On June 4, 2025, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s daughter Princess Lilibet celebrated her fourth birthday. In honor of the special occasion, the Duchess of Sussex shared several never-before-seen photos of her daughter. Around the same time, an old clip that showed Kate Middleton’s message for Lilibet resurfaced.
It’s unclear whether Kate Middleton has ever met Lilibet.
Given that Princess Lilibet was born in California after her parents stepped back from royal duties, other members of the royal family have limited opportunities to interact with her. Though Lilibet has met her grandfather, King Charles, it’s unclear whether she has met aunt Kate or uncle Prince William.
In June 2021, Kate shared a message with Lilibet.
@cbsnews The Duchess of Cambridge says she “can’t wait to meet” her new niece Lilibet, the daughter of Prince Harry and Meghan. #news #royalfamily #royal #baby ♬ original sound – cbsnews
Princess Lilibet was born on June 4, 2021. Shortly after Lilibet’s birth, the Princess of Wales was asked, “Do you have any wishes for your new niece, Lilibet?” In the resurfaced CBS News clip, Kate revealed that she hadn’t met Lilibet yet. “I wish her all the very best,” Kate said at the time. “I can’t wait to meet her, because we haven’t met her yet, so hopefully that will be soon.”
Kate was also asked whether she had seen Lilibet on FaceTime. “No, I haven’t, no,” Kate answered at the time.
Lilibet’s birthday is likely bittersweet for the royal family.
In particular, royal experts have suggested that the strained relationship is especially hard on King Charles. Royal expert Jennie Bond has said that Charles “hardly knows” his US-based grandchildren, Lilibet and Prince Archie. “It must remain a great sadness to the king to be so distant from his two US-based grandchildren,” Jennie said. “The early years in a child’s life are so magical — and once they’re gone, they’re gone.”
Because his grandchildren are growing up in the US, Charles has reportedly had to rely on photos and videos to learn more about Lilibet and Archie as they get older.
In Meghan’s birthday post for Lilibet, she referred to her daughter as a daddy’s girl.
To celebrate Lilibet’s fourth birthday, Meghan shared several sweet messages on Instagram. One of them showcased the strong bond that Lilibet shares with her father. “The sweetest bond to watch unfold 💕,” Meghan captioned two photos of Harry and Lilibet. “Daddy’s little girl and favorite adventurer. Happy birthday Lili!”
In another post, Meghan wrote about how her daughter has changed her life. “Happy birthday to our beautiful girl!” she said. “Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it. Thanks to all of those sending love and celebrating her special day!”
Later in the day, Meghan shared a video that showed her and Prince Harry dancing in the hospital four years ago. “Four years ago today, this also happened,” Meghan recalled. “Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn’t work – there was only one thing left to do! 😂.”
