Princess Lilibet Celebrates Fifth Birthday with Low-Key Family Gathering at Montecito Home
MONCITO, California — On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Princess Lilibet Diana, the youngest child of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, marked her fifth birthday with a private family celebration at the couple's residence in Montecito, California.
The event, which commenced at approximately 2:00 PM Pacific Time, was described by palace sources as a low-key gathering, attended only by her immediate family, including her older brother, Prince Archie Harrison. According to a spokesperson for the Sussex family, the occasion included a small birthday cake prepared by a local artisan baker and an afternoon of games in the family's garden. No official photographs were released to the public, and the Duke and Duchess have requested privacy for their children.
This birthday comes amid ongoing discussions regarding the royal titles of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, with sources close to the family confirming that the children continue to use their titles in private settings, in accordance with their rights as grandchildren of a sovereign. No formal statement from Buckingham Palace has been issued regarding the celebration.