The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have given the public their clearest look yet at their young family, releasing a new portrait and a festive video just days before Christmas.
A Festive Family Portrait
On December 19, 2025, Meghan Markle shared a candid family photograph on her Instagram account. The image, bathed in soft Californian sunlight, shows Prince Harry, 41, and Meghan, 44, with their two children: six-year-old Archie and four-year-old Lilibet.
In the heartwarming snap, Prince Harry is seen holding Archie's face as the young boy wraps his arms around his father. Meghan leans affectionately towards her daughter, holding Lilibet's hands. The Duchess captioned the post simply: 'Happy Holidays! From our family to yours.'
Behind-the-Scenes Holiday Video
Earlier the same day, the couple released a nearly two-minute 'Happy Holidays' video summarising their charitable work and engagements throughout the year. Set to a jazzy festive tune, the clip highlights the people they have met and the causes they have supported.
Viewers who watch to the very end are treated to a special cameo from Archie and Lilibet. The brief scene, filmed at an Los Angeles charity called Our Big Kitchen, shows the children helping their parents push a tray of baked goods. The family are all wearing aprons and caps, with the children shown only from behind. The charity event was focused on helping the poor and homeless during Thanksgiving.
Alongside the video and social media post, Harry and Meghan also issued their official Christmas card for 2025. This features a picture of the couple, dressed in winter attire and smiling, taken during the Invictus Games in Canada in February.
A Season of Royal Greetings
The Sussexes' seasonal release follows the publication of the Prince and Princess of Wales's own family Christmas card. That portrait shows William and Catherine sitting on grass surrounded by daffodils with their children: Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, seven.
Meanwhile, King Charles shared a personal health update last week via video message. The 77-year-old monarch revealed that his cancer treatment is being reduced in the new year, crediting an early diagnosis and successful care. He used the message to urge millions in the UK to attend their cancer screening appointments.
Professionally, Meghan and Harry have remained busy with their Netflix ventures in 2025. Meghan's lifestyle show, 'With Love, Meghan', premiered on the streaming platform in March. Furthermore, their production company, Archewell Productions, is reportedly stepping into film production with a rom-com adaptation of the novel 'The Wedding Date'.
