From Hollywood to Buckingham Palace: Meghan’s Story

Born in 1981 in Los Angeles, Meghan Markle grew up in a biracial family. Her early life was shaped by activism and creativity

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She found success as an actress, most notably for her role as Rachel Zane in the TV series Suits, gaining global recognition

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Long before royalty, Meghan was involved in gender equality and social justice work, even addressing the UN Women’s conference

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Meghan’s relationship with Prince Harry went public in 2016, sparking media frenzy and public fascination

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In May 2018, Meghan married Prince Harry in a historic and inclusive royal wedding watched by millions worldwide

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After marriage, she became the Duchess of Sussex and took on official royal duties, championing causes close to her heart

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Meghan faced intense and often unfair media criticism, especially from British tabloids, leading to growing public debates

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In 2020, Meghan and Harry stepped back from royal duties, seeking independence and mental peace in North America

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Now based in California, Meghan works on content production, podcasts, books, and continues her activism through Archewell Foundation

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