Meghan Markle‘s acting career is back in motion, and the timing is raising questions. The “Suits” alum was photographed filming a cameo for “Close Personal Friends” in Pasadena, a mid-budget rom-com for Amazon MGM. Although the move looks strategic, sources now suggest money pressures factored into her decision.
Consequently, the discussion has shifted to why the Duchess chose a small on-screen return rather than a splashy prestige role. Previously, she and Prince Harry pursued producing, brand work, and philanthropy before considering acting again.
Meghan Markle’s return to acting was because of financial strain, claim sources
According to the Daily Mail, a source close to the star told PEOPLE that Meghan Markle “seemed very relaxed and happy” and was “very sweet and down-to-earth.” However, the report also recaps a 2022 interview in which she drew a clear line: “I’m done. I guess never say never, but my intention is to absolutely not.” That contrast fuels speculation that finances influenced the Duchess’s decision to pivot back to acting.
The outlet further quotes a studio-side tipster (via The Sun) framing the move as passion-led: “This is a massive moment for Meghan and signifies a return to doing what she truly loves…She has been swamped with offers, but this one felt right.” The source added, “Prince Harry is, of course, really supportive and quite simply wants Meghan to do whatever brings her joy.” Even so, other Hollywood voices in the piece strike a different note, saying, “This was never in her plan.”
Contextually, the film is a straightforward rom-com headlined by Lily Collins, Brie Larson, Jack Quaid, and Henry Golding. Meanwhile, the cameo is Markle playing herself, which keeps risk low and visibility high. Moreover, “Close Personal Friends” is designed for streaming, which aligns with her audience footprint following the resurgence of Suits.
Nevertheless, the above-mentioned outlet’s reporting includes harsher industry readouts about recent ventures, asserting, “It seems clear that she is desperate for attention, to be relevant, and for money.” Whether that’s overreach or not, the decision places Meghan Markle back in the headlines.
