Meghan Markle Returns to Acting After Eight-Year Hiatus
After an eight-year break from acting, Meghan Markle is set to return to teh screen with a cameo role in the upcoming film Close Personal Friends. The Duchess of Sussex, who rose to prominence playing Rachel Zane in the legal drama Suits for nine seasons until 2017, will appear as herself in the comedy currently filming in Los Angeles.
Markle stepped away from Suits following her engagement to Prince Harry and the subsequent assumption of royal duties. Her return to acting marks a meaningful moment, signaling a potential re-entry into the entertainment industry while balancing her role as a member of the British royal family. Close Personal Friends stars Lily Collins, Brie Larson, Jack Quaid, and henry Golding, and is directed by jason Orley, known for his work on Blessed Adolescence.
The film reportedly centers on a “normal” couple who encounter a famous couple during a trip to Santa Barbara,leading to crossed boundaries and comedic situations. Markle was recently spotted on set in Pasadena, confirming her involvement in the project. The cameo is expected to generate considerable public interest, bridging her past career with her present life.
