Meghan Markle's Role in 'The Gentlemen' Could Still Happen
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Netflix planned a star-studded rollout for "The Gentlemen" Season 2 on Sept. 3, including a trailer, press events, and a glamorous premiere in London.
- Publicity plans were disrupted by reports that Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, was considered for a role in the series, sparking widespread media speculation and rumors of backlash leading to her role being canceled.
- Sources reveal Meghan’s involvement was an early, informal idea by director Guy Ritchie during brainstorming, with no contracts signed or firm plans; her name was one among many tossed around.
- There is no confirmed backlash causing the role to be dropped, and scripts are still in development, leaving open the possibility of Meghan joining future seasons.
- Netflix and the show's team are now managing the unexpected media focus on Meghan ahead of Season 2’s launch, which has somewhat overshadowed the cast and crew but also generated additional publicity.
