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.

Express.co.uk readers react to whether they think Prince Harry and Meghan Markle should send the Princess of Wales a public birthday message today.

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 is England-bound once again. The prince—who in recent months has been visiting his home country more frequently—is anticipated to return to the United Kingdom without Meghan Markle in tow for legal reasons.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be forced to leave their Californian property as devastating wildfires sweep the region. Los Angeles authorities have been battling the blazes which have torn across the area amid high winds,