- Meghan remains linked to other entertainment projects despite the reported setback.
- Claims about Harry and Meghan’s marriage have not been independently confirmed.
