Fans of Meghan Markle are in for a treat as the Duchess of Sussex is set to make her BBC debut, albeit indirectly.
The broadcaster has secured the rights to stream all nine seasons of the popular legal drama Suits, which catapulted Meghan to stardom before her royal life began.
Suits on iPlayer: Meghan Markle makes BBC debut
The announcement comes as a delightful surprise for viewers eagerly anticipating Meghan’s rumored return to the UK for the launch of her new lifestyle and cookery brand, American Riviera Orchard.
While the Duchess bid farewell to her acting career upon marrying Prince Harry, her portrayal of the charismatic paralegal Rachel Zane in Suits will now be accessible to British audiences like never before.
The acquisition of Suits is part of a trio of US series set to grace the BBC’s iPlayer, alongside the highly anticipated comedy St. Denis Medical and the romantic drama The Best Man: The Final Chapters.
Sue Deeks, head of BBC program acquisition, expressed her excitement, stating, “We couldn’t be more delighted to bring them all to BBC viewers.”
“Suits” is a television series set in a fictional corporate law firm in New York City.
The plot follows Mike Ross, a college dropout with an exceptional photographic memory, who lands a job as an associate working for successful attorney Harvey Specter.
Despite not having attended law school, Mike uses his intelligence and skills to close cases while keeping his secret hidden.
The series also focuses on other characters in the firm, including Louis Litt, a manipulative partner; Rachel Zane (Meghan Markle), an ambitious and talented paralegal; Donna Paulsen, Harvey’s legal secretary; and Jessica Pearson, the firm’s managing partner.
While the news of Suits’ arrival on the BBC delights fans, the anticipation builds for Meghan’s potential visit to the UK.
Rumors suggest the Duchess may make an appearance to promote her latest venture, American Riviera Orchard, a brand that plans to market a range of products, including tableware, beverages, table linens and edible delicacies, as well as cookbooks.
The coming weeks promise to be a momentous occasion for royal watchers and fans of the Duchess alike.