Meghan Markle’s acting comeback has caught the world’s attention, and according to insiders, it may have also caught the royal family’s. The Duchess of Sussex was reportedly filming a cameo for the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios movie “Close Personal Friends,” her first acting appearance since leaving “Suits” in 2017. But experts say the timing of her comeback is raising eyebrows for more reasons than one.
Meghan Markle stealing Prince William’s spotlight would get palace’s attention, per expert
While Meghan Markle’s acting comeback is allegedly lighthearted, royal commentator Kinsey Schofield told Fox News that the move may have stirred disapproval from the royal family. Schofield said, “While Prince William was in Brazil celebrating the Earthshot Prize, reports surfaced that Meghan Markle had been spotted on the set of a new film.” As a result, Markle grabbed the spotlight.
The royal commentator said that “drawing headlines away from Prince William’s high-profile event will not go unnoticed by the palace.” She added that the overlap in coverage has “raised eyebrows beyond the palace.” Hence, the timing wasn’t ideal. Moreover, Schofield suggested that royal staff have observed a pattern where Prince Harry and Markle reemerge during key royal moments.
Royal expert Hilary Fordwich further described the cameo as a “vanity project.” She explained, “Hollywood hasn’t embraced her, and it’s highly doubtful U.K. audiences or the royal family will care about this latest move.”
Still, others see Markle’s return to Hollywood as a natural next step. A studio source told The Sun, “This is a massive moment for Meghan and signifies a return to doing what she truly loves.” Another insider told PEOPLE that the duchess seemed “very relaxed and happy” on set. Besides, she “was very sweet and down-to-earth.”
Whether the royal family approves her acting comeback or not, Markle’s reentry into Hollywood marks a new chapter — one that has come after years of royal headlines. As insiders suggest, she now appears ready to reclaim a piece of her old life.
Originally reported by Ishika Mishra on Reality Tea.
