Meghan Markle’s 2010 Film Kiss With Russell Brand Resurfaces

Markle played Tatiana, a partygoer who appears in a scene with Brand’s character, rock star Aldous Snow. The film also starred Jonah Hill. The scene resurfaced after Brand discussed it on ITV’s “Loose Women” in May 2018, days before Markle and Harry’s wedding on May 19 at Windsor Castle.

“I don’t remember the film that much, I think I planted one on her in the scene,” Brand told the panel, adding that the kiss was scripted. He said he recalled it after seeing a clip and joked that it should be mentioned at the wedding. There has been no suggestion that Markle was involved in or knew about Brand’s offenses.

On November 5, 2026, a jury at Southwark Crown Court found Brand guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault after a four-week trial. The Metropolitan Police said the offenses involved four women and took place between 2004 and 2009. Brand was acquitted of two other rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault. He had denied the allegations.

Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy said Brand had used his influence and fame to offend against women. The judge remanded him in custody ahead of sentencing and warned that he faced a significant prison sentence.

Before her breakthrough as Rachel Zane in “Suits,” Markle appeared in television series including “General Hospital,” “CSI: NY,” “90210” and “Without a Trace,” as well as films such as “Remember Me” and “Horrible Bosses.” She played Rachel Zane from 2011 until 2018, leaving the series as she prepared to marry Harry.