Royal Family, Celebrities Skip Meghan Markle 44th Birthday Wishes

Meghan Markle was notably snubbed by the Royal Family and several high-profile celebrities, including Beyoncé and Tyler Perry, on her 44th birthday, marking a significant departure from past public acknowledgments. The last official birthday message from the Royal Family's social media accounts was in 2021 when she turned 40, shortly after she and Prince Harry stepped back from royal duties and relocated to California. While royal aides stated that only currently working Royal Family members receive official birthday recognition, this contradicts previous years when Meghan received messages from senior royals such as the Prince and Princess of Wales and Charles and Camilla. Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams noted that the release of Harry's memoir "Spare" and their 2021 Oprah interview severely strained relations between the Sussexes and the Royal Family, contributing to the lack of birthday wishes. The absence of public greetings from both the royals and celebrities has been widely perceived as a snub, highlighting ongoing tensions. Earlier years had seen public celebrations, including a birthday message from Beyoncé in 2021, underscoring the change in Meghan's public support network.