Meghan Markle is an American actress, known for playing the role of Rachel Zane in the legal drama series ‘Suits’. She first attained fame for starring as an FBI special agent, Amy Jessup, in the sci-fi thriller Fringe. She has appeared in several television shows including Cuts, CSI: NY, Deal or No Deal, 90210, Knight Rider, Without a Trace, and CSI: Miami, and films such as Remember Me and Horrible Bosses.
She became one of the most searched actresses on Google in 2016 for her romantic linkup with Prince Harry, whom she married on 19 May 2018. She had recently announced her retirement from acting. As of 2024, Meghan Markle has a net worth of $60 million.
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Meghan Markle Biography
Meghan Markle was born on the 4th of August 1981, in Los Angeles County, California, United States of America. She’s currently 43 years old.
| Birth Name | Rachel Meghan Markle |
| Nickname | Meghan |
| Date of Birth | August 4, 1981 |
| Place of Birth | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Age | 43 years old |
| Sun Sign | Leo |
| Profession | Actress, Duchess of Sussex |
| Nationality | American, British |
| Ethnicity | Dutch, Irish and African American |
| Religion | Catholic |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Prince Harry |
| Children | 2 |
Family
- Father – Thomas W. Markle (Director of Photography)
- Mother – Doria Markle (Social Welfare Employee, Yoga Therapist)
- Siblings – Thomas Markle (Half Brother), Samantha Grant (Half-Sister)
Education
Meghan attended Immaculate Heart High School, an all-girl Catholic private school in Los Angeles. She, then enrolled at Northwestern University, graduating in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree with a double major in theater and international studies.
Meghan Markle Husband
Meghan Markle started dating Prince Harry, who is fifth in line to the British throne in June 2016. Their engagement was announced on November 27, 2017, which took place in London in October. The couple married on May 19, 2018, at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle.
They welcomed their son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor, on May 6, 2019, who is seventh in line to the throne. Upon her marriage to Prince Harry, Meghan became a princess of the United Kingdom entitled to the style of Royal Highness, as well as Duchess of Sussex, Countess of Dumbarton, and Baroness Kilkeel. Meghan gave birth to their daughter Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor on June 4, 2021, at 11:40 a.m. at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
Previously, she married actor Trevor Engelson on September 10, 2011, in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and divorced in August 2013. She has also dated Northern Irish professional golfer Rory McIlroy in 2014.
Physical Statistics
| Height | Feet – 5 feet 7 inches Centimeters – 170 cm Meters – 1.7 m |
| Weight | Kilograms – 56 kg Pounds – 124 lbs |
| Body Build | Slim |
| Body Measurements | 37-25-34 |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Shoe Size | 7 (US) |
| Dress Size | 8 (US) |
| Distinctive Features | Full lips |
Professional Statistics
Film Debut
In 2005, she made her first appearance, acting in a small role in the film, A Lot Like Love. She landed a lead role as Megan in the 2010 film, Remember Me.
Television Debut
Meghan was first seen in the long-running medical drama series General Hospital, starring as Jill in 2002 in one episode.
Brand Endorsements
She has featured in several TV commercials like Jeep, Lexus, The More You Know, USA Characters Unite, and Tostitos, among others.
Favorites
- Fast Food – Green Juice
- Getaway – Como Shambhala in Bali
- Dessert – Red Wine
Meghan Markle Net Worth
Meghan has a net worth of $60 million US dollars as of 2024 with much of her earnings from acting and endorsements. Her net worth soared after her marriage to Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, the younger son of King Charles III.
Social Media Profiles
In January 2018, Meghan Markle deleted all of her social media accounts and thanked “everyone who has followed her social media accounts over the years”.
Meghan Markle Facts
After graduation, she worked as an intern at the US embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
She worked as a freelance calligrapher to make ends meet during her struggling days in acting.
Meghan Markle announced her retirement from acting after she engaged with Prince Harry.
In 2014, she traveled to Afghanistan and Spain as part of the USO Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Holiday Tour.
In 2016, she was appointed as the Global Ambassador for World Vision Canada.
In November 2016, Markle and Canadian clothing company, Reitmans released a line of women’s fashion workwear.
In 2016, she also worked as an Advocate with the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women.
Meghan was the editor-in-chief of her lifestyle website ‘The Tig’ until she discontinued in April 2017.
Meghan is close friends with Serena Williams, Jessica Mulroney, Priyanka Chopra, and Mubina Rattonsey.
In 2018, Time magazine named Markle among the 100 Most Influential People in the World.
In 2022, she and her husband Harry starred in the Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan. It was released in December of that year.
Meghan launched the lifestyle and cooking brand American Riviera Orchard in March 2024.