Meghan Markle recently shared two heartfelt photos to celebrate the fourth birthday of her daughter, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. Fans quickly noted a striking family resemblance to one particularly beloved member of the royal family.
Lilibet, the second child and only daughter of Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, shares a name rich in royal heritage. Her first name honors Queen Elizabeth II’s childhood nickname, while her middle name pays tribute to her late grandmother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
To mark the special day on June 4, Meghan posted two beautiful black-and-white images on her official Instagram. The first shows a tender moment with Meghan embracing Lilibet on what appears to be a boat, with the sea in the background. In this intimate snapshot, Lilibet looks directly at the camera, her fair hair and eyes capturing attention. The second photo provides a glimpse back to Lilibet’s infancy, with Meghan cradling her newborn daughter lovingly.
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Accompanying the photos, Meghan wrote, “Happy birthday to our beautiful girl! Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it. Thanks to all of those sending love and celebrating her special day!” Notably, likes were hidden and comments disabled on the post.
Social media quickly buzzed with conversations about whom Lilibet most resembles. Many fans pointed to her grandmother, Princess Diana, marveling at her eyes and hair. Broadcaster Narinder Kaur tweeted, “Meghan Sussex just dropped these beautiful pix of Lilibet (named after our late Queen Elizabeth), wishing her a happy 4th birthday. We get a little glimpse of Lilibet – she looks like Diana, those eyes and hair!”
Others noted the care Meghan takes to shield her children from media attention. One fan remarked, “They are so cute; she does an amazing job keeping them out of the glare of the press.” Some viewers even suggested Lilibet looks a lot like her father, Prince Harry, with comments such as “She has Harry’s whole face” and “O.M.G, she’s a mini Prince Harry!”
Discussion also focused on Lilibet’s distinctive blue eyes and the blend of traits she has inherited. Although Princess Diana’s hair was naturally light brown rather than blonde, Lilibet and her older brother Archie have inherited Prince Harry’s red hair, though with a darker shade.
Lilibet is currently seventh in line to the British throne, right after her brother Archie, who holds the sixth position. Through these intimate birthday photos, Meghan Markle has given royal watchers a warm, personal glimpse into the family and sparked affectionate comparisons to the Princess of Wales.