Royal fiancee Meghan Markle shuts down social media accounts

NEW YORK —  Prince Harry's fiancee Meghan Markle has shut down her social media accounts in line with royal tradition, Kensington Palace confirmed on Tuesday.

The American closed her Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. The palace said Markle "is grateful to everyone who has followed her social media accounts over the years" but "she has not used these accounts for some time." Those who pay attention to the royal life can follow the accounts of Kensington Palace.

Word of the change came after the royal couple visiting a community radio station in Brixton that trains youngsters in media skills. Hundreds of people lined in the streets to welcome them. It was the couple's second official visit since they announced their engagement in November.

The US actress and the queen's grandson will marry on May 19 at Windsor Castle.