Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, who became famous for playing Rachel Zane on Suits, is back in the limelight. Not owing to royal engagements or high-profile interviews, but due to a particular invitation from one of her closest show co-stars. Sarah Rafferty, who played Donna Paulsen, enthusiastically asked Markle to join the Suits rewatch podcast, giving fans a chance to hear her reflections on her time on the show.
Special Invitation: A Reunion Memoir
Sarah Rafferty, co-host of the newly established Sidebar: A Suits Watch Podcast, publicly invited Markle to join her and Patrick J. Adams, who portrayed Mike Ross, on their podcast. Rafferty and Adams will review Suits episodes and share shooting recollections and perspectives. Including their beloved former co-star Meghan Markle, Rafferty told Entertainment Weekly that “Everybody’s invited”.
After its 2023 Netflix premiere, the courtroom drama’s popularity has risen, so fans were excited to see Markle. As viewers rediscovered or were exposed to the fascinating tale and nuanced characters, the 2011–2019 series gained millions of new followers and shattered streaming records.
Rafferty and Adams created the rewatch podcast to reunite with the Suits cast and crew and share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, set design choices, and character development arcs. In particular, the invitation sends a personal olive branch to Markle, who is best known for playing Rachel Zane, a character who became famous during her seven-season stint on the series.
Meghan Markle’s Suits Legacy
Before becoming Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle was Rachel Zane, the sharp-witted lawyer who won over Suits fans. She was essential to many major stories, including her romance with Mike Ross and her legal career.
After her engagement to Prince Harry, Markle left the show in 2018, leaving fans and cast sad. The finale, in which her character married Mike Ross, was a fitting end to her Suits career. A symbolic send-off, the show allowed Markle to smoothly move from Hollywood actress to British princess.
She was lauded for her depiction of Rachel Zane on Suits, which enabled her to demonstrate her ability and win over a worldwide following. The show was recognised for its snappy language, complex legal arguments, and dynamic character interactions. As Suits returned on Netflix, fans old and new have rediscovered Markle’s talent.
This podcast offers reflection.
Meghan Markle’s invitation from Sarah Rafferty is more than a reference to their time on the show—it’s a chance for her to reconnect with her past. The revisit podcast by Rafferty and Adams provides a new look at Suits. It’s about reliving the connections, memories, and experiences that influenced the cast and crew throughout the show’s nine seasons, not simply old episodes.
Rafferty was excited to include directors, set designers, and other important crew members who helped the program succeed in her interview. Unheard tales, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and insights await fans.
In addressing the podcast, Rafferty remarked, “We have so much to talk about, and it’s amazing how everyone has been so supportive.” She said that she has been chatting with a director and talking with cast members on Instagram Live, building anticipation for the podcast. With the complete ensemble joining at different times, the podcast clearly celebrates Suits.