After a year of rumors and speculation, Meghan Markle has finally made her return to social media.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, posted a short video on her Instagram account @meghan on New Year’s Day, marking her first post in over a year.
But what does this mean for her fans, and what can we expect from her in the future?
A New Beginning
The video, which is believed to have been taken by her husband Prince Harry, 40, shows Meghan running towards the shoreline, dressed in a white linen shirt and pants. She writes “2025” in the sand before smiling at the camera and running out of frame. This simple yet meaningful post has already generated a lot of buzz and excitement among her fans.
Where Was the Video Taken?
The beach where the video was taken is believed to be near Harry and Meghan’s mansion in Montecito, California, where they live with their children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3. The video offers a rare glimpse into the private life of the royal couple, and fans are loving every minute of it.
A New Profile Picture and a Growing Following
Meghan has also changed her profile picture to a previously unreleased black-and-white photo of herself. Her Instagram following has tripled to over 400,000 people, including famous friends like Serena Williams and Kris Jenner. This is a significant increase, considering she only had 100,000 followers when she first secured her account in August 2022.
What’s Next for Meghan Markle?
The “2025” message in the video has sparked speculation that Meghan may finally launch her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, this year. The brand was first teased in March last year, but there have been few updates since then. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what Meghan has in store for them, and the launch of her lifestyle brand could be just the beginning.
A Brief History of Meghan’s Social Media Presence
Meghan first secured her Instagram account in August 2022, but she didn’t post anything until now. Royal protocol typically exempts royal family members from having personal social media accounts, and Meghan shut down all her accounts after getting engaged to Harry in 2018. She used to post personal photos and opinions on her old Instagram account @meghanmarkle, which had 3 million followers.
What’s Next for the Royal Couple?
Harry and Meghan have been producing content through their production company, Archewell Productions, as part of their $100 million deal with Netflix. The deal is set to end this year, and it’s unclear what the future holds for the couple. However, Meghan is expected to release a new cooking show on Netflix, which will celebrate cooking, gardening, and friendship. The show is rumored to be a cross-promotion for her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard.
Overall, Meghan Markle’s return to Instagram is a significant development, and fans are excited to see what she has in store for them. With her growing following and upcoming projects, it’s clear that Meghan is back and ready to make a splash in the world of social media and beyond.