'Suits': Why Harvey Specter and Donna Paulsen's match is the most fulfilling and fitting for the show
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: 'Suits' is a popular series that aired on the USA Network from 2011 - 2019. At its core, the show is about the workings of a law firm, but the show runs deep into an emotional gambit of relationships between its central characters.
Romance takes center stage as characters Mike Ross (Patrick J. Adams) and Rachael Zane (Meghan Markle) navigate their love amid the extreme demands of their professional lives.
A romance that slipped under the radar for the first seven seasons only for it to explode in the final two seasons was the relationship between Harvey Specter (Gabriel Macht) and Donna Paulsen (Sarah Rafferty).
Harvey is a widely popular character from the show, renowned for his legal acumen and negotiation skills, which make him the most sought-after lawyer in New York.
Donna Paulsen is the perfect secretary to Harvey and her quick wit and assertive nature help her wriggle through difficulties.
As the seasons progressed, 'Suits' fans couldn't help but notice the undeniable chemistry between the two characters and began to envision them together. They even nicknamed them 'Darvey'
After waiting for seven seasons, they finally admit their feelings for each other in Episode 16 of Season 8.
Here's a look at why their relationship is fulfilling and fitting for the show.
Harvey and Donna have telepathic chemistry
Right from the very beginning of the show, we witness Harvey and Donna sharing telepathic chemistry as Donna understands what Harvey wants even without him saying it.
Donna is perhaps the only person who can match Harvey's brilliance, having worked alongside him for years.
In Season 2, Episode 7, she even comes close to admitting her feelings for Harvey when put on the spot by Loius Litt (Rick Hoffman).
The chemistry is what made fans want them together, despite the makers continually delaying it until finally delivering the perfect payoff.
Harvey and Donna are always there for each other
Harvey and Donna often find themselves in various predicaments, both legal and personal, yet they consistently prioritize protecting and standing by each other.
Whether it is about protecting the secret behind Mike's false degree or the times their firm gets into trouble with people potentially trying to take over their law firm.
Being in the kind of work environment they are in, this is a wholesome quality to have as a couple.
Harvey and Donna can be vulnerable in front of each other
Harvey Specter is arguably the most confident man walking around the streets of New York City. He's often referred to as the best closer ever. But when it comes to allowing himself to be vulnerable, he finds himself being around only one person, Donna.
Donna is a witty, confident, and assertive woman who remains unruffled in the face of adversity. But when she is, her eyes start looking for Harvey and they inevitably come up with a solution together.
Harvey and Donna have tried other relationships and failed
Both Harvey and Donna have tried to be with other people only to realize that it will not work out in the long run. Harvey ends his relationships with a reluctance to commit long-term, while Donna, despite her efforts to be with other people feels something is missing.
The fans could perceive it even before the characters themselves, recognizing that their ultimate destiny was to inevitably gravitate toward each other.
Having known each other for a long time, they possess a deep understanding of one another and are aware of the demands of their work commitments as well.
Harvey and Donna have the most impulsive wedding ever
In the final episode of the series, Harvey impulsively decides to ask Donna to marry her the same day. He acknowledges having wasted a lot of time in admitting his feelings for Donna and expresses his desire not to waste any more time.
Donna and Harvey get married the same night in an intimate ceremony giving the fans the payoff they had been asking for over 8 years.
How to stream 'Suits'?
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All episodes of 'Suits' are streaming on Peacock.
