Meghan Markle is marking her 45th birthday today, following her recent return to the UK after a long absence. The Duchess of Sussex has been busy this year with various engagements both internationally and in the US. It is anticipated that she will have a relaxed celebration at home with her family to observe this special day.
Traditionally, Meghan has chosen to keep her birthday festivities private, opting for intimate gatherings with her spouse and children rather than hosting extravagant parties. A close friend of the Duchess shared that this year’s celebration will be no exception to this low-key approach.
Sources close to Meghan revealed to Hello! Magazine that she desires a laid-back day surrounded by loved ones for her 45th birthday. Once the celebrations are over, she plans to dive back into her work commitments.
In previous years, Meghan has shared glimpses of her birthday celebrations on social media. Last year, she posted a photo blowing out candles on a birthday cake in a Los Angeles restaurant, expressing gratitude for the well-wishes from fans. Her lifestyle brand, As Ever, also extended birthday greetings to the Duchess on Instagram.
During her time as a working member of the Royal Family, Meghan’s birthday would typically be acknowledged by the Palace with a portrait and a heartfelt message, as is customary for senior royals. However, it is expected that there will be no official message this year for the sixth consecutive time. Nonetheless, former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond suggested that King Charles might privately acknowledge the day as the Sussexes work on repairing their relationship.
Meghan has previously shared her sentimental birthday traditions, inspired by her mother, where she reflects on her life and makes wishes for the future. She has expressed a consistent wish for “more surprises, adventure, opportunities to grow, laughter, delicious meals, and inspiration” each year.
In 2021, to commemorate her 40th birthday, Meghan launched the ’40×40′ initiative aimed at supporting women returning to work post-pandemic. However, the project was quietly discontinued after facing challenges in implementation.
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