• Duchess Meghan turned 43 on Sunday
  • She was snubbed by the royal family
  • The royals remained silent 

Meghan Markle found herself in a silent echo chamber as her 43rd birthday passed without a peep from Buckingham Palace. Historically, senior royals have received public birthday nods, but Meghan's recent years have seen a shift. Is this the ultimate proof of the frosty relations between the Sussexes and the rest of the Royal Family?

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Past celebrations turned past tense

Remember the days when William and Kate would cheerfully tweet birthday wishes to Meghan? Those days seem as distant as the British monarchy's unblemished facade before the Sussexes' explosive Oprah interview and Harry's tell-all memoir, "Spare." The couple's departure from royal duties and move to the U.S. have only widened the gap, with Meghan's absence from the King's coronation and Harry's physical and emotional distance from royal events highlighting the divide.

Despite the royal radio silence, Meghan likely spent her day surrounded by friends, family, and plans for positive change. With a recent CBS interview alongside Harry, she continues to champion causes close to her heart, including online safety for children. Furthermore, whispers of a "quasi" royal tour to Colombia with Harry suggest the Sussexes are crafting a legacy on their own terms.

What's next for the Sussexes and The Firm?

As speculation swirls, the future of the Sussexes' relationship with the Royal Family remains as unpredictable as British weather. Will there be reconciliation, or have the bridges been burnt to cinders? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: Meghan and Harry are marching to the beat of their own drum, with or without royal approval.

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