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**NBC Night Court Sparks Controversy with Meghan Markle Jabs**
NBC Night Court is back in the spotlight with its latest episode, “A Night Court Before Christmas,” which has stirred up quite a storm by resurrecting the classic 80s show in a dramatic fashion.
The second season premiere didn't hold back, particularly when it came to taking shots at Meghan Markle.
The episode featured the return of Marcia Warfield as Roz Russell, the no-nonsense character from the original series.
However, this time around, Roz finds herself in hot water after being arrested for trespassing and vandalism at a local plantation.
Her reasoning?
She claimed to be filming a documentary about her enslaved ancestors but was actually hired by a tabloid to spy on Meghan Markle, who was staying at the same plantation with Prince Harry and their children.
While Meghan didn't make a physical appearance in the episode, the writers didn't shy away from depicting her in a negative light.
They portrayed her as manipulative and self-serving, exploiting her royal status for personal gain.
The episode took aim at Meghan's family history, mental health, and her relationship with the royal family, even poking fun at her interview with Oprah Winfrey.
Roz, played by Warfield, came prepared with evidence to support her claims, including emails, diary entries, and receipts.
She even alleged overhearing a conversation between Prince Harry and Queen Elizabeth II discussing Archie's skin color and royal title.
The bombshell revelation?
Meghan had a secret deal with Netflix for a documentary titled “The Crown, Meghan's Story.”
Following a trial led by Judge Dan, Roz was found guilty and sentenced to community service at the plantation, along with penning an apology letter to Meghan and watching all episodes of “The Crown” on Netflix.
The verdict left many viewers divided, with some finding the episode humorous while others deemed it offensive and disrespectful.
Fans of the original Night Court welcomed Warfield's return and praised her chemistry with John Larroquette.
On the other hand, supporters of Meghan and the royal family condemned the show for what they perceived as bullying and spreading misinformation.
The show's creators defended their work, clarifying that it was meant as satire and not a personal attack on Meghan, drawing inspiration from online discussions.
As Night Court continues its second season, the question remains: will Meghan respond to the episode's portrayal?
Could this influence her Netflix deal or prompt a reaction from the royal family?
The drama unfolds on NBC every Tuesday as Night Court dives headfirst into the Meghan Markle saga.