Break out the green juice and manifesting crystals. Meghan Markle is officially 44 today, and she’s ringing in her birthday with more intention than ever. Most people celebrate their birthdays with balloons, cake, and maybe a spa day. Meghan sees the occasion a little differently. For her, August 4th isn’t just a marker of another trip around the sun. It’s what she calls her “personal New Year.” Whether you’re a fan of the Duchess or still side-eyeing the whole royal exit, one thing’s for sure: Meghan takes her birthday seriously. And this year, she’s embracing it as a chance to reflect, reset, and refocus. Meghan isn’t just blowing out candles today. She’s setting herself up for a great year. For her, birthdays aren’t about aging; they’re about aligning. Whether you agree with her choices or not, you can’t deny the woman knows how to make a moment meaningful.
Meghan Markle Turns 44 today
Meghan is no stranger to public attention. Since stepping into the global spotlight as Prince Harry’s other half, and then stepping away from royal duties in a move that shook Buckingham Palace. She’s become one of the most talked-about women in the world. But despite the headlines, Meghan has always been big on personal growth, self-reflection, and carving her own path.
Now that she’s celebrating her 44th birthday, Meghan seems more grounded and intentional than ever. In recent years, she’s been focusing on her family and her advocacy work. And a steady rebranding that includes podcasting, production deals, and even the soft launch of her new lifestyle brand, As Ever. In a PR email statement, As Ever noted, “We hope you’ve been having a beautiful summer. Enjoying the adventure of travel or the calm of home, finding beauty in the little things, and perhaps trying something new. This affirmed all of the love, time and effort our team, and our founder, poured into curating this blend to evoke the sun drenched spirit of Napa Valley, and the breathtaking tenor of the California Coast.”
And while we don’t know exactly how she’s celebrating this year. Though if past birthdays are any clue, there’s probably a low-key dinner with Harry and the kids, followed by gratitude journaling. We do know that Meghan treats every birthday like a fresh chapter. On the eve of her big day, she posted about her new endeavor: rosé wine. According to an archived blog post from her pre-royal days on her now-defunct lifestyle site The Tig, Meghan believes birthdays are more than just parties. They’re personal milestones that should be celebrated with purpose.
Here’s why she considers birthdays to be a personal New Year
Long before she was a duchess, Meghan was already dropping pearls of wisdom about everything from self-worth to the power of reinvention. In a post, Meghan wrote: “My mom has always said that birthdays are your own personal New Year. Your own chance to make resolutions just for yourself and what you prognosticate for your year ahead. And while I’ve always loved that sentiment, I have to say that when I close my eyes and think of what I wish for, I come up with a blank. A big old happy blank.” That mindset stuck with her. And fans have noticed how she’s carried that energy into her 40s. Meghan’s version of birthday resolutions isn’t about losing 10 pounds or finally organizing the pantry. It’s about setting internal goals: being kinder to herself, pursuing projects that align with her values, and defining success on her own terms.
For fans of the royal, it is evident that Meg (can we call you Meg?) wants to approach life with a sense of gratitude. She wants to work hard, and not to be afraid to be ambitious. Fast forward to now. And that sentiment feels like the blueprint for everything Meghan’s done since stepping away from royal life in 2020. Sure, not every venture has been a home run. But she’s moving with intention. And that’s exactly what her “personal New Year” philosophy is all about.
It’s also worth noting that Meghan’s birthday this year comes at a pivotal time. With ongoing speculation about what’s next for the Sussexes, this birthday might mark more than just age 44. It could be the beginning of a major next act.
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