Hey there, friends! Let me tell you something fascinating. The world has been buzzing about Meghan Markle's engagement to Prince Harry, but guess what? Not everyone knows about her early days in the world of acting. Believe it or not, the beautiful brunette has a surprising connection to the iconic soap opera, General Hospital! Now, before she became the beloved Rachel Zane on USA’s hit show Suits, Meghan was already making waves in Hollywood. Her acting journey kicked off way back in 2002 when she made a small but significant appearance on General Hospital as a nurse named Jill. Let’s dive deeper into this incredible story, shall we?
Early Beginnings: Meghan’s Debut on General Hospital
Back in 2002, Meghan Markle was just starting her career. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she had dreams bigger than the city that shaped her. In those early days, she took on various roles to build her craft, and one of those roles was playing a nurse named Jill on an episode of General Hospital. The episode aired on November 14, 2002, and featured some pretty dramatic storylines. AJ was desperate to win Courtney back after she dumped him, while Brenda, who was unwell, pleaded with Jason to take her back to Europe because she feared her condition was worsening. Meanwhile, Alexis had a fiery confrontation at the hospital with Alcazar, blaming him for her sister Kristina's death. In the middle of all this chaos, Meghan was likely in the background, reacting to the unfolding drama as Jill, a day player or extra. It was a small role, but it was the start of something extraordinary.
A Career in Full Swing
Fast forward to 2011, and Meghan had already built an impressive acting resume. She became a household name for her role as Rachel Zane on Suits, a show that captivated audiences worldwide. But her journey didn’t stop there. Meghan also appeared in other popular series like Without a Trace, CSI: NY, 90210, and Castle. She even graced the big screen in films like Get Him to the Greek and Horrible Bosses. Her talent and dedication were undeniable, and it wasn’t long before the world took notice.
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This is Meghan at the ALMA Awards Giving and Lifestyle Suite in 2006. (Photo Credit: Evans Ward/jpistudios.com)
Family Roots in Entertainment
Meghan’s father, Thomas W. Markle, played a crucial role in her early exposure to the entertainment world. He worked as a director of photography on the classic sitcom Married… With Children and was also a lighting director for several series, including General Hospital. Interestingly, his last episode on GH aired in 2012, which was long before Meghan made her appearance. Marc Anthony Samuel, who made his debut as Felix on GH in December 2012, never shared the screen with Meghan, but he still took to social media to congratulate his friend on her engagement to Prince Harry. "Congrats to my friend, Meghan Markle, and Prince Harry. Such exciting news!" he tweeted, spreading joy and support.
Before Meghan became the global sensation we know today, she started her career as a model and even appeared as one of the briefcase girls on the game show Deal or No Deal. Now, she's about to marry Prince Harry, fifth in line for the British throne, in early 2018. It's an incredible journey from a day player on General Hospital to becoming a Duchess. Her story is nothing short of inspiring.
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