**Title: Meghan Markle’s Friend Takes a Jab at Kate Middleton Over Princess Lilibet’s Birthday Snub**

In a recent turn of events, Meghan Markle's friend has sharply criticized Princess Kate for missing Princess Lilibet's birthday celebration.

The young royal marked her first birthday in the UK, but the absence of the Prince and Princess of Wales raised eyebrows and sparked conversations online.

Lilibet, who is now three years old, celebrated her milestone birthday on June 4.

However, many remember the stir that occurred two years ago when she turned one.

That year, Meghan's close friend, actress Garcelle Beauvais, did not hold back her feelings about Kate's absence, labeling it as rather shady.

It's a sentiment that seems to have resurfaced with Lilibet's latest birthday.

Garcelle expressed her thoughts during an interview with E!

News, quipping, “What a coincidence, we're out of town, and I'm washing my hair.”

Her words dripped with sarcasm, suggesting that Kate's excuse for missing the celebration was less than convincing.

It's hard not to wonder if the timing could have been adjusted to allow for family connections.

The criticism intensified as it became clear that William and Kate were occupied with concert rehearsals at Cardiff Castle, which was part of the celebrations for the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Many questioned whether they could have rearranged their schedule, especially for such a significant family occasion.

Garcelle certainly voiced that concern, asking, “Can't they postpone the travel for a few hours to meet Archie and Lilibet?”

At that time, Lilibet had only ventured to the UK a handful of times, making her first birthday all the more special.

Meghan and Harry attended several events honoring the late Queen, while their children, Archie and Lilibet, stayed largely out of the public eye.

It was a delicate balancing act between royal duties and familial obligations.

Reports suggest that Meghan and Harry hosted a cozy birthday gathering at Frogmore Cottage, their former residence in the UK.

Yet, the guest list was notably lacking, as none of the Cambridge children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, or Prince Louis—were present to celebrate with their cousin.

Even King Charles and Queen Camilla were absent from the festivities.

The absence of the royal family from Lilibet's birthday party didn't go unnoticed.

After her first birthday, a charming photo of Lilibet circulated widely, believed to have been taken during her celebration.

This image captured the hearts of many, but it also highlighted the divide within the royal family.