The Shocking Truth Behind Patrick J Adams' Departure from Suits After Season 7
Patrick J Adams' decision to depart Suits after Season 7 was driven by his belief that Mike Ross' story had reached its natural conclusion However, fans were delighted when Adams returned for Season 9 in a recurring role, adding an exciting twist to the show's narrative
Mike Ross, portrayed by Patrick J. Adams, captivated audiences from the very beginning of his journey on the television series Suits. Introduced in the pilot episode, Mike quickly became a beloved main character throughout the show's seven seasons. Viewers were immediately drawn to his relatable struggle as a young adult who resorted to taking multiple LSAT exams to support his grandmother's medical expenses after being expelled from college.
Fate intervened when Harvey Specter, during his search for an associate attorney at the Pearson Hardman law firm in New York City, unintentionally hired Mike. From that moment on, Mike's trajectory in both his legal career and personal life endeared him even more to fans. Sadly, his story came to a close with Adams' departure from Suits after the thrilling season 7 finale.
Patrick J. Adams Believed Mike's Story Was Complete In Suits Season 7
Markle's departure from Suits was influenced by her impending responsibilities as a member of the British Royal Family. However, Adams, who played Mike, had also been contemplating leaving the show since the first half of season six. He felt uncertain about the direction his character could take after being released from prison and making a commitment to prioritize underrepresented individuals over corporate interests. Adams expressed his concerns about integrating this version of Mike into the overall storyline.
So while Adams felt the pressure of being separated from his family, the actor also believed that Mike's story had reached its conclusion. The fact that Rachel was also leaving the show made it even more convenient for Mike to leave the law firm. However, the Suits season 7 finale did not mark the end of Adams' portrayal of Mike in the series.
Why Patrick J. Adams Returned For Suits Season 9 In A Recurring Role
Adams reprised his role as Mike in Suits' ninth and final season, returning to New York City due to a case he was working on. One of his clients found themselves entangled with one of Samantha Wheeler's clients, which created a conflict with his former law firm. When asked about his decision to come back to the USA Network series in a recurring capacity, Adams explained to Entertainment Tonight:
Adams saw it as an opportunity to commemorate the success of Suits and its remarkable nine seasons. Determined to bid farewell to his character and the show in a memorable way before the network pulled the plug, the actor embarked on a mission. Furthermore, considering the conclusion of Harvey and Donna Paulsen's storyline in the Suits series finale, where they relocated to Seattle to join Mike and Rachel at their law firm, it only made sense for Mike to make a comeback.
Sources: The Hollywood Reporter and Entertainment Tonight
