Meghan Markle shares rare video of daughter Lilibet playing with ‘auntie’ Serena Williams (Watch)
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and tennis legend Serena Williams have been close friends for over a decade, and their bond was recently highlighted in a heartwarming video shared by Meghan. The clip, posted ahead of the release of Meghan’s new Netflix series *With Love, Meghan*, offers a glimpse into a sweet moment between Meghan’s daughter, Princess Lilibet, and Serena as they play a game of Candyland.
The video, captioned “When the aunties come to play and celebrate! Love you @serenawilliams,”* shows Lilibet dressed in a baby pink floral leggings set and a sweater with a 3D applique, her auburn hair styled in a half-up ponytail. Serena, meanwhile, sports a raspberry pink sweat suit, adding a pop of color to the playful scene. Meghan stands nearby, overseeing the game with a smile.
In a second post, Meghan teased her upcoming Netflix series, writing, *”3 days until the party begins. All are invited, @netflix.”* The series, *With Love, Meghan*, promises to give fans an intimate look into her life in Montecito, showcasing her love for homemaking, creativity, and thoughtful gestures. A behind-the-scenes video shared earlier offered a sneak peek, including a brief appearance by Prince Harry as he walked alongside Meghan on set.
The series was filmed at a farmhouse wedding venue owned by philanthropists Tom and Sherrie Cipolla, located just two miles from Meghan and Harry’s home. While it doesn’t feature their actual residence, the production captures the essence of their life in California.
Meghan and Serena’s friendship dates back to 2010, when they first met at the Super Bowl. However, it wasn’t until they reconnected at another Super Bowl event in 2014 that their bond truly blossomed. Meghan recalled the moment on her now-defunct blog, *The Tig*, writing, *”When Serena Williams barrelled in my direction this past February at an event, nails done, hair done, everything did, I’ll be honest and say I looked behind me to see who she was running to. It was Serena Williams, after all. Serena-numberonetennisplayerintheworld-Williams.”*
She continued, *”Turns out this fancy lady was coming to me. We hit it off immediately, taking pictures, laughing through the flag football game we were both playing in, and chatting not about tennis or acting, but about all the good old fashioned girly stuff.”* Over the years, Serena became a confidante for Meghan, someone she could text while traveling, cheer for at tennis matches, and enjoy casual lunches with.
Their friendship has remained strong through major life events. Serena attended Meghan and Harry’s wedding at Windsor Castle in May 2018, and a year later, Meghan watched Serena play at Wimbledon alongside her sister-in-law, Kate Middleton. Serena was also present at Meghan’s baby shower for her eldest son, Prince Archie.
The new video and Meghan’s upcoming Netflix series highlight the enduring bond between the Duchess and the tennis superstar, offering fans a glimpse into their close-knit relationship. As Meghan continues to share moments from her life, it’s clear that Serena Williams remains a cherished friend and a significant part of her journey.
