Meghan Markle commemorated her eighth wedding anniversary with Prince Harry by unveiling a series of previously unseen photos on Instagram. The Duchess of Sussex shared a total of 24 new images from their wedding day, split into two separate posts. One set reminisces on their daytime ceremony, while the other showcases the joyous moments from their evening reception.
In her Instagram post, Meghan captioned the photos simply with “Eight years ago today” accompanied by a sun and moon emoji, giving credit to photographer Chris Allerton for capturing their nuptials. The black and white images from the wedding ceremony depict the couple right after exchanging vows, along with intimate shots of them at Windsor Castle and behind-the-scenes snapshots during their official portraits.
The photos also capture touching moments such as Meghan with her mother Doria, Harry embracing a wedding guest, and the couple delivering heartfelt speeches and toasting with their loved ones. The evening reception photos feature Harry and Meghan’s first dance, culminating in a sweet moment where Meghan flaunts her new wedding ring.
Eight years ago, Harry and Meghan said “I do” in a magical ceremony at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, symbolizing a new era for the monarchy. However, they eventually stepped back from their royal duties and relocated to California. Since then, the couple has pursued individual endeavors, with Harry focusing on philanthropy and Meghan developing her lifestyle brand As Ever and successful Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.
Despite their royal departure, Harry and Meghan continue their charitable work through international visits, often referred to as ‘pseudo-royal tours’. In 2026, they traveled to Jordan and Australia for their humanitarian efforts. As they mark their wedding anniversary, the couple, along with their children Archie and Lilibet, are thriving in California, embracing a life away from the Royal Family while maintaining their commitment to making a difference.