Four years have passed since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle decided to step back from their royal duties. While the world continues to wonder about the reasons behind their decision, the couple has often mentioned their desire to escape constant public scrutiny.
Despite this claim, both Harry and Meghan have remained very much in the public eye. They’ve engaged in numerous interviews, authored a book, and embarked on tours reminiscent of royal engagements. Notably, they strive to shield their children from the relentless media attention.
Harry’s relationship with the press has been fraught with tension, particularly because he believes media intrusion led to his mother Princess Diana’s tragic death.
When their son Archie was born, Harry was initially reluctant to share details about the birth. However, adhering to royal family traditions, he and Meghan introduced Archie to the world from outside the Portland Hospital in London.
Harry and Meghan appeared with Archie in keeping with the royal family’s “unwritten contract” with the public.
The couple expressed, “Today The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are thrilled to share their first public moment as a family.”
Since then, Archie has rarely appeared in public photos.
The same privacy applies to their daughter, Lilibet, born in the United States. That changed with the release of a Netflix documentary about Harry and Meghan, where viewers gained a closer look into the family’s life in Montecito, California. Their home, often likened to “Fort Knox,” boasts tight security.
In this documentary, audiences caught glimpses of Archie and Lilibet.
When Lili turned one, the family hosted a small picnic at Frogmore Cottage, their UK residence at the time. Social media posts allowed the public a glimpse of the celebration.
Besides scattered appearances, glimpses of Archie and Lili were rare until recently. The family shared a photograph in their Christmas card, showcasing these young royals.
In December 2024, the Sussex family’s Christmas card featured several treasured family snapshots, including a heartwarming image of Archie and Lili.
In one touching picture, the children joyfully run towards their parents, the scene capturing the essence of family warmth. Notably, Lili’s striking auburn hair drew the attention and affection of many fans.
Their three beloved dogs, Guy, Pula, and Momma Mia, also made an appearance in the photos, adding to the familial charm.
Other images in the collection showcased family adventures, including memorable visits to Nigeria and Colombia.
The card concluded with a heartfelt message: “On behalf of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Archewell Productions, and Archewell Foundations, we wish you a very joyous Holiday Season and a delightful new year.”
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Emphasizing the values of love and peace, the message resonated warmly with many around the world.
