Meghan Markle’s old social media account resurfaces and fans are distracted by one detail

Like many others, Meghan Markle has undergone a noticeable online transformation over the years. While she recently returned to Instagram with a sleek new image, her earlier posts tell a very different story.

This week, Reddit users resurfaced Meghan’s old Instagram account, sparking interest in her original online persona. Long before her recent beach photo debut under the handle @meghan, she was known as @meghanmarkle and often posted casual, filtered images.

Meghan’s return to Instagram in 2025 came alongside the announcement of her Netflix series focused on her As Ever lifestyle brand. The contrast between her polished current content and her earlier, more candid posts caught many people’s attention.

One detail in particular sparked curiosity: how did she get the highly sought-after @meghan handle? Many speculated Instagram gave it to her due to her fame, with one user noting the platform had previously done something similar with the Sussex handle.

Another Redditor with experience at social media companies explained that celebrities can request unused or inactive handles, often successfully, due to platform policies.

Some also noticed Meghan’s early love of cooking, pointing to numerous food-related posts from her old account. Fans used this as proof that her interest in lifestyle branding isn’t new or manufactured.

Defenders of Meghan highlighted that her current work with As Ever reflects a long-standing passion, rather than a recent business ploy. Many felt her evolution was natural, and her brand feels authentic to who she has always been.

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