Meghan Markle Hosts Thanksgiving Event Without Prince Harry, Signals Focus on Solo Projects

The Duchess of Sussex highlights community-building efforts through Archewell Foundation as she continues independent appearances.

Meghan Markle hosted a Thanksgiving dinner on October 26 for Afghan women resettled in the U.S. through the Southern California Welcome Project, an initiative under the Archewell Foundation.
The event, held at Our Place, included a shared meal emphasizing gratitude and resilience, with participants receiving cookware for the holiday season.
Markle expressed her appreciation for attendees' personal stories and cultural experiences, reinforcing her commitment to fostering community and uplifting women.
This appearance follows a trend of solo events by both Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, with reports suggesting challenges in their professional collaboration.
Prince Harry was notably absent from the event, having recently attended Invictus Games-related events in Canada, while Markle has participated in other independent public engagements.