Gabriel Macht Talks About His Suits LA Cameo and Returning as Harvey Specter: ‘There Was a Sense of…’

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Gabriel Macht is stepping back into his iconic role as Harvey Specter for Suits LA, and the experience brought back strong emotions. Macht, who starred in the original Suits from 2011 to 2019, returns in the March 16 episode of Suits LA.

In an interview with Us Weekly, Macht expressed his delight at being back on set. “The atmosphere was warm and welcoming,” he said, reminiscing about his childhood in L.A., where he had full-circle moments that were quite thrilling.

Gabriel Macht expressed a powerful bond with the fresh Suits LA cast, finding them inviting, yet it was the team and shooting spots that brought back a deeply nostalgic feeling.

He mentioned that one of the camera operators was an old friend who had gone to high school with his cousin. He also shared that some scenes were shot at a baseball field where he used to practice in high school and at Factor’s Deli, a location near his childhood home, which he found especially meaningful.

Macht shared that his father, Stephen Macht, who played Professor Henry Gerard in the original Suits, also visited the set. He recalled seeing his father sitting in the stands watching the game even before greeting anyone, which brought back memories of being 15 and seeing him in the same way.

Macht didn’t disclose many details about Harvey Specter’s part in Suits LA, but he did suggest that there was a strong bond between Harvey and Ted Black, played by Stephen Amell. He explained that these two characters were good friends who had many shared qualities, such as mutual admiration, respect, and the ability to push each other to be better.

He mentioned that the show would explore their past, including their time working together in the District Attorney’s office. Macht also praised Amell’s performance in the lead role, describing him as a great person who was open, collaborative, and fantastic to work with.

Beyond Suits LA, Macht has taken on a new role as the creative director for Bear Fight Whiskey. He recently starred in the brand’s first-ever ad campaign, which featured him in a humorous fight scene with a man in a bear costume. He shared that everyone faces challenges, whether big or small, and described it as a universal theme in people’s lives.

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2025-03-17 11:09