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Meghan Markle planning ‘movie career that could earn her millions’

She may be heading to a cinema near you in the not so distant future

Meghan Markle is reportedly planning on a comeback movie career.

And the former senior royal, 39, could earn millions if it goes her way.

Meghan has become one of the most famous women in the since coupling up with Prince Harry.

And some movie execs apparently think this could spell big bucks at the box office.

According to The Mirror, Meghan even chose their new £11 million Santa Barbara home because it is only a few hours drive away from Hollywood.

Meghan Markle could make millions as a movie actress

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Meghan and Harry now have a huge mortgage to pay off (Credit: SplashNews.com)

What’s more, as they reportedly took out a hefty £7.25 million mortgage on the property, both are likely looking for fast money spinners.

Hollywood director Paul Feig, who has directed the likes of Ghostbusters and Bridesmaids, said he’d love to cast her.

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He told the paper: “Meghan – bring it on. I would love to have you in a movie. I think she is great. I’m a fan.”

InterTalent chairman Professor Jonathan Shalit OBE seems just as keen.

He also said she could have huge earning potential.

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Meghan reportedly chose her new Montecito home for its proximity to Los Angeles (Credit: SplashNews.com)

Prof Jonathan said: “Whatever role she does everyone is going to want to see her. We are talking a $50million [£38million] fee.”

When Meghan was first interviewed with Prince Harry for the BBC, she said she didn’t mind walking away from acting.

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She said in their official engagement interview that it was worth it if it meant marrying Harry.

Meghan said: “I just see it as a change… It’s a new chapter, right? And also keep in mind I’ve been working on my show for seven years.

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Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior royals in March, and said they wish to become financially independent (Credit: SplashNews.com)

“So we were very, very fortunate to be able to have that sort of longevity on a series, and for me once we hit the 100 episode marker I thought, you know what, I have – I have ticked this box and I feel really proud of the work I have done there and now it’s time to, as you said work – work as a team with – with you [Prince Harry].”

Although Meghan is most well known for her role as Rachel Zane in Suits, she has appeared in some movies.

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She had small roles in blockbuster movies such as Horrible Bosses, Remember Me and Get Him to the Greek.

She also starred in several made-for-television movies: When Sparks Fly and Dater’s Handbook.

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Nancy Brown
Associate Editor