In an exclusive chat with Marie Claire, Meghan Markle opened up about her family's holiday traditions and revealed a surprising past Thanksgiving guest that left fans buzzing.

The Duchess of Sussex shared that her Thanksgiving celebrations with Prince Harry are “always pretty low-key," emphasizing their love for spending time with her mother, Doria Ragland.

Since relocating to their opulent $14 million Montecito home in 2020, following their transition from senior royal duties in the UK, the Sussexes have embraced a more relaxed lifestyle.

Ragland, who resides in Los Angeles, has a cozy two-bedroom guesthouse on their property, ensuring she’s always close by when visiting.

Markle reflected on the joys of family gatherings, saying, "Like any other family, you spend time having a great meal and then what do you do? Play games, all the same stuff, someone brings a guitar — fun."

She reiterated that each holiday offers a unique adventure for her family, which includes her two young children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3.

Highlighting the nurturing of family traditions, Meghan mentioned how important it is for her to create “magic” during the holidays.

This includes providing “great recipes” and even setting out “carrots for reindeers” as they approach Christmas.

But what truly intrigued followers was Markle's mention of an unexpected Thanksgiving visitor from the past: feminist icon Gloria Steinem.

Meghan emphasized the importance of inclusivity during the festivities, stating, “I think you always make sure there’s room at the table for your friends who don’t have family, which is really key.”

Despite enjoying a peaceful holiday in California this year, rumors have circulated about an invitation extended to them by Charles Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, to celebrate Christmas at Althorp, the Spencer family estate in England.

A source revealed, "It's far too early to say whether they will take him up on it, but the offer is there if they want it."

As the festive season approaches, all eyes are on the Sussexes as they prepare for a heartfelt celebration in Montecito.

Will they make the trip to England, or are they committed to their new holiday traditions? Only time will tell! Stay tuned for more updates on their family plans!