Meghan Markle celebrated her 45th birthday this week by sharing photos of herself leaping into a swimming pool with a collection of balloons. The Duchess of Sussex posted the images to mark the occasion and thank supporters for their birthday well-wishes. According to reports, the photos were captured by a friend during an early celebration in California rather than on the day itself.
This birthday follows a summer trip to Europe for the family. The group traveled through Portugal before heading to the United Kingdom, where Prince Harry attended events for the 2027 Invictus Games. The family also visited Althorp, the childhood estate of the late Princess Diana, to spend time with Charles Spencer and his wife, Cat Jarman.
Since returning to California, Meghan has resumed professional activities. She recently attended a screening of the documentary Cookie Queens, a project produced by the couple through their company, Archewell. The film is set for release on August 7. Meghan spoke at the event about her past experiences as a Girl Scout and the sense of community she finds in her daily life in Montecito.
Meghan and Prince Harry have resided in their 5.3-acre Montecito estate since 2020. The property includes a swimming pool, tennis court, and extensive gardens. The family moved there after stepping away from their roles as senior working members of the royal family. They now focus on their various production projects and family life while remaining part of the neighborhood that includes residents like Oprah Winfrey and Katy Perry.