Meghan Markle plans to celebrate 42nd birthday with close family and friends

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Meghan Markle will celebrate her 42nd on Friday, August 4 likely surrounded by her family and friends, according to sources.It's thought the Duchess will enjoy the special day surrounded by her family, including Prince Harry and their two children, Archie and Lilibet.

One PR expert Maya Ria stated the Duchess is likely to prefer a "private affair" with just family and close friends. She said: “[The celebrations] will possibly be quite toned down this year and likely to be a private affair."Meghan's mother is also likely to join the couple - as she lives near them in California and is a regular visitor to the Sussex's home, , reports the Express.A Sussex representative told Us Weekly last year that Meghan spent her big day surrounded by her loved ones.

They said: “The Duchess is enjoying a lovely birthday this year with her family and dear friends.”It is also predicted that Meghan could head out for a romantic meal with Prince Harry as the couple have been spotted on several dates in recent weeks.The pair - who moved into their home in Montecito in 2020, have been spotted enjoying the local cuisine recently.In May, they were seen heading out for lunch to a Sushi Bar in Santa Barbara along with Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz.For her most recent big birthday, Meghan decided to celebrate by giving back.When she turned 40, Meghan announced 40X40, an Archewell charitable campaign promoting mentorship for women who were trying to get back into the workforce after COVID-19, involving the likes of Adele and Stella McCartney.Get the latest celebrity gossip and telly news sent straight to your inbox.