Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have previously limited their kids’ appearances
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and settling in California, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been intentional about raising their children away from the spotlight and celebrity life. Archie, now six, and Lilibet, four, have mostly stayed out of the public eye, with only rare and carefully managed appearances on TV and the Internet. Privacy has always been the priority, and for years, the couple stuck firmly to that plan.
An approach change for Lilibet and Archie
WAKE UP!🚨We have the sweetest, bestest Christmas card ever!💕It makes me so happy seeing them joyful, thriving & surrounded by love.
“Happy Holidays! From our family to yours.”#HarryAndMeghan pic.twitter.com/5eGoXwC7RY
— Zandi Sussex (@ZandiSussex) December 19, 2025
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s approach might be slowly evolving. In December 2025, the pair announced a rebranding of their nonprofit organization, changing the name from Archewell Foundation to Archewell Philanthropies after five years. Notably, the statement included the first official mention of their children, highlighting future philanthropic work as a family. The same month, Archie and Lilibet appeared on the family Christmas card, another quiet but noticeable shift.
A philanthropic twist mixed with a balanced public path
The Sussex family volunteering to prepare meals for families this Thanksgiving. ❤️🥺
Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet at Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles. 💕#HarryandMeghan #ArchewellFoundation pic.twitter.com/Y9VLfJXRx8
— RCrussi (@chanchiezen) November 26, 2025
The children already hold Prince and Princess titles, confirmed in 2023 and updated on the official royal line of succession. In November 2025, they also made their charity debut during a Thanksgiving initiative in Los Angeles called Our Big Kitchen. The kids reportedly helped prepare meals for the local community. This move suggests that the two children are being raised with the same charitable commitments as their parents. While it was once understood that the couple wanted their children free from expectations, these recent moments suggest a balanced path. A public presence, but mainly focused on charity work, accompanied by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle themselves.
