Meghan Markle is not a Hollywood actor, nor is she the reason Suits exists. Let’s get that out of the way first. She was on a small cable show in Canada where people had to pay to watch the USA Network. It’s like Foxtel here in Australia. Anyway, what we wanted to explore in this Chronicles of Harkle post is to answer a few questions we’ve seen floated about Suits, the former actress’ time on the series and whether she is the reason for its resurgence on Netflix.
So, let’s begin with a simple truth before we dive into the questions. Since the announcement of Prince Harry’s relationship with Meghan Markle, Suits became better known, but the ratings didn’t improve when it was still airing. The average ratings for Season 7, Markle’s final season on the show, was 2million in total. The US ratings, on average, are just over a million per episode. This is nothing compared to the fifteenth Season of NCIS, which also aired in 2017. The ratings were almost in the 20 million range in the total ratings. Mind you, there are factors like DVR views that have to be taken into account. NCIS is on a free-to-watch network, and Suits was not.
Who Is Meghan Markle On Suits?
Meghan Markle played Rachel Elizabeth Zane, who begins her appearances on Suits as a paralegal. When she first appears, she has no interest in dating her coworkers. However, as time passes, she becomes almost obsessed with Mike Ross (Patrick J Adams).
Rachel Zane’s personality is very similar to Meghan’s real personality. She is easily threatened when someone gets something she wants, and her attitude towards Mike at the beginning when they meet is almost hostile like he’s a threat to her.
Is Meghan Markle In Suits?
Yes, Meghan Markle is in Suits as Rachel Zane.
How Old Was Meghan When She Appeared In Suits Season 1?
The Suits pilot episode was shot in 2010 in New York, meaning Meghan Markle was either 28 or 29 when the pilot was filmed. Meghan was about 29 when the series premiered in June 2011 and had not yet turned 30. She might have been 30 by the time filming on Season 1 ended. She was undoubtedly that age by the time the first season had finished airing.
Did Trevor Engelson Get His Then-Wife The Role On Suits?
It is long speculated that Trevor Engelson got Meghan Markle’s role on Suits. There is no proof of this. There is also no evidence that Thomas Markle, Meghan’s dad, had anything to do with this.
Meghan likely went through the usual channels to audition via her agent.
How Long Was Meghan Markle On Suits?
Meghan was on Suits for roughly seven years.
How Many Seasons Was She On Suits?
7 Seasons.
Did The Suits Cast Attend The Wedding?
The Suits cast attended both of Meghan’s weddings. They attended the Jamaica wedding in 2011 when she married Trevor Engleson, and then they attended the 2018 royal wedding when she wed Prince Harry. Hey, it’s more exposure for the show.
When Did Meghan Markle Leave Suits?
Meghan Markle’s final Suits episode was when Rachel Zane married Mike Ross in the Season 7 episode, Good-Bye, which aired in 2017.
Is The Former Actress Responsible For The Resurgence Of Suits?
No, Meghan is not responsible for the resurgence of Suits. She is not a popular figure in Hollywood who draws crowds. She’s not Taylor Swift or Beyoncé. People were likely looking for something new to watch on Netflix.
