Meghan Markle celebrated her 45th birthday by posting previously unseen photos of herself jumping into a pool on Instagram. The black and white images show her in a swimsuit and sunglasses holding balloons with ‘happy birthday’ written on them as she leaps into the water. Accompanying the pictures, she expressed gratitude for the birthday wishes.

The Duchess of Sussex spent her birthday at home in California with her husband, Prince Harry, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Recently, she appeared in public to promote Cookie Queens, a documentary she and Harry produced, sharing insights from Harry’s military experience during a Q&A session.

In addition to her documentary work, Meghan showcased her lifestyle brand, As Ever, featuring a new blackberry spread product and sharing a recipe for an ice-cream sundae using her raspberry spread and flower sprinkles. Last month, she visited the UK with her family, including stops at Highgrove and Althorp, where Princess Diana is buried.

During their trip, the Sussex family also enjoyed time in Portugal, with photos showing them at the beach and in a swimming pool. Reports suggest they visited a remote island in Scotland owned by billionaire Ian Wace, a friend of Harry’s, where guests can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and engage in various activities. Subscribe to the Royal newsletter for more exclusive royal news and updates.