Theo James Calls Meghan Markle Casting Rumors ‘Hot Air’

Key Developments:

• Theo James has described reports of Meghan Markle joining The Gentlemen as “mainly a lot of hot air” and joked that Sarah Ferguson would play his love interest.
• Netflix has confirmed a third season of The Gentlemen, but Meghan Markle’s reported involvement remains unconfirmed, with recent reports offering differing accounts of the status of discussions.

London (Town&Country/People) — September 04, 2026: Actor Theo James has played down reports that Meghan Markle could join Netflix’s The Gentlemen for its third season, describing the speculation as “mainly a lot of hot air.”

James, who plays Eddie Horniman, the 13th Duke of Halstead, addressed the reports in an interview with Town & Country as the second season of the Guy Ritchie-created series was released on Netflix.

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Asked about the possibility of Meghan Markle appearing in the series, James jokingly said, “Yes, Fergie is joining. She’ll be playing my love interest,” referring to Sarah Ferguson, the former wife of Prince Andrew. He then clarified his view of the reports, saying, “No, I think that was mainly a lot of hot air.”

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry attend the 75th NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles on Feb. 15, 2026. Credit: Jim Poorten/NBAE via Getty.

James said the production was currently focused on the second season, while plans for a third season were still developing. He indicated that the series could expand into different countries, although specific story details had not yet been finalized.

The speculation surrounding Markle emerged in August after reports claimed she was being considered for a role in the third season. Subsequent reports have offered differing accounts of the status of those discussions. Reuters reported that the proposed casting had reportedly been dropped amid reported backlash, while BBC News said discussions were understood to be at an early stage and that no details about a potential role had been disclosed.

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At the second-season premiere in London, James also described the reports as “a lot of rumour” when speaking to BBC News. Series writer and executive producer Matthew Read declined to confirm or deny Markle’s possible involvement, saying it was not appropriate to speculate at that stage.

Eddie (James) with his season two love interest, Bella (Benedetta Porcaroli). CREDIT: Netflix.

Netflix has already confirmed a third season of The Gentlemen. The announcement was made before the second season premiered, with creator Guy Ritchie saying the show’s ambitions had expanded and that he was looking forward to pushing the series further.

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The second season follows Eddie as he continues expanding his criminal enterprise alongside Susie Glass, played by Kaya Scodelario. The new episodes broaden the setting beyond Britain, with parts of the story taking place in Italy and several new cast members joining the series.

Kaya Scodelario and James in The Gentlemen season two. CREDIT: Netflix.

For now, Markle’s involvement in The Gentlemen remains unconfirmed. James’ comments have added to the uncertainty surrounding reports of her potential return to a major acting role, while Netflix has yet to announce her as part of the show’s third-season cast.

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