Meghan Markle latest news – Sussexes wanted for Emmy awards ceremony as Meg set ‘to share Lilibet pic’ on her birthday

QUEEN, KATE MIDDLETON AND WILLIAM WISH MEGHAN MARKLE A HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY

The Queen's Twitter account posted today: "Wishing The Duchess of Sussex a very Happy Birthday today!"

William and Kate tweeted: "Wishing a happy 40th birthday to The Duchess of Sussex!"

Meanwhile, Prince Charles and Camilla wrote: "Wishing The Duchess of Sussex a very happy 40th birthday."

The big day marks Meghan's first birthday since quitting the Royal Family for good in March - and comes just two months after she gave birth to baby Lilibet.

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ASTROLOGISTS PREDICT MEGHAN MARKLE'S YEAR AHEAD

From a reconciliation with William and Kate to writing about motherhood, (maybe we'll see her blog back in business?) two astrologers have shared their predictions for Meghan's year ahead of her 40th.

"Born in the sign of Leo, Meghan is warm-hearted, commanding and... definitely wears the trousers in her marriage. She is very good at making things happen and will take no for an answer."

"She needs to learn to slow down more as she approaches 40, to not feel like she has to always be in the driving seat. She has a lot of orange hues around her aura, it's a very creative and fertile colour."

On the horizon follows Meg being more health and lifestyle conscious, focusing on the choices she makes for herself and her baby.

"There are more shocks, changes and turnarounds coming for Megan this year".

MEGHAN IS “HAPPIER” THAN EVER (CONTINUED…)

Body language expert Judi James said recent photos of the Duchess show she no longer seeks out “approval” in her shots. 

As Meghan turns 40, she has found a “quiet confidence”, which is reflected in her body language, Judi claims.

She said: “To say that Meghan has smashed her personal goals now would be a massive understatement and, at forty, she must feel that she is now living life on her own terms. "

Royal author Duncan Larcombe has also commented on Meghan's 'astronomical change in fortune' saying, "Astonishing to think that only a few years ago she was a thirty-something divorcee with the final series of her only hit role in Suits charging up on the horizon."

MEGHAN MARKLE IS HAPPIER THAN EVER AT 40 WITH NO ROYALS, ‘MILLIONS IN THE BANK & A-LISTERS ON HOLD’, SAY EXPERTS

Meghan Markle turns 40 today and is “happier than ever”, according to body language and royal experts.

Royal author Duncan Larcombe told Fabulous: “Perched on her throne in the lavish LA mansion she calls home, the Duchess of Sussex is unlikely to be wondering where it all went wrong.

“Millions in the bank, Hollywood A-listers on hold, and a red carpet status beyond her wildest of dreams. 

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MEGHAN MARKLE'S BIRTHDAY FALLS ON AN INCREDIBLY IMPORTANT DATE FOR THE QUEEN

There is no doubt Meghan's day will be spent well, surrounded by friends and her family.

But as well as it being Meghan's birthday today, it is also an incredibly important date for The Queen.

Today is also the birthday of her beloved late mum, The Queen Mother. She was born on the 4 August in 1900.

She married Prince Albert, who later became King George VI in 1923. They had two daughters together, The Queen and Princess Margaret.

Sadly, the Queen Mother died in March 2002 aged 101. Today is the 121st anniversary of her birth.

THE SAME PSYCHIC PREDICTED KIM K'S HEARTBREAK AND A TELL-ALL MEGHAN INTERVIEW IN 2021 - SO MAYBE HE'S THE REAL DEAL!

South Londoner Nicolas Aujula claims he predicted the coronavirus pandemic and Donald Trump's defeat. When he looked deeper into his crystal ball for 2021, he saw big things on the horizon for the Royal family.

Predicting right, he said: “I’m getting visions of Meghan Markle appearing on-screen somewhere, doing some sort of tell-all interview, where she spills secrets about the Royal family."

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THE PRINCE OF WALES AND DUCHESS OF CORNWALL SEND REGARDS

Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla join the royals in wishing Meghan a happy 40th birthday.

They have shared their post on Twitter, alongside the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and The Royal Family.

'PERPETUATING FALSEHOODS' (CONTINUED...)

During the Oprah chat in March this year, Meghan appeared to suggest the Firm were involved in a secret briefing war against her.

The chat show host asked: “How do you feel about the palace hearing you speak your truth today?”

And Meg replied: “I don’t know how they could expect that, after all of this time, we would still just be silent if there is an active role that The Firm is playing in perpetuating falsehoods about us.

“And, if that comes with a risk of losing things, I mean, I ... there is a lot that has been lost already.”

HOW THE DUCHESS HAS UPSET ROYAL FAMILY AS SHE TURNS 40 TODAY

Meghan Markle turns 40 today - and she'll be celebrating her landmark birthday in LA with husband Harry and children Archie and Lilibet.

Since meeting Harry in 2016, and being welcomed into the royal fold, she's since had a huge impact on the royals. Her journey into the heart of the Firm hasn't always been a smooth one.

In 2018, the year Meghan and Harry were wed, it was reported she'd sent emails to staff as early as 5am.

A royal insider said: "Meghan can be difficult... She has very high standards and is used to working in a Hollywood environment."

THE WAYS MEGHAN COULD CELEBRATE HER MILESTONE BIRTHDAY TODAY

The mum-of-two is a fan of marking special occasions in a significant way. Although the details of how she'll welcome in her 40s are being kept under wraps, here's how the royal birthday girl might spend her special day...

The duchess may also take some time to look back over the past year - something she always does on an annual basis.

Before she became a royal, Meghan shared pictures on Instagram of herself enjoying celebratory cakes and blowing out candles. On her birthday in 2019 she was treated, according to Marie Claire, to a delivery from London-based Luminary Bakery.

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THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE CELEBRATE

Kate Middleton and Prince William share a heartwarming tweet to celebrate Meghan's 40th birthday.

ORLANDO BLOOM HITS BACK AT COMPLAINTS ABOUT HBO’S THE PRINCE ‘MALICIOUSLY’ MOCKING ROYAL FAMILY

Orlando Bloom has hit back at scathing criticism of his new TV series The Prince, which came out last month. The show has already been branded "shameful" for its portrayal of the Royal Family.

Orlando played the role of Prince Harry. In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, the Brit said: "I hadn’t met [Prince Harry] when I signed up to do it, and I subsequently met him and he’s such a nice guy."

"I understand how the royal family is loved by some and loathed by others, and I’ve always understood it as part of my heritage and background.

"I’m not someone who wants to poke fun at anyone normally, but this was so clever, witty, and affectionately done."

QUEEN WISHES MEGHAN MARKLE HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY WITH SWEET PHOTOS OF THE DUCHESS WITH ARCHIE

The Queen has wished Meghan Markle a happy 40th birthday sharing sweet photos of the duchess with her son Archie.

The Duchess of Sussex is believed to be marking the milestone day in the US - although how she is celebrating has been kept under wraps.

The Queen's twitter account posted today: "Wishing The Duchess of Sussex a very Happy Birthday today!"

The tweet was accompanied by adorable pictures of Meghan with husband Harry, the Queen and son Archie.

‘IN HIGH DEMAND’ (CONTINUED…)

It is not yet known whether Harry and Meg, who gave birth to the couple’s second child, daughter Lilibet, in June, will attend.

However, an LA TV source told The Sun: “The Sussexes are in high demand — it would be their first red carpet appearance since Megxit and their full-time Californian move.

“Certainly, there would be a VIP invite for them from Netflix at its evening celebration event.

“Netflix knows that shots of them with big Hollywood names would be huge PR.”

PRINCE HARRY AND MEGHAN LINED UP TO MAKE HOLLYWOOD DEBUT NEXT MONTH

Emmy awards bosses want Prince Harry and wife Meghan to make their Hollywood debuts at the ceremony next month.

TV execs are keen for the pair to attend the A-list event in downtown LA.

They may even try to persuade the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to present an award, insiders say.

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EXPLAINED: WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT MEGHAN’S BIG FOUR-OH

Meghan's big four-oh is today and she is reportedly hiring Oprah Winfrey’s party planner.

She’ll be joined by family and friends for her milestone birthday at her and Prince Harry’s £11million mansion in Santa Barbara, California.

Supposedly ‘low key’, she’ll be hosting for 65 people. The Duchess of Sussex has also made sure her party will not break Covid rules.

Big-name celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise and Kim Kardashian are set to be on the guest list.

LET'S FLY AWAY HONEY

It has been speculated that Harry will be whisking Meg away for her 40th this year, but any solid plans remain as deliberation. In recent years, he's made huge efforts for The Dutchess' birthday.

For Meghan’s 36th birthday, Harry and her were still not married. However, he still whisked her away to Botswana in Africa, where they worked with an elephant charity.

Meghan’s 37th birthday – her first as a member of the royal family – saw her attend a friend’s wedding in Surrey.

Meghan’s first birthday as a mum was her 38th. After giving birth to Archie, the couple celebrated with carrot cake at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor. Days later, the family flew to Ibiza.

Last year was the quietest birthday of all. Amid the Covid pandemic, she celebrated her 39th at home.

A GIFT, FROM ME TO YOU

Although Meghan Markle is keeping things low-key for her birthday this year, she has continued her charitable endeavors.

Even while keeping away from the limelight since giving birth to Lilibet, Meghan and Harry donated a generous amount of nappies to a Los Angeles-based organization. Harvest Home helps support unhoused mothers and their children.

In a heartwarming post, the organisation wrote: "we could not be more thankful to Archewell Foundation, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex... for the incredible donation".

LETS HAVE OUR CAKE

Prince Harry has pulled out all the stops and ordered a bespoke birthday cake for Meghan Markle's 40th.

The posh bakery can charge anywhere from £160 plus for cakes, with their spciality being ‘naked’ cakes where some of the cake's layers are visible underneath the icing.

Before the showstopper will make its appearance, it's reported that guests will enjoy "grazing tables" with locally sourced foods and wines.

The guest list for her birthday has yet to be fully revealed, but it is expected that her mum Doria and close pal Oprah will be there.

We're keeping our eyes peeled to see how the day unfolds...

FIRST GLIMPSE OF LILIBET ON THE HORIZON

MEGHAN Markle could share a family photo with Lilibet to mark the proud mum’s 40th birthday today - in what would be the first glimpse of the eighth-in-line to the throne, royal experts have claimed.

The Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry welcomed their daughter into the world on June 4 but the newborn baby is yet to be seen.

While working members of the Royal Family, Meghan and Harry posed with their son Archie a few days after he was born, gushing over their son’s arrival.

But royal fans are still waiting to catch a glimpse of little Lilibet, more than eight weeks since her birth on June 4.

Now royal experts have claimed Meghan’s 40th birthday tomorrow could provide the perfect opportunity for the proud parents to share an updated family photo.

Royal commentator Phil Dampier told The Sun Online: “I think it’s likely we will see a picture of the family.”

EXPLAINED: WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT HARRY’S BOOK SO FAR

Prince Harry appears to have sent shockwaves through the Royal Family with the news he is writing a tell-all book about his life.

He claimed in a statement the account of his life would be “accurate and wholly truthful”.

No exact date has yet been given but it is timed for release in the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A first draft is nearly completed, with a likely publication at the end of 2022.

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FERGIE SAYS SHE AND DIANA WOULD HAVE BEEN ‘PARTY GRANNIES’ AND ‘FIRST ON THE BOUNCY CASTLE’

Sarah Ferguson gushed in an interview with Bella magazine after recalling her friendship with Princess Diana. She said if Princess Diana was still around, it’s likely they would’ve shared their experiences as grandparents.

“Diana and I had the same complete love for children. We both loved nothing more than to put a smile on a child’s face”. 

“We’d be having granny parties together and having a great time. I wonder whether there would be room for the kids to get onto the bouncy castle, as she and I would be the first on.”

WHO IS TOM BOWER?

Tom is an investigative journalist, who has reportedly signed a huge six-figure deal to write about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Tom has previously released in-depth unauthorised life stories of a huge list of famous figures, including but not limited to Robert Maxwell, Mohamed Al-Fayed and Richard Branson.

Next to be victims of his words are Meghan and Harry, which will help Tom retain his title as one of the country’s most infamous biographers.

ROYAL BIOGRAPHER VOWS TO ‘TELL THE TRUTH’ ABOUT MEGHAN MARKLE

Journalist Tom Bower has apparently signed a jaw-dropping six-figure deal to write ‘unauthorised’ material about Meghan and her husband.

He has spent a year talking to friends and enemies of the Royal family and is confident, “it will tell the truth when it comes out next year”.

The decision and confirmation to write a book comes shortly after The Duke of Sussex’s revelation that he is writing a literary memoir.

WHERE HAS HAS HARRY TAKEN MEGHAN ON HER BIRTHDAYS BEFORE?

For Meghan’s 36th birthday, Harry and her were still not married. However, he still whisked her away to Botswana in Africa, where they worked with an elephant charity.

Meghan’s 37th birthday – her first as a member of the royal family – saw her attend a friend’s wedding in Surrey.

Meghan’s first birthday as a mum was her 38th. After giving birth to Archie, the couple celebrated with carrot cake at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor. Days later, the family flew to Ibiza.

Last year was the quietest birthday of all. Amid the Covid pandemic, she celebrated her 39th at home.