Meghan Markle was a breath of fresh air among British royals, but then she, Harry, and Archie took off for North America after officially stepping down from their royal duties.
Her time as a senior royal was marked by a modern approach to royal life. She challenged conventions surrounding everything from fashion and public appearances to family roles and official duties, making her one of the most closely watched—and debated—figures associated with the modern monarchy.
Like Princess Diana before her, Meghan Markle has pushed against expectations, keeping the tradition of breaking rules alive. Click on to learn about her many royal indiscretions.