Meghan Markle Celebrates 45th Birthday with Poolside Fun, Jewelry Sparks Speculation

Meghan Markle marked her 45th birthday with a playful poolside celebration, sharing candid black-and-white photos on Instagram. In the images, she is seen leaping into a pool, holding a large bunch of balloons, dressed in a one-piece swimsuit and sunglasses. She briefly thanked her followers for their birthday wishes, with the photos reportedly taken during an earlier celebration in California.

Her lifestyle brand, As Ever, also joined in the birthday tributes. The brand posted a rare childhood photo of Meghan alongside images of their products, including a Signature Candle No. 084, whose number corresponds to her August 4th birthday. A promotional video released shortly before her birthday showcased Meghan preparing a raspberry-filled ice cream dessert, highlighting items from her brand's collection.

However, royal followers and social media users focused significant attention on Meghan's jewelry. Notably, she wore a large pear-shaped diamond ring and a Cartier Love bracelet, along with a Tank Française watch rumored to have belonged to Princess Diana. The absence of her iconic engagement ring, a piece gifted by Prince Harry in 2017 and previously modified, sparked renewed speculation online. Meghan had temporarily stopped wearing the ring in 2023 due to repairs, and its continued absence, without explanation, fueled further discussion among fans.