Fresh off their glamorous red-carpet appearance at the Project Healthy Minds Gala, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were spotted enjoying a relaxed yet high-profile lunch outing with Serena Williams in New York City — and the trio’s reunion has social media buzzing.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, both 44, dined at the exclusive Soho House, one of Meghan’s longtime favorite haunts and a spot deeply tied to her pre-royal life. The outing marked a stylish and celebratory moment for the couple, who were honored as Humanitarians of the Year just the night before for their work through the Archewell Foundation, which focuses on digital safety and mental health.
Meghan turned heads upon arrival, exuding understated luxury in a blue-and-white striped blouse paired with navy wide-leg trousers. She completed the ensemble with a camel-hued overcoat, suede stiletto heels, and a white leather handbag with brown handles. Her accessories included delicate gold bracelets and minimal jewelry, while her sleek bun and dark sunglasses added a touch of quiet glamour.
The Duchess’s timeless look stood in perfect contrast to her busy week in Manhattan — from the glitzy gala to multiple mental health events — showcasing her ability to transition from public speaker to style icon effortlessly.
Meghan’s friendship with tennis legend Serena Williams has long been one of her most talked-about connections. The two first met at the Super Bowl in 2010 and reconnected in 2014, sparking a close bond that has lasted through royal transitions, motherhood, and media scrutiny.
Williams, also 44, has previously described Meghan as one of her “dearest and most loyal friends.” Their lunch reunion came after several months apart, with the pair last seen linking arms during a casual outing in Montecito earlier this year.
According to onlookers, the lunch was filled with laughter, warm embraces, and animated conversation. “They looked relaxed and genuinely happy,” one source told Page Six. “It was just three friends catching up after a big night — no tension, no pretense.”
Just a day prior, Meghan and Harry stunned at the Project Healthy Minds Gala, where they were honored for their humanitarian efforts promoting mental well-being and safer digital spaces for youth. Meghan wowed on the red carpet in a plunging black Armani blazer, while Harry complemented her in a matching suit.
The couple’s chemistry was unmistakable — with cameras capturing Harry placing a gentle hand on Meghan’s back as they smiled for photographers. Inside the event, they spoke passionately about the importance of protecting families from online harm and empowering parents through The Parents’ Network, an initiative by their foundation.
Later, Meghan shared a heartfelt Instagram post dedicated to her husband, writing, “Happy World Mental Health Day … to the man who always keeps me laughing.”
Behind the public smiles, sources close to the Sussexes reveal Meghan is quietly supporting Harry’s efforts to mend ties with King Charles III amid ongoing royal tensions. “Meghan knows that Harry won’t return to royal duties,” one insider shared, “but she wants him to have peace with his father — on a human level.”
As the Sussexes wrapped up their NYC visit, their friendship with Serena and renewed humanitarian focus reminded fans of what makes them captivating as ever — a mix of Hollywood charisma, royal history, and unshakable purpose.
If one thing is certain, it’s that wherever Meghan and Harry go, all eyes — and cameras — are sure to follow.
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