Meghan Markle is mourning the loss of her favorite dog, Guy, whom she rescued in 2015 from a kill shelter in Kentucky. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, shared the heartbreaking news on her newly launched Instagram on January 7, 2025, in an emotional post that resonated deeply with her followers. She wrote, “I have cried too many tears to count the type of tears that make you get in the shower with the absurd hope that the running water on your face will somehow make you not feel them or pretend they’re not there. But they are. And that’s okay too. Thank you for so many years of unconditional love, my sweet Guy. You filled my life in ways you’ll never know. As ever, Meghan.”
Guy, a beagle, had been a constant companion in Meghan’s life, from her time as an actress on Suits to her engagement, wedding, and pregnancy with Prince Harry. He was also a significant presence in her transition to life in the UK and beyond. His presence in Meghan’s life was so special that he even made a cameo in the trailer for her upcoming Netflix lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan.
In a show marked by her heart of gold, Meghan gave some touching moments while sharing pictures and videos of Guy over the years, as well as great moments with her children: Prince Archie (5) and Princess Lilibet (3). She hoped her show viewers would come to love him just as she did. Meghan also reflected on the importance of his name, explaining that the caretakers at the Kentucky shelter had called him “the little guy” due to his small, frail figure, which inspired her to name him Guy. “And he was the best guy any girl could have asked for,” she fondly said.
Meghan also took a moment to reflect on Guy’s challenging journey before becoming part of her family. She said he had been involved in an accident before she went to UK, which resulted in her having multiple surgeries. At a point, Meghan was told that Guy would never walk again. A doctor gave her hope and Guy surprised the odds; he walked again. Meghan and Prince Harry, even during their busy schedules, drove late at night after work to visit him while he recovered in Surrey for months.
Meghan’s emotional message has brought sympathy from fans, many of whom remember Guy fondly as part of her family. For those interested in learning more about Guy’s incredible journey, there is a book titled His Royal Dogness, Guy the Beagle: The Rebarkable True Story of Meghan Markle’s Rescue Dog that chronicles his life with Meghan.