Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is commemorating her 45th birthday today. After recently returning to the UK for the first time in several years, she has had a busy year with various trips abroad and within the US for engagements. It is anticipated that she will opt for a low-key celebration at home with her family to mark this special occasion.
In previous years, Meghan has chosen to keep her birthday festivities private, spending time at home with her husband and children rather than hosting lavish celebrity gatherings at her California residence. A close friend of the Duchess revealed that this year will follow the same pattern.
According to a source close to Meghan as reported by Hello! Magazine, she desires to have a relaxed day surrounded by loved ones on her 45th birthday and plans to swiftly return to work once the celebrations conclude.
Last year, Meghan, born on August 4, 1981, shared a photo of herself blowing out candles on a birthday cake in a Los Angeles restaurant, expressing gratitude for the warm birthday wishes from her fans. Her lifestyle brand, As Ever, also extended birthday wishes to her on their Instagram account, thanking her for a successful year.
During her time as a working member of the Royal Family, the Palace traditionally acknowledged Meghan’s birthday with a portrait and a heartfelt birthday message, a practice observed for all senior royals. However, it is speculated that this year might be the sixth consecutive year without a formal message. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond suggested that King Charles may privately acknowledge the day as the Sussexes work on repairing their relationship with the King.
In past reflections on her birthday, Meghan shared on her former blog, The Tig, that she views birthdays as personal New Year moments, envisioning resolutions and aspirations for the year ahead, a tradition inspired by her mother, Doria.
To celebrate her 40th birthday in 2021, Meghan launched the ’40×40′ initiative, aiming to assist women in returning to work post-pandemic by engaging 40 influential friends to mentor and support women re-entering the workforce. Unfortunately, the project was quietly abandoned after encountering obstacles.
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