Meghan Markle reportedly remains in talks to join season three of The Gentlemen, despite doubts over whether her much-discussed acting role will go ahead.
However, experts have weighed in on the reports about a possible acting return for the duchess.
The Duchess of Sussex has not reached a formal agreement with Netflix, according to The Sun. However, the publication claims bosses remain keen to secure her for Guy Ritchie’s gangster comedy-drama. A role would build on Meghan’s recent return to acting with a cameo in Close Personal Friends.
It comes as Harry and Meghan reportedly plan to move back to the UK for an “extended period”.
Reports about The Gentlemen have shifted quickly. The Sun initially claimed Meghan was discussing a major part in the show. Royal author Tina Brown then said the proposed casting had fallen through following a negative response in Britain.
Meghan Markle could be making a return to acting (Credit: SplashNews.com)
Meghan Markle ‘still in talks’ for The Gentlemen amid acting return claims
However, The Sun now says discussions remain active and that Netflix still wants Meghan to appear. A TV source told the publication: “Her return to acting is expected to draw a large audience of both her supporters and critics, and is likely to make a lot of money.
“It will be seen as a major coup for whoever signs her.”
The report estimates that any agreement could exceed £1 million. However, Netflix has not announced Meghan’s involvement or formally confirmed a third season of The Gentlemen.
Meghan warned about acting return
Speaking to Entertainment Daily, Etiquette Expert at EtiquetteExpert.Org Jo Hayes issued a warning to Meghan about returning to the world of acting.
Jo said: “If I were to advise Meghan, I would advise against a return to acting. Or, if it does happen, be very, very careful and very, very selective with regard to the roles she plays.
“She may not be a ‘working royal’ now, but she is still a member of the royal family. As such, there is a certain standard and code of conduct that one is expected to maintain.”
Jo added: “Meghan and Harry are hoping to improve public perception in the UK. Taking on any role that even hints at indecency or scandal, or even being in a show that has a hint of such themes, will do nothing to improve that image. So, unless she takes on a squeaky-clean role in a squeaky-clean show, I would advise her against a return.”
Should Meghan be thankful for the scrutiny against Andrew? (Credit: SplashNews.com)
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