This timeline details the events surrounding Meghan and Prince Harry's decision to step back from their senior roles in the royal family.
Announcement of Stepping Back
January 2020
Meghan and Prince Harry announced that they would step back from their roles as senior members of the royal family and balance their time between the UK and North America.
Final Solo Engagement
March 7, 2020
Meghan's final public solo engagement as a senior royal was a visit to Robert Clack School in Dagenham ahead of International Women's Day.
Last Engagement as Senior Royals
March 9, 2020
Meghan and Prince Harry attended the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey, their last engagement as senior members of the royal family before officially stepping down on March 31.
Return to UK for Platinum Jubilee
June 2022
Meghan and Prince Harry made their first official appearance in the UK since stepping down, attending the Platinum Jubilee National Service of Thanksgiving.
