Meghan Markle once again found herself in the spotlight after sharing a set of heartfelt tributes to her daughter, Princess Lilibet, as she turned four on June 4, 2025. To mark the occasion, the Duchess of Sussex posted three different messages online, each one dedicated to her little girl.
The first image showed Lilibet looking directly at the camera, though Meghan’s arm was placed across the lower part of her face — a familiar choice for the couple, who have always been careful about protecting their children’s privacy. The picture was accompanied by Meghan’s affectionate words: “Happy birthday to our beautiful girl! It’s been four years since she joined our world, and every single day since has been filled with more light and joy. We appreciate all the love and warm messages for her on this beautiful day!”
She followed that with another photo — Prince Harry gazing lovingly at Lilibet as a newborn — and a more recent snapshot of Harry and his daughter holding hands as they walked without shoes, seemingly near their California home. Meghan’s caption read: “A truly special bond that continues to blossom 💕 A cherished girl who doubles as her father’s fearless explorer. Happy birthday, Lili!”
But it was Meghan’s final post that stirred the most conversation. In a video clip, she and Harry could be seen dancing in a hospital room shortly before Lilibet’s arrival, with an upbeat song playing in the background.
The clip sparked a wave of divided opinions. Even though supporters showered them with compliments for their joy and openness, critics were quick to question its appropriateness. Some doubted whether Meghan had carried Lilibet herself, while others argued that such intimate moments should never have been shared publicly. Supporters defended the Duchess, calling out the negativity and pointing out how much happiness the video reflected.
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Regardless of the debate, one thing remained clear — Meghan and Harry poured their hearts into celebrating Lilibet’s milestone, reminding everyone that their focus was on love, family, and creating special memories together.
