Meghan Markle returns to Hollywood: Duchess films first acting role in eight years

Meghan Markle is ready to take on acting endeavours once again after a decade away from Hollywood to become a royal.

The Duchess of Sussex was seen filming on Wednesday, November 5, in Pasadena, California, for Close Personal Friends, a forthcoming Amazon MGM Studios comedy starring Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid, and Henry Golding.

Markle will reportedly play herself in the upcoming movie.

“She has a small part and seemed very relaxed and happy,” a production insider told PEOPLE.

The source added, “She introduced herself to everyone and was very sweet and down-to-earth.”

It is important to mention that the project marks the 44-year-old’s first acting tole since leaving Suits.

According to a studio source quoted by The Sun, this appearance is “her way of gently putting her toe back in the water” after years away from Hollywood.

“It’s a massive moment for her and a return to doing what she truly loves,” the tipster continued, adding, “Everyone involved has been sworn to secrecy about her part.”

However, Prince Harry is reportedly “really supportive” of his wife’s return to acting and “wants Meghan to do whatever brings her joy”.

To note, Meghan, who met Harry in 2016 during her time on Suits, stepped away from acting after their 2017 engagement.