Meghan Markle Height, now widely known as Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is an American former actress, author, entrepreneur, and humanitarian. She became internationally famous for playing Rachel Zane in the television drama Suits before marrying Prince Harry in 2018. Beyond her royal connection, Meghan has developed projects in publishing, media, lifestyle, and charitable work. Her life story includes a Hollywood career, university education, family life, and a transition from working royal duties to independent professional ventures.
Meghan Markle Height Quick Bio
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Full Name
Rachel Meghan Markle
Date of Birth
August 4, 1981
Age
45 years (as of October 2026)
Birthplace
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nationality
American
Height
Approximately 5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
Profession
Former actress, author, entrepreneur, humanitarian
Famous For
Playing Rachel Zane in Suits
Husband
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
Children
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet
Parents
Thomas Markle and Doria Ragland
Education
Northwestern University
Hair Color
Dark brown
Eye Color
Brown
Net Worth
Not independently verified
Instagram
@meghan
Royal Title
Duchess of Sussex
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A Timeline Meghan Markle
Year / Date
Major Event
1981
Born on August 4 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
2003
Graduated from Northwestern University with studies in theater and international relations.
2002–2010
Began her acting career with television appearances and film roles.
2011
Gained wider recognition after joining the television drama Suits as Rachel Zane.
2014
Started her lifestyle blog, The Tig.
2016
Her relationship with Prince Harry became public.
2017
Announced her engagement to Prince Harry.
May 19, 2018
Married Prince Harry at Windsor Castle and became the Duchess of Sussex.
May 6, 2019
Welcomed her first child, Prince Archie.
January 2020
Announced with Prince Harry that they would step back from senior working royal roles.
June 4, 2021
Welcomed her second child, Princess Lilibet.
2021
Published her children’s book, The Bench.
2022
Continued independent media and charitable projects with Prince Harry.
2025
Expanded her lifestyle and media ventures, including the As Ever brand and With Love, Meghan.
2026
Continued public-facing lifestyle projects and shared occasional family moments on Instagram.
Meghan Markle Family
Family Member
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Husband
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex; married Meghan on May 19, 2018.
Son
Prince Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, born May 6, 2019.
Daughter
Princess Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, born June 4, 2021.
Mother
Doria Ragland, a social worker and former yoga instructor.
Father
Thomas Markle, a retired television lighting director.
Half-Sister
Samantha Markle.
Half-Brother
Thomas Markle Jr.
Former Husband
Trevor Engelson, a film producer; they married in 2011 and divorced in 2014.