Golden Globes Drama: Gabriel Macht Excludes Meghan Markle from Suits Reboot

The Golden Globes 2024 was a night filled with glitz, glamour, and unexpected drama, particularly for the beloved cast of “Suits.”

The hit legal drama, which wrapped up in 2019, saw a reunion of four of its stars on the red carpet.

Patrick J. Adams, Gabriel Macht, Gina Torres, and Sarah Rafferty graced the event together, presenting an award that evening.

However, one notable absence left fans buzzing—Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex.

Markle, who portrayed Rachel Zane, the love interest of Adams' character Mike Ross, departed the show in 2018.

This exit followed her marriage to Prince Harry and her transition into royal life.

Since then, she has found herself at the center of numerous controversies, including her high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey, ongoing disputes with the royal family, and a lawsuit against British tabloids.

Fans of “Suits” were hopeful that Markle would join her former co-stars at the Golden Globes.

However, their hopes were dashed when Macht made it abundantly clear that he had no desire to work with her again.

During an interview with ET, he and Adams discussed the possibility of a “Suits” reboot or spinoff, particularly as the show has experienced a resurgence in popularity on Netflix.

Macht expressed openness to the idea of a reboot but quickly added a caveat: it would be without Markle.

“It's all in early stages,” Adams noted, hinting at a potential new project within the “Suits” universe.

He mentioned that their showrunner, Aaron Korsh, was already exploring new ideas.

“If I got the phone call, I'd be ready to suit up again,” Adams said, clearly enthusiastic about returning to the franchise.

But then came Macht's blunt interjection: “Except for Meghan.

No offense, but she's not part of the Suits family anymore.” His words were striking.

He explained that Markle had chosen a different path and emphasized that her absence wouldn't hinder the show's success.

“We don't need her to make a great show,” he stated firmly.

Macht didn't stop there.

He elaborated further, saying, “I have nothing against her personally, but she's not an actress anymore.

She's a duchess, or whatever.

She has her own agenda, and it doesn't align with ours.” His comments painted a picture of someone who felt deeply disconnected from his former co-star.

The reaction to Macht's statements was swift and intense.

Social media lit up with fans expressing their outrage, accusing him of jealousy and disrespect towards Markle's choices and achievements.

Some fans pointed out that Markle had been supportive of her co-stars during significant moments, such as their attendance at her wedding in 2018.

On the flip side, Macht found some defenders among fans who praised his honesty.

They commended him for speaking out against what they perceived as Markle's alleged bullying and manipulation.

Some argued that her marriage to Harry signified a betrayal of her “Suits” family and that her recent scandals had tarnished the show's legacy.

As for Markle, she has yet to respond to Macht's remarks.

However, a source close to her revealed that she felt hurt and disappointed by his comments.

This source indicated that Markle had hoped to maintain friendships with her former colleagues.

They also clarified that she has no intention of returning to acting, focusing instead on her humanitarian efforts and family.

While the potential “Suits” reboot or spinoff is still in the works, it seems increasingly unlikely that Markle will be involved.

Macht's candid remarks have set a tone that suggests her return is not welcome.

How this will impact the future of the show and its fanbase remains uncertain, but the drama surrounding the cast continues to captivate audiences.