Meghan Markle feeling 'rusty' ahead of acting comeback?
What's the story
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is returning to acting in a small part in the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios movie Close Personal Friends. The 44-year-old was spotted on set in Pasadena, California, last week, and an insider told People that she simply introduced herself as "Meghan." "Everything about her was very sweet and calm," added the source.
Acting comeback
Markle 'genuinely seemed excited to be back on set'
The insider also revealed that Markle "genuinely seemed excited to be on set." "She was joking that she felt a bit rusty, but it was obvious that she had rehearsed and that it was a big deal for her to be back. And she was great." "She had a very warm energy, too. She was super pleasant to be around," the source added.
Film details
About 'Close Personal Friends'
Close Personal Friends, which stars Brie Larson, Jack Quaid, Lily Collins, and Henry Golding, follows a couple who befriend another famous couple during their trip to Santa Barbara. Markle's last acting role was on the legal drama Suits before she took a break from Hollywood ahead of her 2018 marriage to Prince Harry.
Family support
Prince Harry supportive of Markle's decision to return to acting
A studio insider previously told The Sun that "this is a massive moment for Meghan and signifies a return to doing what she truly loves." "She has been swamped with offers, but this one felt right." The source added that Prince Harry is "really supportive" of her decision to return to acting.
Career shift
Markle's thoughts on stepping back from acting
Markle had spoken about her decision to step back from acting during her 2017 engagement interview with Prince Harry. "I don't see it as giving anything up, I just see it as a change," she had said. "It's a new chapter...once we hit the 100-episode marker I thought, you know what, I have ticked this box and I feel really proud of the work I've done there and now it's time to work as a team with you."
Ongoing projects
Markle has continued to work in front of the camera
Despite stepping back from acting, Markle has continued to work in front of the camera. She and Prince Harry appeared in their Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan, and she also starred in two seasons of her lifestyle series With Love, Meghan. An upcoming holiday special episode, titled With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration, is set to premiere on December 3.