Meghan defies convention, celebrating Independence Day alongside Harry.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have maintained a unique tradition since their second date in 2016, celebrating American Independence Day with red, white, and blue cupcakes. This sweet tradition, which now involves their children Archie and Lilibet, started when Harry presented Meghan with themed cupcakes on their second date[1][2][3].
The couple, who currently reside in California, have shared this intimate and meaningful tradition with the public, with Meghan posting pictures of the cupcakes on Instagram. This year, she included selfies from their second date, wishing everyone a happy Independence Day with hopes their day would be as sweet as the cupcakes[1][2][3].
The cupcakes, decorated with berries and cream in the colours of the US flag, have become more elaborate over the years. Meghan, who is also the star of a cooking and baking show on Netflix, has shown her culinary prowess in creating these special treats[1][2][3].
Meghan and Harry's Independence Day tradition symbolises their connection and celebration of American Independence Day, blending Meghan's American roots with their family life. The tradition was first publicly revealed by Meghan in 2025, and had been mentioned by Prince Harry in his memoir *Spare*, where he described how he brought the cupcakes to honour the day, despite the different British view of Independence Day[3].
The family structure now includes Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Prince Archie (6), and Princess Lilibet (3). The couple, who stepped back from the British royal family in 2020, have reportedly had a strained relationship with Prince William. However, their marriage, once considered the dream couple of the British royals, took place at Windsor Castle in May 2018[1][2][3].
Meghan also sells jam and other luxury food under the brand "As Ever". Despite sharing their private lives with the public, the couple are no longer part of the British royal family, a decision they made in 2020.
Sources: [1] The Independent [2] People Magazine [3] The Telegraph
I'm not going to be able to keep up with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's unique tradition of celebrating American Independence Day with red, white, and blue cupcakes, as it seems entertainment related and involves the glamour of celebrities, being a popular topic in pop-culture. Even when Meghan Markle, the star of a cooking and baking show on Netflix, showcases her culinary skills by creating these elaborate cupcakes, it still feels like a blend of Meghan's American roots and their family life.
