Much has transpired in the lives of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry since stepping back as working members of the royal family on Jan. 8, 2020, five years ago. Here, we look at five highs and five lows since their bombshell announcement that stunned the royal world.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have welcomed two children together—Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. And according to one of Duchess Meghan's friends, Lilibet is already embracing her regal heritage in the sweetest way.

On Jan. 1, the Duchess of Sussex, 43, unveiled a verified Instagram account with the handle @meghan and has amassed 1.4 million followers in the week since. After almost five years away from social media, a source says Meghan is "excited" to make her Instagram comeback, where she plans to spread "joy" and share updates on her latest projects.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle first announced their intentions to step back from royal life five years ago today.

Netflix has categorised the Duchess of Sussex's upcoming cooking show, "With Love, Meghan," as reality TV, marking a significant shift from the Sussexes' previous statements. The streaming service is promoting the new series under several categories including "Relaxing,

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced a bombshell — that they would be stepping back as working members of the royal family. Here’s what they’ve said since, in conversation with Oprah Winfrey in 2021,

Thomas Markle Sr.'s comments about Meghan Marle reportedly upset Prince Harry, creating tension in their household.

Meghan Markle's upcoming Netflix cooking show "With Love, Meghan" has already proven a social media sensation, with its trailer vastly outperforming Prince Harry's solo projects before the series even launches.