Meghan Markle turns 45: a low-key party in Montecito, with pool dips and dancing commented by Harry.

Meghan Markle has turned 45. On August 4th, the Duchess of Sussex celebrated her birthday and shared some snapshots of her day on Instagram: no pomp or star-studded dinners, just the right company and the affection of her family.

To thank her followers for their well wishes, Meghan posted two black-and-white photos of herself in a casual outfit, diving into the pool with a big smile and a bunch of balloons in her hand. Even in this spontaneous moment, she was elegant: a black one-piece swimsuit and classic sunglasses, along with a message of gratitude to everyone who had a thought for her.

In her Instagram stories, the Duchess shared other moments from the day, appearing in a very unusual outfit: sweatpants, a headband, and a white T-shirt with the words "It's Giving Mrs." In the living room of the Montecito villa, Meghan dances barefoot to the tune of "Happy Birthday," while Prince Harry's voice can be heard in the background, jokingly commenting on her performance. In the next video, the couple tries, without much success, to get their dogs, the Labrador Pula and the beagle Mia, to wear party hats.

The decision to celebrate in a low-key manner is not surprising: Harry and Meghan are known for their distance from traditional court life, preferring a more informal style. The celebrations come at a delicate time for the royal family, which is trying to repair its relationship with King Charles, Harry's father, after years of tension.