WATCH: Get to know Meghan Markle better with these little known facts

Cape Town - Long before her engagement to Prince Harry, Meghan Markle was making a name for herself as a talented actress and TV star. 

She went from small parts on such TV series as Fringe, Without a Trace and CSI:Miami to a starring role on the USA Network drama Suits.

Few people know that Meghan's dad is an Emmy Award-winning retired lighting director who worked on shows like Married with Children. 

Learn more about the new royal by watching the video above.