Meghan Markle reportedly celebrated her son Archie’s fourth birthday with a low-key party at their Montecito, California home.
While Prince George and other cousins took center stage at the coronation of King Charles, Archie enjoyed a private celebration at the couple’s luxurious £11 million mansion.
According to sources close to the royal couple, Meghan baked a lemon cake for the occasion using fruit from their garden.
However, there seems to be a discrepancy in the information provided.
Lemons are not typically ripe for picking at this time of year, suggesting that Meghan’s claim may not be entirely accurate.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry made sure to return in time for part of Archie’s birthday celebration.
He reportedly arrived at Los Angeles International Airport around 7:30 PM local time.
Contrary to previous expectations, no celebrities attended Archie’s birthday party.
Despite earlier announcements from Meghan’s PR team, including names like Serena Williams, Governor Newsom, Oprah Winfrey, and Ellen, it appears that none of them were in attendance.
It is possible that Meghan extended invitations to these individuals, but given their lower standing in the Hollywood hierarchy, it is unlikely that they would have accepted.
In fact, on the same day, Kim Kardashian hosted a birthday party for one of her children, which likely attracted the A-listers and their parents.
Amidst the celebrations, a friend of the Sussexes, Misan Harriman, shared a heartwarming image of Archie with a portrait of Princess Diana.
The photograph served as a touching tribute, capturing the young prince with his hand placed on the portrait.
Harriman’s Instagram post garnered over 15,000 likes, although it received criticism for seemingly shading the royal family.
It is evident that Archie’s birthday was celebrated by the Sussex family and their close friend Harriman.
The Daily Mail reports that King Charles, despite the ongoing tension with Prince Harry, raised a glass to toast Archie’s fourth birthday at Buckingham Palace.
This gesture served as a poignant tribute to his grandson, whom he has had limited contact with.
The occasion took place during a private family gathering following the King’s coronation at Westminster Abbey and appearance on the palace balcony.
Although Harry was extended an invitation to join the family lunch, he chose to return to California to celebrate Archie’s special day.
While most members of the royal family were relieved by his absence, the King appeared genuinely upset and disappointed.
Before the meal commenced, Prince William took a moment to congratulate his father on the momentous day.
Charles expressed his gratitude to everyone involved in making the day memorable and raised a glass to his three grandchildren: Prince George, who also served as a page of honor, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
Additionally, he made a point of toasting those who were not present, including his other grandson, Archie, wishing him a happy birthday wherever he may be.
According to a well-placed source, this was a particularly sweet moment for the family.
Despite the ongoing acrimony, the King’s heartfelt gesture demonstrated his love for his absent grandchildren and his desire for them to be included in the celebration.