Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have shared their 2024 Christmas card, featuring a rare photo of their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The card, which also includes images from their trips to Nigeria and Colombia, offers a glimpse into the Sussex family's holiday spirit and hints at future plans involving their children.
- A rare royal family photo shared
- Their holiday card includes travel highlights
- Harry has plans for Invictus Games involvement
A rare shot
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, have delighted fans by unveiling their 2024 Christmas card, which features a rare photo of their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The card, released on December 16, offers a heartwarming glimpse into the Sussex family’s festive celebrations in Montecito, California. The couple's children, aged five and three, are seen playing with their parents and their three dogs, showcasing how much they have grown. This is a rare public appearance for the children, who have largely stayed out of the spotlight.
The holiday card features six images, with the most striking being the one where Archie and Lilibet are seen running towards their parents' open arms. Lilibet, with her long red hair styled in ringlets, wears a white sundress adorned with a blue floral pattern, while Archie sports a green sweater and jeans, matching his sister's auburn hair. The image captures a joyful family moment amid reports that Prince Harry is cautious about sharing images of his children publicly.
In addition to the family photo, the card includes pictures from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent trips to Nigeria and Colombia. These images highlight the couple's ongoing global engagements and charitable efforts. The card, accompanied by a festive message from the Sussexes' office and their Archewell Foundation, extends holiday greetings and wishes for a joyful new year.
Despite the couple's efforts to maintain their children's privacy, there are indications that Prince Harry and Meghan are considering involving Archie and Lilibet in future public engagements. Sources suggest that the couple is planning to bring their children to the Invictus Games in 2025.
"The Sussexes have been very involved with the organizational elements of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler events," an insider shared, suggesting that the games will remain a family affair. Royal author Tom Quinn also noted that the couple is proud of their children and plans to include them in future tours as they grow older.
Can't be too careful
Harry and Meghan's commitment to privacy has been most evident in their limited public appearances with their children. For example, while Archie was born in May 2019, the couple chose not to share photos of him with the public immediately, instead releasing one carefully curated image.
When Lilibet was born in June 2021, they again kept her out of the media spotlight, only revealing her name and some details through private family announcements.
On rare occasions when the couple has allowed glimpses of their children, such as in holiday cards or special moments shared through their charitable initiatives, these photos have been intimate and often centered around family life, rather than public engagements.
They have also refrained from sharing excessive details about their children's daily lives or their personalities.
In addition to keeping their children out of the spotlight, Harry and Meghan have been vocal about the importance of setting boundaries between their public and private lives. They want to protect their children's right to grow up without being subjected to constant media attention, while also maintaining their roles as public figures and advocates for causes they care about.
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Ultimately, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s approach to raising their children reflects their desire to prioritize their family's well-being and to provide Archie and Lilibet with a childhood that is as normal and private as possible, despite their royal heritage.
Their decision to shield their children from the public eye has sparked both support and criticism, but it is an essential part of their overall commitment to personal autonomy and privacy.
