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- Meghan Markle Shares Sweet 42nd Birthday Tribute to Husband Prince Harry: ‘Simply the Best’ (usmagazine.com)
Meghan Markle Honors Prince Harry with Heartfelt 42nd Birthday Tribute
Meghan Markle celebrated her husband Prince Harry’s 42nd birthday with a touching Instagram post on Tuesday, September 15. The 45-year-old duchess shared a montage of family moments featuring Harry and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, captioning it simply, “He’s simply the best.” The tribute was set to an acoustic cover of Tina Turner’s classic “Simply the Best” by The Hound + The Fox, accompanied by a loving message: “Happy birthday, my love ❤️.”
This birthday marks Harry’s first in the United Kingdom since the family’s return last month after six years living abroad. Meghan, Harry, Archie (7), and Lilibet (5) relocated back to Harry’s native country in late August, with the children beginning school in their new home.
Earlier in the week, Meghan shared another Instagram montage celebrating their return to the UK, capturing family moments such as boat rides, woodland strolls, and Lilibet riding her bike with Archie cheering her on. The post was accompanied by the Union Jack and a red heart emoji, symbolizing their new chapter.
However, shortly after starting school, Archie and Lilibet switched to a different institution due to security concerns. A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex clarified that the decision was made after discussions with their security team and was not a reflection on the quality of care or the school itself. The family remains grateful for the teachers’ support.
Since news of their return surfaced in August, sources have indicated that Harry is happier back in the UK compared to his life in the U.S. The family plans to live outside central London while maintaining their residences in Montecito, California, and a vacation home in Portugal, where they have a supportive community.
Meghan is expected to continue managing her As Ever lifestyle brand from the UK, while Harry is set to engage in several upcoming public appearances, including the WellChild Awards on September 21. According to sources, Harry remains mindful of his royal background when considering opportunities and aims to find partnerships that align with his values and provide sustainable support for his family’s future.