Prince Harry and Meghan Markle officially step down as senior members of the royal family on March 31. In their 22 months of working as full-time senior royals together, they didn't only show how in love they were with each other; they showed their shared interest and passion for helping people. But after much scrutiny and criticisms, the Sussexes decided to step back from their royal roles. So, let's look back some of the most memorable moments in their lives in the monarchy.
Royal Wedding
The former actress officially joined the royal family when she tied the knot with the Duke of Sussex in May 2018. It was considered to be a fairytale wedding that took place at St George's Chapel and attended by the royal family and other A-list guests. An evening reception at Frogmore House followed the event.
Trooping the Colour
After a month, Meghan Markle made her Trooping the Colour debut with Prince Harry. The newlyweds joined other members of the royal family as they watched the traditional carriage procession on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to honor Queen Elizabeth II's birthday, per Hello! Magazine.
First Royal Tour
The royal couple embarked their first royal tour together in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Tonga in September, and it was all a success. They managed to charm the crowds and dignitaries. Meghan Markle was considered to be a breath of fresh air while her fashion looks from local designers, haute-couture, and the high street gave birth to "Meghan Effect."
Meghan Markle's Pregnancy
In October 2018, the royal couple announced they were expectant parents. Buckingham Palace released a statement about the former Suits star's pregnancy. The baby was set to arrive in spring of 2019, and the pair thanked all the people who showed their support to them since their wedding, Independent noted.
Archie's Arrival
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's lives changed forever with the arrival of their firstborn, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, on May 6, 2019. His birth was in time of his parents' first wedding anniversary. He was their greatest gift, and the public met him at his first-ever photocall at St George's Hall in Windsor Castle.
Family Royal Tour
As early as four months, Archie made his royal tour debut in September 2019 in South Africa. He joined his parents to meet the anti-apartheid and human rights activist Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The kid got the world's attention and managed to charm everyone with his sweet smile and cute giggling.
The Bombshell Announcement
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's time in monarchy is not all a fairytale. They experience scrutiny and criticisms, especially Meghan. So in a move to save their family and keep them away from the media, particularly Archie, they surprised everyone when they dropped their bombshell announcement in January, announcing their plan to step down as senior royals. After much deliberation, Queen Elizabeth supported her grandson's decision, but their HRH titles would officially be removed.
