Meghan Markle was there to celebrate Kerry Washington's birthday, inspiring a look back at their friendship through the years.

Kerry Washington rang in her 48th birthday on Friday, surrounded by close friends. The "Scandal" star turned to her close-knit circle, including Jessica Alba, for a special gathering that was more than just a birthday bash -- it was a night of connection and intention-setting.

Kerry Washington recently marked her 48th birthday with a low-key girls' night in—and I never would've guessed that a royal participated in the festivities. On Friday, Washington was joined by Meghan Markle,

Meghan Markle has a new girl squad! The Duchess of Sussex, 43, joined her gal pals last week to celebrate her longtime friend Kerry Washington’s birthday. The “Scandal” actress, who turned 48 on Jan.