Since news broke that Megan Markle and Prince Harry were engaged, everyone has been curious about the American actress. Let’s go back in time to before she was a TV star and before she became the Duchess of Sussex.
A Close Bond Between Father And Daughter
Megan grew up very close to her father, Tom Markle. Some speculate that she became interested in acting because her father worked in the film industry. He won an Emmy for his work as a lighting director in movies.
A Tight Family Unit
Changing The World At A Young Age
A Beautiful Homecoming Queen
Meghan went to Immaculate High School, an all-girls school. Boys could accompany the girls to their homecoming dance, where she was crowned Prom Queen. Who knew she’d one day become a true royal!
A Happy Child
Meghan’s parents divorced when she was six years old, but she lived a charmed life and was always a focused child. Meghan’s father won $750,000 in the lottery, allowing her to attend the best school.
Baby Meghan With Her Half-Sister
Exposed To Charitable Examples
Meghan’s mother used to take her to hospices as a child to visit patients and bring them meals. She was also taught to give food to the less fortunate on Thanksgiving. It’s no surprise she’s become so charitable.
Never Too Far Away
Even though her father now lives in Baja, California, their bond remains strong despite the distance. When Meghan’s engagement to Harry was announced, he and Meghan’s mother were both overjoyed.
Not Always So Glam
We can see how normal Meghan’s childhood was in this scene. We’re used to seeing her all glammed up, even back when she was an actress before becoming a princess. She appears to be a regular kid at the zoo, enjoying some popcorn.
