Meghan Markle began the new year with a bittersweet mix of emotions. After announcing her return to Instagram and teasing the upcoming release of her Netflix cooking show, she shared heartbreaking news about the passing of her beloved rescue dog, Guy.
Guy, a beagle who Meghan adopted in 2015 from a Canadian rescue group, had been with her for over 15 years. He was initially saved from a kill shelter in Kentucky, where he was given just days to live before Meghan swooped in and gave him a loving home. Meghan described their bond in a moving post titled “In Memory of Guy,” reflecting on their first meeting when she named him “Guy” because of how small and frail he was. She shared that Guy had been with her through some of the most important moments of her life, from her marriage proposal with Harry to becoming a mother to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The tribute post included a heartfelt video of Guy’s life with the family. The footage featured tender moments, including Harry and Meghan cradling Guy, Archie walking him on a leash, and a sweet moment where the family sang “We love you Guy, oh yes we do…” The video also showcased Guy in a trailer for Meghan’s upcoming Netflix cooking show, With Love, Meghan, which premieres on January 15. Meghan explained that viewers would see Guy in the series and hoped they would understand why his loss was so devastating for her.
In her emotional message, Meghan admitted that the grief had been overwhelming, expressing how many tears she had shed since his passing, often hoping the shower would somehow erase the pain. She concluded her tribute by thanking Guy for his unconditional love and remembering how much he had filled her life. She also included the hashtag #adoptdontshop, encouraging others to adopt pets from shelters.
While the exact timing of Guy’s death remains unclear, it’s likely that he passed due to old age. Fans across social media have expressed their condolences, with many sharing their own experiences of losing a cherished pet. As Meghan prepares to share Guy one last time on her show, his memory will continue to hold a special place in her heart and in the hearts of her fans.