Much has transpired in the lives of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry since stepping back as working members of the royal family on Jan. 8, 2020, five years ago. Here, we look at five highs and five lows since their bombshell announcement that stunned the royal world.

COMMENT: Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams reflects on the five years since Megxit, and claims royal exile brings many regrets.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced a bombshell — that they would be stepping back as working members of the royal family. Here’s what they’ve said since, in conversation with Oprah Winfrey in 2021,

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle first announced their intentions to step back from royal life five years ago today.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry found a comfortable place to land after their royal exit took them to Canada and then Tyler Perry’s Los Angeles home. When they settled in Southern California, the Sussexes discovered Montecito the perfect area to raise their family.

Harry and Meghan blindsided the Queen with their Megxit announcement, and the Duke of Sussex reportedly feels deep remorse for neglecting his grandmother.

Meghan Markle has been blasted for "frolicking in the sand" as an expert said the Royal Family are "better off" without the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Thomas Markle Sr.'s comments about Meghan Marle reportedly upset Prince Harry, creating tension in their household.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have seemingly lived separate lives lately, as they travel separately now. The tactic that Prince Harry and Meghan use is to separate their brands from Harry & Meghan into two separate entities: Prince Harry and then Meghan.