BBC Boss Rejects Meghan Markle for Strictly Come Dancing Role Over Fee Dispute

The lineup for the upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing has been finalized, with the latest addition being veteran TV presenter Les Dennis.

Known for his roles in Family Fortunes and Coronation Street during his illustrious 50-year career in showbiz, Dennis expressed his excitement about joining the iconic dance show as he approaches his 70th birthday.

The announcement was made on Friday's episode of Good Morning Britain, where Dennis stated that he is ready to take on this new challenge outside his comfort zone.

However, it seems that Dennis wasn't the only one eyeing a spot on Strictly Come Dancing.

Sources close to the production revealed that Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, had expressed interest in participating in the show following setbacks in her career in the US.

Markle reportedly approached the show's producers with a hefty demand for her participation, citing the need for a substantial fee due to her extended stay in Britain.

Despite submitting two dance videos for consideration, featuring her moves at Frogmore and the Montecito Mansion, Markle's demands were deemed unreasonable, leading to her exclusion from the lineup.

This isn't the first time Markle has shown interest in the world of British television.

Back in 2013, the former actress explored opportunities to appear on Strictly Come Dancing through connections with talent manager Jonathan Shalit.

During her visit to London, Markle expressed aspirations of becoming a TV celebrity chef like Gordon Ramsay, but her limited cooking skills hindered the development of such a program.

Her hopes of auditioning for the dancing competition were dashed, marking another setback in her quest for TV stardom.

In the aftermath of these disappointments, sources close to the Sussexes revealed that Meghan and Prince Harry are regrouping to navigate their future endeavors.

Despite facing obstacles in building a business empire, Meghan received a glimmer of success as her former TV show Suits gained renewed popularity on Netflix, becoming one of the platform's top-watched series.

With opportunities in acting dwindling, Meghan is shifting her focus towards producing educational and inspirational content, aiming to secure partnerships with luxury brands.

While reports suggested potential deals with renowned fashion houses like Cartier and Dior, both brands have refuted claims of signing Meghan.

Cartier allegedly reconsidered their agreement with the former actress to avoid straining ties with the royal family, who have been longstanding clients of the luxury brand.

As Meghan continues to explore new ventures, including her aspirations in the entertainment industry, securing lucrative partnerships remains a priority amidst the evolving landscape of her post-royal career.