Meghan Markle Posts Heartfelt Tribute to Princess Lilibet on International Day of the Girl — Watch Her Running Freely
Meghan Markle celebrated International Day of the Girl this weekend in the most heartfelt way possible — by giving the world a rare, personal glimpse into her life as a mother. The Duchess of Sussex shared a touching Instagram post featuring new photos and videos of her 4-year-old daughter, Princess Lilibet, paired with a powerful message that resonated with millions around the world.
In the images, Meghan is seen holding Lilibet’s hand as the two walk outdoors, surrounded by sunlight and trees. The moment feels intimate, almost cinematic — a quiet connection between mother and daughter. Another short clip shows little Lilibet running freely through a grassy field, her red curls bouncing behind her as she moves with the pure joy of childhood. “This world is yours,” Meghan captioned the post, adding, “Do everything you can to protect your rights, use your voice, support each other. We will do the same for you. Go get ’em, girl!”
The post marked one of the few times Meghan and Prince Harry have shared personal content featuring their children since stepping back from royal duties in 2020. Since relocating to California, the couple has maintained a deliberate boundary between their private and public lives, especially when it comes to their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Meghan’s decision to share these moments was both symbolic and empowering — a celebration of her daughter and all young girls growing up in an uncertain world.
According to People, the video was part of a broader campaign launched through the couple’s Archewell Foundation to highlight gender equality and the rights of girls worldwide. Meghan’s message came shortly after she and Harry attended an event in New York focused on online safety and youth empowerment, where they spoke about the responsibility parents and society share in shaping a safer digital future for the next generation.
The Duchess’s post quickly went viral, not just because of the rare glimpse of Lilibet, but because of the heartfelt tone that reflected Meghan’s identity as both a global advocate and a devoted mother. Fans and followers flooded the comments with love and admiration, many saying they were moved by how authentic and emotional the post felt. “You can see the love in every frame,” one fan wrote. Another commented, “She’s raising a strong little girl with so much love — what a beautiful message.”
For Meghan, the gesture felt deeply personal. Since her royal wedding in 2018, she has often spoken about the importance of empowering women and girls, but this time her words carried the weight of motherhood. Her daughter isn’t just a symbol of her message — she’s the living reason behind it. “When I look at her,” Meghan once said in a past interview, “I see boundless potential. Every girl should be told that she can lead, that she can make change.”
The photos also highlight the simplicity of family life for the Sussexes. Far from the formal settings of royal events, these images capture natural, unfiltered love — a mother guiding her child, a little girl discovering her world. It’s a reminder that, beneath the titles and headlines, Meghan’s world revolves around moments like these: holding her daughter’s hand, watching her run free, and believing that the future she’s building is one where every girl feels unstoppable.
