Meghan Markle welcomes first California friend to her new home

Meghan Markle has welcomed one of her closest friends from California to her family’s new home in the UK, marking the first visit from a friend from her former California circle since she and Prince Harry relocated their family to England last month.

Kelly McKee Zajfen recently visited the Sussexes and offered a rare glimpse into their new life in the English countryside through a series of photos shared on Instagram.

The visit appeared to be a warm and personal gathering, with several images showing Meghan spending time with her friend and her young son. One of the photos captured Meghan cuddling the infant during a relaxed meal at a cosy pub.

Prince Harry also appeared in the photos, showing a playful side as he got down on the floor to spend time with the baby. The family-focused moments offered a glimpse into the couple’s quieter life away from their previous home in California.

McKee Zajfen also shared a sweet picture showing Meghan and Prince Harry’s daughter, Princess Lilibet, spending time with the baby during the visit.

Another photo showed Meghan, McKee Zajfen and a mutual friend enjoying a game together in the backyard. The women appeared relaxed as they spent time together over wine, highlighting the close friendship between the group.

The Instagram post appeared to capture several memorable moments from the visit, with McKee Zajfen reflecting on how meaningful the trip had been.

She described the experience as a special opportunity to visit Meghan’s new home and celebrate some of her son’s early milestones with close friends. The visit also appeared to bring together different parts of McKee Zajfen’s life, as she shared time with her family and longtime friends during the UK trip.

The friendship between Meghan and McKee Zajfen has become particularly significant because of the difficult experience they have shared over the years.

McKee Zajfen and her husband welcomed their son in March, four years after the family suffered the devastating loss of their older son. Their child died after contracting COVID-19 and viral meningitis.

Following the loss, McKee Zajfen has spoken publicly about the grief her family experienced and the importance of having support from people close to her.

Meghan has previously been credited by McKee Zajfen with offering emotional support during that extremely difficult period. Their friendship has continued despite the distance between California and the UK.

Now that Meghan and Harry have moved their family to England, McKee Zajfen’s visit marks a notable moment in their friendship. It also highlights the effort being made to maintain close relationships despite the couple’s move away from California.

The Sussexes have previously built a life in California, where they moved after stepping back from their roles as senior working members of the British royal family. Their relocation to England represents a significant change in their family life and has brought them closer to the UK.

McKee Zajfen’s photos provided an intimate look at the family’s time together, showing Meghan and Harry enjoying simple moments with friends and children.

The visit ultimately appeared to be less about public appearances and more about friendship, family and celebrating important milestones. For McKee Zajfen, the trip offered an opportunity to introduce her young son to Meghan and share precious moments with a friend who had supported her through one of the most painful chapters of her life.