Stars of The Gentlemen react to Meghan rumours
It has been almost two weeks since reports emerged that the Duchess of Sussex was in talks for a role in The Gentlemen.
At the world premiere for series two of the Netflix show on Wednesday night, stars including Maya Jama, Hugh Bonneville and Theo James remained tight-lipped about the prospect of Meghan joining the cast.
“It’s fascinating to watch, but ultimately it’s a lot of rumour,” James told BBC News, while Jama said: “I’d be the last person to know!”
The show’s executive producer said he didn't want to say yes or no to the reports about Meghan, but added they were looking forward to “more energy and surprises” to come.
The Gentlemen, a comedy action series about a duke turned drug baron, created by Guy Ritchie, was a major hit when it first dropped in 2024.
The show has officially been greenlit for a third series. Talks with Meghan are understood to be in the early stages, but the details of the discussions and any role she might be offered have not yet been revealed.
Ray Winstone, Theo James, Kaya Scodelario and Guy Ritchie pose for pictures at the premiere of The Gentlemen series 2
The drizzle cleared up as stars arrived at Guildhall, with Vinnie Jones, Kaya Scodelario, Joely Richardson and Ray Winstone all in attendance.
When asked about the reports regarding Meghan, Jones said he's heard “only what you have".
But he joked: “We’ve got a lot of pretty women in this. So I’m not sure there’s room for any more.”
"Way above my pay grade," Scodelario said, while Bonneville commented he had “no idea” if there was any truth to the rumours.
"Prince Harry's in it," declared James. "He's playing one of my love interests."
Meghan in talks for role in Netflix series The Gentlemen, BBC understands
Jama, meanwhile, said that as a newcomer herself to the cast, she had no tips to share with Meghan.
