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.

Meghan Markle has been blasted for "frolicking in the sand" as an expert said the Royal Family are "better off" without the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

King Charles III and Prince William face a major crisis, and it could lead to some soul-searching for Prince Harry, too.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced a bombshell — that they would be stepping back as working members of the royal family. Here’s what they’ve said since, in conversation with Oprah Winfrey in 2021,

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle first announced their intentions to step back from royal life five years ago today.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly spent Christmas at their California home, absent from royal celebrations at Sandringham.

Meghan Markle says an emotional goodbye on Instagram to her dog, Guy, after adopting him from a shelter 10 years ago.

Harry and Meghan blindsided the Queen with their Megxit announcement, and the Duke of Sussex reportedly feels deep remorse for neglecting his grandmother.

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.

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.