Meghan Markle had a surprisingly relatable life before becoming the world's most famous royal to-be

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Prince Harry's fiancée Meghan Markle may be a millionaire, but she doesn't act like it.

• Prince Harry's fiancée Meghan Markle is an actress on the television drama "Suits," which films in Toronto, Canada.
• Markle may be a millionaire and soon-to-be royal, but she doesn't live a lavish lifestyle.
• Markle previously rented a modest home and car in Toronto, and favors affordable fashion brands.

Prince Harry's fiancée Meghan Markle isn't a commoner - but she's not yet royalty either.

Sure, the 36-year-old actress and Los Angeles native was earning close to half a million dollars a year starring in the USA Network drama "Suits," but she didn't live in the lap of luxury.

Up until her recent engagement to Prince Harry, Markle rented a three-bedroom bungalow in Toronto, Canada, and leased an Audi SUV. And before she landed the role on "Suits," she was juggling a few side hustles to make ends meet.

Below, take a peek inside the surprisingly relatable life of Meghan Markle: