Meghan Markle Shares Rare Video of Princess Lilibet, 5 — and Reveals Her Surprising Childhood Secret

Meghan Markle has delighted followers with a rare glimpse of her daughter, Princess Lilibet, while opening up about a side of her childhood that few people knew about. The 45-year-old Duchess of Sussex marked the eighth anniversary of her As Ever brand with a personal video featuring family memories, old photographs and a sweet moment with her five-year-old daughter.

The video offered a look at Meghan’s life before royal fame. Alongside childhood pictures and a photograph with Prince Harry, she included footage of little Lilibet helping to make jam. The intimate family moment gave viewers another unusual glimpse into the Sussexes’ private world.

In her accompanying message, Meghan revealed that her interest in business began when she was just eight years old. Using her grandmother’s Singer sewing machine, she made hair scrunchies and sold them for one dollar each. She later sold Girl Scout cookies, ran lemonade stands and worked at a frozen yogurt shop, among other jobs.

 

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The former actress explained that she had always possessed an entrepreneurial spirit. Remembering something she once wrote on her lifestyle blog, The Tig, Meghan repeated the idea that behind every successful woman stands the woman herself. However, she emphasized that personal determination is only part of the story, highlighting the importance of a loving community, reliable supporters and a dedicated team.

Reflecting on the growth of As Ever and the introduction of its holiday collection, Meghan admitted that the experience sometimes feels almost unreal. She expressed pride in what her team has accomplished and thanked everyone involved in bringing her vision to life.

 

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The family video comes amid renewed attention surrounding Meghan and Harry’s relationship with Britain. After six years living in the United States, the couple reportedly returned to the United Kingdom with their children. Meghan had also shared glimpses of herself handling household tasks following the move to London.

Their return has not been without controversy. Harry’s recent appearance at a British school prompted online criticism, with some viewers describing him as looking tired and directing blame toward Meghan. Meanwhile, the couple’s security arrangements have continued to attract attention. British Prime Minister Andrew Burnham described the matter as their personal responsibility, while critics questioned the possibility of publicly funded protection.

 

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Meghan and Harry married in 2018, joining two of the world’s most closely watched families. Two years later, they stepped away from senior royal duties and relocated to the United States. Their relationship with the royal family has remained strained, particularly following the publication of Harry’s memoir Spare, which included serious allegations concerning his relatives.

Despite the ongoing controversy, Meghan’s latest post focused on something far more personal: her journey from a little girl selling handmade accessories to a mother sharing her love of creating things with her own daughter.