Meet Meghan: From Royal Press to Talk‑Show Tones
A Big‑Screen Appearance After the Royal Breakup
In a surprise tour‑de‑force, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, finally put a smile on her face for a TV audience and joined Ellen DeGeneres for a spot that’s set to air in the U.S. on Thursday. It’s her first big‑screen gig since the couple stepped out of the royal spotlight and gave their shock interview with Oprah in March.
The Real‑Life Road Trip to Auditions
Meghan opened up about the yesteryears of chasing roles in Hollywood. “I owned this sluggish old Ford Explorer Sport, and at some point the key on the driver’s side just … stopped doing its job,” she chuckled. “So I’d park in the back of the lot, pop the trunk open, climb in, slam the door shut, then wriggle around the seats to get out.” That’s how she made her way in and out of audition rooms.
Fun fact: she later ditched the keys, and now the keys are a thing of the past.
From “Suits” to “Archewell” and Beyond
After quitting the throne and relocating to California, Meghan and Harry have largely focused on:
- Crushing the world of Archewell – a foundation tackling everything from media misinformation to women’s rights, hunger, and mental health.
- Putting their creative energies into Netflix and Spotify productions – TV series and podcasts that let them share their story on their own terms.
- Keeping public appearances thin – mostly charitable events that align with their causes, rather than random paparazzi sightings.
So there you have it: Meghan Markle, once a Hollywood dashing actress, now a reality‑talk‑show legend, a royal reformer, and a podcast pioneer. One look at her recent laughter on Ellen and you’ll know she’s come a long way from the carriage‑laden expectations of a princess.
