Fans Shocked to Discover Meghan Markle Once Played ‘Sleeping Beauty’ in Crime Drama Before Royal Life
Long before Meghan Markle became the Duchess of Sussex and a key player in one of the most polarizing chapters of the British royal family, she lived a very different life—one filled with acting gigs, red carpets, and unexpected cameos.
While many know Meghan for her breakout role as Rachel Zane in the hit series Suits, a surprising number of fans have only just discovered one of her lesser-known TV appearances that’s recently resurfaced online.
In a twist worthy of Hollywood itself, Meghan Markle once appeared as a modern-day Sleeping Beauty literally on the popular crime drama Castle.
Yes, the same Meghan Markle who now shares two royal children with Prince Harry and headlines global news once played a fairytale victim in a gritty police procedural.
The episode, titled “Once Upon a Crime,” aired in 2012 and featured Meghan as Charlotte Boyd, a young woman dressed as Sleeping Beauty, tragically murdered in a crime scene designed to mimic the classic fairy tale.
The storyline revolved around a serial killer staging elaborate crime scenes based on children’s stories, and Meghan’s role as a doomed princess quickly stood out for its eerie beauty and tragic twist and the irony hasn’t gone unnoticed by royal watchers.
Some find it oddly symbolic that Meghan’s character was named Charlotte, the same name later chosen by Prince William and Kate Middleton for their only daughter, Princess Charlotte.
It’s a bizarre coincidence that ties Meghan to the royal family in fiction long before her real-life royal connection would dominate headlines worldwide. At the time of her Castle appearance, Meghan had already started her role on Suits, which likely helped her land more notable guest spots across TV.
In addition to Castle, Meghan made cameos on shows like Fringe, CSI: NY, and 90210, showcasing her versatility and commitment to breaking into the industry.
Now, years later, clips of her fairy tale crime scene have gone viral, with fans commenting on how surreal it is to see the Duchess in such roles before her life took a royal turn.
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Some are even drawing parallels between her character’s fate and her current public image, suggesting the fairytale-themed role holds a deeper metaphor. Meghan Markle’s transition from TV actress to royal family member wasn’t just unexpected but it was historic.
When she married Prince Harry in 2018, she became one of the most Googled women in the world and one-half of what is now the most talked-about royal couple on the planet.
However, her Hollywood past continues to fascinate fans, especially as tensions with the royal family—including Prince William and Kate Middleton remain high.
The resurfaced Castle episode is just another reminder of Meghan’s journey from California actress to Duchess of Sussex, and now, a polarizing public figure navigating fame, criticism, and motherhood in the spotlight.
Despite the backlash she faces from some royal critics, Meghan’s acting days remain a favorite talking point among her loyal fans. They see her previous roles as a sign of her work ethic, creativity, and evolution—from fairy tale victim to real-life survivor.
As speculation grows over whether Meghan Markle will return to acting or focus on producing through Archewell Productions, fans continue to revisit her early work.
And thanks to streaming platforms and viral fan accounts, moments like her Sleeping Beauty scene in Castle are finding new life years after they first aired. For now, one thing is clear: whether on-screen or off, Meghan Markle remains a storyline the world can’t stop watching.
