Meghan Markle is back on Instagram

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is starting the new year with her first Instagram account since 2020.

On Jan 1, Meghan kicked off the new year with a new account on the social media platform.

Her first post under that account is a black and white video of herself at the beach, wearing a white shirt and white jeans, drawing 2025 in the sand on an overcast day. 

The account already has more than 750,000 followers.

Her Instagram history is a reflection of her struggles and triumphs over the past few years.

In 2019, Meghan and Harry launched their own account, @SussexRoyal, a sign of their growing distance from the royal family.

@SussexRoyal was discontinued in 2020, around the time that Meghan and Harry announced they were stepping back from their official royal roles.

Meghan has been reluctant to return to Instagram, expressing concerns about harassment.

In 2023, Meghan and Harry urged social media platforms to strengthen content-moderation policies, saying that some apps could damage the mental health of young people.

A statement was released by their deputy press secretary and director of communications, Kyle Boulia on Meghan's return to social media.

"Over the past few years, the Duchess has engaged in constructive conversations with senior executives at Meta about creating safer and healthier online environments. While there is still work to be done, she feels confident that by returning to Instagram, she can amplify the progress made so far and lead by example in demonstrating the potential for social media to bring joy and positive connection.

"Through the Archewell Foundation, the Duke and Duchess have long championed efforts to create a better, more compassionate digital world. By stepping back into this space, the Duchess hopes to authentically share moments of joy and inspiration from her life while continuing to advocate for safer, more positive online experiences — particularly for young people and families."

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