Meghan Markle’s new Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, gave viewers an insight into the Duchess’s life in Montecito. It showed fans how she prepares for a brunch or children’s party, and showcased her gaggle of famous pals including Mindy Kaling, Vicky Tsai and Delfina Blaquier.
Delfina— who has previously referred to Meghan as a ‘sister'— has been close with the Duchess for quite some time. Here’s everything you need to know about Argentine socialite Delfina Blaquier.
Who is Delfina Blaquier?
Delfina is an influencer, socialite, photographer and in the 90s competed internationally in high jumping.
How old is Delfina Blaquier?
Delfina was born on 20 November 1980, making her 44 years old and a Scorpio.
Who are Delfina Blaquier’s parents?
Delfina’s mother was the Argentine racing driver Delfina Frers and her father is Eduardo Blaquier, a member of one of the wealthiest families in Argentina.
Where is Delfina Blaquier from?
The socialite grew up on her family’s estate in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Is Delfina Blaquier married?
Delfina married the model and ‘David Beckham of polo’, Nacho Figueras, in 2004 after meeting at a polo match in 1997. He is ranked as one of the top 100 polo players in the world and now owns and plays for Black Watch polo team.
Does Delfina Balquier have children?
She and husband Nacho share four children— Hilario, 25, Aurora, 19, Artemio, 15 and Alba, 12.
How does Delfina Blaquier know Meghan Markle?
Delfina met Meghan through Harry, who is a friend of her husband, Nacho. Harry and Nacho have been playing alongside each other in charity polo matches for over a decade. She and her husband attended Meghan and Harry’s wedding in 2018.
In which episode of With Love, Meghan does Delfina Blaquier appear?
Delfina Blaquier appears in the fourth episode of With Love, Meghan, called Love is in the Details.
When was Deflina Blaquier a professional high jumper?
Delfina was a very successful high jumper in the 1990s. She was awarded a gold medal at the South American Youth Championships in Athletics in 1996. The following year, she became a silver medallist at the South American Championships in Athletics, before becoming a two-time gold medallist at the South American Junior Championships in Athletics in 1997 and 1998. In 1998, at 27 years old, she placed eighth at the World Athletics U20 Championships.
Does Delfina Blaquier have Instagram?
She does, and you can follow her at @delfinablaquier.
Sarah O'Byrne is a writer for Grazia, heat, Closer, Yours, Bella and Crime Monthly. She focuses mainly on celebrity and entertainment news.