Michelle Obama Calls Meghan Markle 'An Inspiration' In Adoring Instagram

Michelle Obama gave high praise to Meghan Markle in a sweet Instagram on Thursday, calling the Duchess of Sussex “a thoughtful leader who is breaking the mold and making our world better for it.”

The duchess and Prince Harry , now on a 10-day royal tour of South Africa with their baby son Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, attended a youth reception earlier this week and met Obama Foundation leaders. 

“Thank you to my friend, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Sussex @sussexroyal, a thoughtful leader who is breaking the mold and making our world better for it,” the former first lady wrote in her glowing post.

“Whether meeting with our @ObamaFoundation Leaders or helping girls around the world seek the education they deserve, she is an inspiration to so many,” Obama added, alongside a photo of a smiling Meghan posing with foundation leaders. 

Meghan interviewed Obama for the September issue of British Vogue , which the former “Suits” actress guest-edited. In their candid chat, the former first lady reflected on motherhood and how it’s changed her. 

Obama, who knows first-hand the pressure of being under a global spotlight, doled out some advice to the duchess in an interview with Good Housekeeping .