Meghan Markle’s Birthday Photo of Princess Lilibet Reveals the Ultimate Hand-Me-Down from Prince Archie

The Duchess of Sussex celebrated Lilibet’s 4th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram tribute — and a touching nod to big brother Archie

  • Meghan Markle wrapped Princess Lilibet in a blanket that previously belonged to Prince Archie in a new photo shared for Lilibet’s fourth birthday on June 4
  • PEOPLE confirms that Princess Lilibet was wrapped in the same G.H. Hurt & Son shawl that Prince Archie, now 6, wore for the royal photo call shortly after his birth in May 2019
  • G.H. Hurt & Son has supplied the British royal family with baby blankets since King Charles was born in 1948

A photo Meghan Markle posted for her daughter Princess Lilibet’s birthday also featured a special connection to her son, Prince Archie.

Prince Harry and Meghan’s daughter Lilibet turned 4 on June 4, and the Duchess of Sussex led the celebrations by posting two previously unseen pictures of her and Lilibet to Instagram.

PEOPLE confirms that Princess Lilibet was swaddled in the same merino wool blanket by British knitwear brand G.H. Hurt & Son that her big brother Prince Archie, now 6, wore for the official photo call organized to introduce him to the world when he was two days old.

The iconic British brand that has supplied baby shawls for the royal family since Queen Elizabeth had Prince Charles in 1948.

The newly unveiled picture of Meghan and Lilibet showed Lili as an infant snuggled close to her mother’s chest as the Duchess of Sussex held her daughter in bed. Infant Lili — who seemed to be asleep! — kept cozy in a striped hat as Meghan held her daughter in her arms.

Meghan Markle and Princess Lilibet in a photo she shared to Instagram on June 4, 2025.

“Happy birthday to our beautiful girl! Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it,” Meghan wrote below the Instagram carousel, which opened with a more recent shot of her and Lili snuggling close on a boat. “Thanks to all of those sending love and celebrating her special day!”

Prince Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, became a family of four when their daughter Lilibet was born at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in California on June 4, 2021, following their step back from their royal roles and U.S. move in 2020. The couple were already parents to Prince Archie, now 6, who made his public debut with more fanfare.

ll

Related Posts

“PINK OR BLUE?” Meghan Markle joyfully announces her THIRD child with Prince Harry, sending Britain into celebration. One burning question grips the nation—princess or prince? The secret is finally revealed…

BABY BUMPS AND BOMBSHELLS! Meghan Markle Drops Huge Hint She’s Expecting Baby Number 3! EXCLUSIVE: Is the Montecito mansion about to get a new nursery? Royal insiders…

SAD NEWS — 15 MINUTES AGO! Meghan Markle delivers a heartbreaking update from the U.S. about the health of Prince Harry, her voice heavy with emotion: “It is with profound sorrow that I must announce…”

The Resilience of a Royal: Navigating Prince Harry’s Health Journey In recent years, the health and well-being of Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, have become a…

1 MIN AGO: Prince William Just Made A Tragic Announcement: “A royal is gone — it’s…”

Prince William Announces the Passing of Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Kent A Sombre Day for the Monarchy: The Duke of Cambridge Shares News  Buckingham Palace released…

“PINK OR BLUE?” Meghan Markle joyfully announces her THIRD child with Prince Harry, sending Britain into celebration. One burning question grips the nation—princess or prince? The secret is finally revealed…

BABY BUMPS AND BOMBSHELLS! Meghan Markle Drops Huge Hint She’s Expecting Baby Number 3! EXCLUSIVE: Is the Montecito mansion about to get a new nursery? Royal insiders…

SHOCKING NEWS 2 MINUTES AGO! Sarah Ferguson storms into Buckingham Palace, screaming in tears with an URGENT report as her two daughters cling to each other, sobbing uncontrollably. The rumors are suddenly CONFIRMED. Her voice shatters the silence: “Oh my God… Prince Andrew has—”

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was officially evicted from Royal Lodge earlier this month. Royal Watch Magazine Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor reportedly shouted out one comment as he was evicted from his…

10 Minutes Ago. King Charles made an urgent announcement about Prince Andrew’s condition. Harry rushed onto a plane overnight to return home in time. The whole of England is mourning as the news broke that Prince Andrew has…

Just five minutes ago, an urgent and deeply unsettling announcement was delivered from the heart of the British monarchy. From within  Buckingham Palace, King Charles III addressed the nation with…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *