Archie’s Fourth Birthday Celebration: A Private Affair at Home

Archie celebrated his fourth birthday in a low-key manner at his family's £11 million mansion in Montecito, California.

Sources close to the Sussexes revealed that the young prince had a private celebration with his cousins, with a special lemon cake baked by Meghan Markle using fruits from their garden.

Despite the grandeur of the occasion, the focus remained on Archie as his cousins took center stage at the coronation.

Following the service, Prince Harry swiftly left the coronation and headed to Heathrow in a blacked-out electric BMW, where he was escorted to the VIP Windsor suite.

A source shared that Harry was determined to return home in time to spend part of Archie's birthday with him.

Boarding a 3.45 pm flight, Harry was expected to land in Los Angeles at 6.55 pm local time, embarking on a 90-minute journey to Montecito to tuck Archie into bed.

When questioned about potential celebrity guests at the party, the source hinted that some of their friends are celebrities, possibly including the likes of Oprah Winfrey.

The gathering was described as a small and intimate affair, emphasizing the personal nature of the celebration.

In a video message, Meghan's representative, Omid Scobie, mistakenly mentioned that Archie was six years old, correcting himself by stating that the young prince was actually turning four.

Meanwhile, a close friend of Prince Harry and Meghan, Misan Harriman, marked Archie's birthday by sharing a poignant moment from the couple's Netflix series, subtly acknowledging the timing coinciding with King Charles' coronation day.

Harriman's post stirred speculation, with questions arising about the absence of a public birthday celebration for Archie in Montecito.

The juxtaposition of Archie's birthday with the historical significance of King Charles and Princess Diana's relationship added a layer of intrigue to the situation.

As Prince Harry attended his father's coronation solo, concerns were raised about the star-studded guest list potentially overshadowing the ceremony.

Notable figures like Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi, Katy Perry, and Orlando Bloom were rumored to be invited, with some opting to attend the coronation while others pursued alternative engagements.

Reflecting on the celebrity culture in Montecito, author Lisa Gachet highlighted the significance of figures like Oprah, Ellen, Serena Williams, Katy Perry, and Orlando Bloom within the community.

The presence of high-profile individuals and their children at events like Archie's birthday underscored the blending of celebrity and royalty in the area.

Despite the distance between Archie and his extended family, efforts were made to ensure his birthday was acknowledged, with the Prince and Princess of Wales reportedly planning to send a gift.

The anticipation of Archie's friends, their parents, and local personalities attending the celebration added an element of excitement to the private affair.