Meghan Markle Surprised by 'Suits' Renewed Popularity
Meghan Markle has reportedly earned a substantial six-figure sum from the global sales of her TV drama Suits, according to The Mail on Sunday.
Though the series concluded in 2019, it has experienced a remarkable resurgence on Netflix, being distributed in over 240 territories worldwide.
This renewed popularity has generated repeat fees, significantly boosting earnings for its cast, including Meghan Markle.
NBCUniversal, which manages the series' sales, has not disclosed specific royalty details, but estimates suggest the Duchess of Sussex could have earned nearly $200,000 (£155,000) from Netflix alone.
This income is in addition to her per-episode earnings during her tenure as the fiery paralegal Rachel Zane from 2011 to 2017, when she left the show upon her engagement to Prince Harry.
Suits has defied expectations, making headlines in 2023 for its exceptional performance on Netflix and Peacock. It became the most-streamed show of the year, dominating charts for 12 consecutive weeks.
The BBC recently secured UK rights for iPlayer, reportedly outbidding ITV for the deal. Financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, including any potential earnings for Meghan.
When asked about the show's unexpected popularity last year, Meghan described it as 'wild', expressing surprise over its renewed success.
According to NBC sources, principal performers like Meghan receive royalties, known as 'residuals', from global sales.
Estimates from media sources suggest that Netflix paid approximately $37.5 million (£29.5 million) to license Suits, with actors potentially earning a percentage of this amount.
