Sophia Michaels
This holiday season, Princess Lilibet, the daughter of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, captures attention with her beautiful long hair in their 2024 Christmas card. In the joyful family photo, 3-year-old Lilibet and her 5-year-old brother, Prince Archie, are seen excitedly running toward their parents, surrounded by their three dogs. While everyone is beaming with happiness, Lilibet’s flowing hair truly stands out as she reaches out to her father.
The charming photo resonates with Harry’s earlier comments to Hello!, in which he mentioned how Archie and Lilibet are fortunate to have their mother’s thick hair and noted their decision to let it grow longer—so long, in fact, that it might soon be long enough for her to sit on. Lilibet’s hair debut seems to be a pleasant contrast to some of her father’s more unfortunate hair moments.
The Sussexes share highlights of their year on the 2024 Archewell holiday card: pic.twitter.com/8GBeNwM2Eb
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The card also showcases Archie’s striking red hair, which Harry humorously commented on before, expressing doubt that their children would inherit his “ginger gene.” He recalled thinking during the early stages of his relationship, “there’s no way the ginger gene will prevail against my wife’s genes,” adding light-heartedly, “I was wrong” (via Us Weekly). This photo marks a significant occasion as it’s the first look at the kids since the release of the Netflix documentary “Harry & Meghan” in 2022.
Meghan and Harry’s simple and private year
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are committed to maintaining the privacy of their children, Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie. According to a family friend who spoke to People, Harry is cautious about showcasing his kids due to concerns for their safety and privacy. He aims for them to experience a normal life free from the anxieties of potential dangers—a sentiment rooted deeply in his own past and the tragic loss of his mother, Princess Diana. He shares a determination to prevent history from repeating itself.
Now that they have established their life in America after stepping back from royal duties, the family focuses on leading a private, normal existence. Sources have noted that Harry and Meghan are actively involved in their children’s daily lives, taking them to school, picking them up, and ensuring they remain present throughout the day. They have been described as raising well-mannered children—Archie is playful and curious, while Lilibet is described as vibrant and happy.
In August, Meghan spoke about the joy of raising Lilibet, emphasizing her efforts to model positive behavior and instill confidence in her daughter. She proudly stated, “At 3, she has found her voice,” marking an impressive milestone for Lilibet—not only for her budding personality but also for her delightful hairstyle!
