PRINCE ARCHIE turns five today and he will likely be celebrating with his family in Montecito, California.
The Sun spoke exclusively to royal commentator Ingrid Seward about how Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, could be celebrating their oldest child’s birthday.
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It’s believed Meghan baked Archie a lemon cake for his fourth birthdayCredit: Netflix
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Archie might’ve moved on from loving dinosaurs, as seen in the Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan, to superheroesCredit: NETFLIX
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Prince Harry and Meghan are likely to celebrate their son’s birthday in CaliforniaCredit: Mega
She claimed: “As Archie has no cousins in California, he will invite his school friends – possibly the entire class. And the cool locals with kids and the Hollywood set.
“The party will be themed possibly Superhero which is popular with that age group.
“The food will be all gluten-free or possibly a choice, and there will be a themed birthday cake.”
Archie’s birthday cake could very well be made by Meghan.
For his fourth birthday last year, according to sources close to the family, she chose to bake her son a lemon cake using fruit from their garden, the Express reported.
She added: “Games will be arranged with an entertainer or a group of entertainers – everyone young in LA that isn’t an actor is a party entertainer!
“They might arrange for a themed adventure around the garden or something like a woodland theme with cowboys and Indians or a superhero theme.
“They might bring in exotic animals and make an upmarket petting zoo for the kids. Llamas. Miniature ponies etc – talking parrots or tame monkey.”
The expert suggested: “There will be a complete ban on all plastics and a request for no plastic presents. The glasses and plates will be bamboo or something similar.
“Kids of five love dancing so most likely will have a disco. Harry and Meghan are beset by problems, everyone is bored of their relentless moaning about the way they’ve been treated
“There will be party bags for the kids and champagne (or wine) and beer for the parents possibly an after barbeque for the close friends.”
Ingrid went on to add: “These parties cost a fortune. Even parents with ordinary incomes spend a lot.
“It can cost £30 a head in the UK just for the entertainers!
King Charles with give him a toy from Hamleys and Queen Camilla will have chosen it.
Ingrid Seward
“Not like the old days of Smarty Arty and pass the parcel which it was like when Harry was five.
“The girls will probably wear their party frocks and favourite outfits for the boys. It is more casual than here obviously, but kids like dressing up.
“They might be given what are called bee bombs which are like little hand grenades and when you throw them they hit the ground and flower seeds fly out.”
As for possible presents, Ingrid opined: “As I said no plastic…Fancy wooden toys, books.
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“Maybe a five-year-old size jeep or tractor but could not be plastic – have to be made of metal or wood. Very expensive as it would have to be custom made.
“I am sure some of the LA parents will try and outdo each other on presents.
“But not the royals. They are pretty parsimonious as far as presents go.
“It’s hard to find nonplastic presents for small children so it is anyone guess.
“The Harrods toy department hardly exists anymore so it will be something from Hamleys for King Charles to give him I would imagine. Queen Camilla will have chosen it.
“Also the godparents will be giving presents and sending from the UK.”
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Ingrid believes King Charles will send his grandson a present from Hamleys, which Queen Camilla will have chosen.Credit: PA
MEGHAN Markle and Prince Harry are in a ‘battle over raising Archie and Lilibet as both royals and Americans’, says a royal expert.
Esteemed royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams, claimed The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s children face an “upbringing with which is unorthodox to the rest of the world”.
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Harry and Meghan are ‘battling’ over Archie’s upbringing, it is claimedCredit: Mega
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Meghan and Harry shared a candid shot with Doria and Archie on his birthday two years agoCredit: Netflix
Dividing time between the UK and the States could be a nightmare for the royal couple.
Meghan faces a “hostile press” and “rift with the Royal Family”, should she cross the pond with Archie and Lilibet – who ” have obvious links to Britain”.
It’s a balance between Harry raising them as Royals and Megan, raising them as Americans
Richard Fitzwilliams
Richard Fitzwilliams told The Sun: “There’s little doubt that Megan and Harry are raising Archie and Lily very much the same way as in in the United States is as they would here.
“Because obviously you get an occasional photograph, or and you get an obsession, and quite rightly, with privacy.
“Also, you’re dealing with very young people so far as the rather extraordinary circumstances in which Archie and Lily find themselves, the fact that they are being raised in the United States, and yet, of course, have obvious links to Britain.
“And obviously the British Royal family, I mean whether one day they choose to use that titles.”
While the future is unknown, the expert questioned the duke’s bid for more security and how comfortable his wife – previously branded “toxic” – would fare in the UK.
“Megan is extremely unpopular, and that does feed into the narrative which is linked to their children, because it’s most unlikely they would come without their mother, and if Megan comes she knows very well she’s firstly got a hostile press,” Continued Mr Fitzwilliams.
“Secondly, there’s the rift with the royal family.
“This doesn’t bode well.”
He also believed it would be “quite a long period of time”, before anything healing could happen with Prince William.
The royal commentator believed there would be more fuss made over Archie and Lilibet in the States.
“They may very well prove to be extremely popular, but their parents aren’t,” he added.
“I think that his parents have certainly in the way that things are working out, at least at the moment, have arranged a very unorthodox future for him.
“It’s a balance between Harry raising them as Royals and Megan, raising them as Americans.”
But Mr Fitzwilliams claimed it will be normal for the children “who’ve never known anything else”.
He added that the real difficulties will come later in life, “if they do choose to use royal titles”.
‘KING LEFT DOOR OPEN FOR HARRY’
It comes as Harry announced his return to the UK in just days for theInvictus Games Foundation’s 10th Anniversary.
He will arrive at the Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday 8th May.
Archie’s birthday lands just two days prior and will mark the same day as King Charles’ first coronation anniversary, May 6
It will be his first time in Britain since Princess Kate announced she is receiving treatment for cancer on March 22.
While experts have speculated a face-to-face reunion may be on the cards with King Charles, it may be a much longer process with The Prince and Princess of Wales.
“The King has always kept the door open to Harry, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that he would invariably get a warm reception,” said Mr Fitzwilliams.
“It will take its time. But clearly the situation has changed in recent weeks beyond all expectations.
“I don’t think it would be too difficult, it depends how you define reconcile.
“I think there’s a long way to go before Harry is bringing over Meghan and the children.”
The royal expert also spoke of Harry meeting with Wills and Kate: “We don’t know, but Catherine is receiving preventative treatment for cancer and there’s no doubt it’s a very very difficult time for her, and it’s most unlikely that she would want visitors who might be in some form controversial, whatever the intention.
“William has a very deep rift with him and I don’t see it instantly being resolved.
“The Sussexes aren’t trusted by the Royal Family.”
‘WATCH THIS SPACE’
And, The Sun’s Royal Editor, Matt Wilkinson, answered all our readers’ burning questions surrounding Harry’s transatlantic trip.
Including his thoughts on Meghan returning to the UK and said: “Talks could be happening in the background in a vain hope that Meghan could arrive with their children and meet the King.
“But I think she knows that she is not welcome and being the centre of attention will not go down well.
“Yes, I’d expect her to return on the odd occasion for major events like funerals, marriages or coronations, like Wallis Simpson would. But as for next week? Watch this space.”
KING Charles would get a real “boost” if Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and their children went to visit him, it has been claimed.
Chris Ship, ITV’s Royal Editor, has told The Sun’s Royal Exclusive Show, how it would be “quite something” if the family reunited.
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King Charles has met Prince Archie, but not Princess LilibetCredit: GETTY
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Chris said it would “boost” the King’s spirits if he could see his grandchildrenCredit: Splash
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Chris Ship (left) on The Sun’s Royal Exclusive YouTube showCredit: THE SUN/YOUTUBE
Chris told The Sun’s Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson: “The relationship is very difficult within that family.
“I think yes, it would be a lot easier if Meghan weren’t there.
“But she is still the King’s daughter-in-law, and they have two children which are the King’s grandchildren.
“You would hope they would all see each other.
“Wouldn’t it be nice if they did bring the kids and they all went to see Grandad because that would really give him the boost?
“Just imagine if Harry and Meghan came over with the children and he got to see them, or one of them, for the very first time – that would be quite something.”
It has been confirmed that Prince Harry won’t meet his father King Charles during his whistle-stop UK trip this week.
A spokesperson for Harry, 39, announced the news, saying: “It unfortunately will not be possible due to His Majesty’s full programme.
“The Duke of course is understanding of his father’s diary of commitments and various other priorities and hopes to see him soon.”
Prince Harry arrived in London today ahead of a special event marking 10 years of the Invictus Games, which is taking place at St Paul’s Cathedral.
Meghan Markle, 42, will not be in attendance, but there is a possibility she might be flying in and out of the UK ahead of the couple’s Nigeria trip at the end of the week.
In an interview recorded before today’s news announcement, Chris said: “He’s [Harry] not here for a long period of time, he’s only here for a couple of days before going to Nigeria – where incidentally, Meghan is going to Nigeria, we’ve been told.
“But she’s not at the St. Paul’s Cathedral service?
“What I haven’t been able to work out yet, and it might come out in due course, is whether Meghan’s going to be in the UK at all.
“I’d imagine she could fly via London to get to Nigeria.”
This is yet to be confirmed by the Sussex’s team, with Chris saying: “So they’re telling us ‘No, she’s not going to be at St. Paul’s Cathedral, but they’re not saying anything to us when we ask ‘Is she going to be in the UK at all?’”
Why isn’t Meghan attending the Invictus Ceremony with Harry?
Meghan has attended several other Invictus Games events over the last year alongside Harry so it’s unusual as to why she isn’t going to this one.
Chris referenced the last time Meghan and Harry visited St. Paul’s Cathedral was for the late Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee Service in June 2022.
He said: “They got booed,” to which Matt confirmed: “Yes, they did.”
“Going back there, I can see why Meghan may not wish to accompany Harry to that event.”
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Meghan and Harry back in February in Canada for Invictus Games One Year To Go EventCredit: GETTY
THIS is the adorable moment Prince Harry met children who have lost their parents in the British Armed Forces on his whirlwind UK trip.
Harry spent the afternoon with 50 bereaved military children and young people at a Scotty’s Little Soldiers event.
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Prince Harry at the event todayCredit: PAUL TIBBS
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Harry talked to young people who have lost military parentsCredit: PAUL TIBBS
The prince is a global ambassador for the charity and spent time chatting to the kids and playing games with them.
Harry also spent time with the children’s parents, whose partners have been killed while serving in the Armed Forces.
In a speech, Harry said: “It was an honour to meet so many of the wonderful families Scotty’s Little Soldiers supports.
“I have long believed in the mission of this charity, and I truly believe the work they do to foster community,
“They create space for young people to connect, grieve, but also have fun together is life-changing.
“I am a huge supporter of their work, and very proud to be their first Global Ambassador.”
One of the young people Harry met was 16-year-old Georgia Paterson.
Georgia’s dad Corporal Norman Stevenson served in the Royal Regiment of Scotland and died by suicide when she was eight.
She said: “Prince Harry was the best person to share that experience with because he’s been through it. Charles jokes about being ‘let out of cage’ as Wills is seen after Harry return
“He understands better than anyone. It was really moving to see how vulnerable he was with us, which encouraged us to open up as well.”
“It felt really connecting because when your parent served, they served for the country.
“One of the most important things for the country is the Royal Family.
“Speaking with someone who is part of that made me feel more connected to my Dad.”
Georgia added: “It was amazing to be connected to him in that moment.”
Nikki Scott founded Scotty’s Little Soldiers in 2010 following the death of her husband, Cpl Lee Scott the year before.
She said: “It was amazing to see all the smiles in the room when Prince Harry walked through the door.
“The Duke of Sussex has supported Scotty’s for a long time, which means a lot to our members.
“They know he understands what it’s like to experience the death of a parent and the challenges they face.
“It’s important to our members to maintain their connection to the military community, which Prince Harry is also passionate about.
“Events like these are so valuable to our members because it enables them to develop friendships with others in a similar situation, as well as have lots of fun.”
PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle were all smiles when they danced with schoolchildren today as they kicked off their ‘faux-Royal tour’ in Nigeria.
The Sussexes beamed as they waved to locals, chatted to leaders and snapped selfies with teens – after having a secret rendezvous in London.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle danced with school children after they arrived in Nigeria todayCredit: Instagram/sperrypeoplemag
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The pair then visited army wives at the Defence headquarters in AbujaCredit: AP
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The Sussexes chatted away with children in a classroom at Lights AcademyCredit: AFP
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Harry and Meghan are in the West African country for a three-day quickfire trip – and were this morning warmly greeted by locals.
The pair seemed smitten as they danced with youngsters before Meghan praised her “smart” husband who she said “always says the truth”.
The Sussexes were greeted with a ‘Welcome’ banner fringed with flowers heralding their arrival which read: “We Are Honored To Have You!”
They were snapped walking hand-in-hand at the Lights Academy just hours after arriving in Abuja.
Harry and Meghan were snapped dancing with a crowd of school children, with grins ear-to-ear as they jumped and twirled around.
The duke was encouraging the duchess to spin, as she’s seen laughing before placing a hand on her husband’s shoulder.
Later, in a sweet speech, Harry told crowds of schoolchildren there’s “no shame” in feeling off.
He told the youngsters: “There is no shame to be able to acknowledge that today is a bad day, OK?
“That you woke up this morning feeling sad; that you were at school, feeling stressed; that you’ve lost a loved one in your family and you don’t know who to turn to or who to speak to.
“All of these things you may even be led to believe are not for conversation.”
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Harry continued: “Every single one of those things is completely normal, it is a human reaction, whether it’s grief, stress, whatever the feeling is.
“It comes from an experience that you have had – you can have it, she (Meghan) can have it, I can have it. They can have it. Every single one of us is likely to have it on any given day.
“So if you take anything away from today, just know that mental health affects every single person.”
The prince reminded the youngsters: “The more you talk about it, the more you can kick stigma away, fall far away into long grass, and then everybody will have the opportunity to be able to share how they’re feeling, how they’re coping, and then you can help other people.
Meghan & Harry’s links to Africa
Harry has had a long relationship with Africa, even taking his now-wife Meghan to Botswana for a camping trip as one of their early dates.
Meghan is said to want to “explore her ancestry and lineage” while thereafter revealing she was “43% Nigerian”.
In 2019 the couple embarked on a tour of southern Africa.
The Duchess of Sussex flew with baby Archie to Johannesburg where they were later joined by Harry after he visited Malawi.
During the time apart Meghan told journalists she was struggling to cope with them being apart.
The Duke has also established a charity to help African orphans, Sentebale, with Prince Seeiso from Lesotho.
“So will you promise to us that after today, no more being scared, no more being unsure of mental health. If you are unsure, then ask. Ask your teachers. Ask your friends. Be there for one another.
“If you see your friend in your class not smiling, what are you gonna do? You gonna check in with them? Are you gonna ask him if they’re okay? ‘Cause it’s okay not to be okay.”
The more you talk about it, the more you can kick stigma away, fall far away into long grass, and then everybody will have the opportunity to be able to share how they’re feeling, how they’re coping, and then you can help other people
Prince Harry
Meghan looked up at Harry sweetly the entire time he spoke to the youngsters.
She then grabbed the mic and said: “You see why I’m married to him?
“He’s so smart. And so inspiring because he speaks the truth.”
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Megha looked sweetly at Harry as he today gave a speech on mental healthCredit: BBC
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Schoolchildren snapped selfies with MeghanCredit: AFP
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During their speech, they reminded youngsters that it’s OK to have bad days
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They beamed today as they were welcomed into NigeriaCredit: Reuters
The duchess then spoke to mental health as well, saying: “We believe in you. We believe in your futures. We believe in your ability to continue to tell your stories and to just be honest with each other. There is no need to suffer in silence.
“Just make sure that you are taking care of yourselves and that begins with your mental health by really talking about whatever’s coming up for you.”
When the Sussexes first arrived at the school they were given strings of wooden beads and serenaded by dancers and singers.
“Bravo” Meghan clapped after one backflip carried out in front of them.
After spending much of the morning with the school children, the Sussexes visited army wives at the Defence headquarters.
He’s so smart. And so inspiring because he speaks the truth
Meghan Markle
They had jetted in together at 5am on a British Airways flight after a reunion at London Heathrow’s VIP Windsor Suite yesterday.
Harry, 39, had flown into Britain on Tuesday, with Meghan, 42, arriving from LA.
Just hours before they boarded the flight, King Charles had been snapped beaming in Surrey, while Prince William visited a site where houses were being built for the homeless.
Harry also opened up about how he felt about his time in the UK.
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He arrived in the UK on Tuesday to celebrate 10 years of the Invictus Games FoundationCredit: Getty
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He was all smiles on Wednesday at the Invictus bashCredit: AFP
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Harry was snapped leaving the UK last night – before meeting Meghan for a secret rendezvousCredit: Louis Wood
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The duke, pictured on Tuesday, left the UK yesterdayCredit: Getty
The Sussexes are set to take part in “cultural activities” during their 72-hour trip after they were invited by the West African country’s chief of defence staff.
The getaway has been labelled a “faux-royal tour”.
Harry and Meghan, who is of Nigerian descent, will meet service members and their families, and participate in traditional cultural activities, according to local media.
This is their first trip to Nigeria as a couple.
They’re expected to visit three cities while there in their efforts to get the country to host the Invictus Games in 2029.
Harry has had a long relationship with Africa, even taking his now-wife Meghan to Botswana for a camping trip as one of their early dates.
Air Vce Mshl Abidemi Marquis, director of sports at the Nigerian Defence Ministry, said Meghan wants to “explore her ancestry and lineage” while there.
Meghan Markle reveals ‘Lili’s favourite class’
By Matt Wilkinson, Royal Editor
MEGHAN Markle has revealed Lilibet’s favourite class while chatting to children in Nigeria.
She and Harry walked along a green carpet to the 200-student Lightway Academy smiling and waving at youngsters.
Inside, their first stop was in a kindergarten class where children aged two to five danced and sang songs for them.
One little two-year-old girl stepped forward and tentatively shook hands with Meghan.
The tot then decided it was too much of a step forward to shake Harry’s hand.
Meghan said: “We all get shy sometimes.”
When they were introduced to the eldest child in the class who’s five Meghan said: “Our son Archie’s five. He turned five last week.”
Within a few minutes, the couple were on their feet taking part in a riotous version of “jump up, turn around”.
Meghan then said: “That was great.
“Do you love your teacher?”
Harry added: “Is singing and dancing your favourite class?”
Meghan then sweetly said: “That’s Lili’s favourite class.
“Maybe it’s all the jumping around.”
Mr Marquis said the Sussexes were first taken to a hotel, before heading to the Light Academy.
They are then set to meet defence leaders and visit injured soldiers.
Tomorrow Harry’s set to field his own team during a seated volleyball match played by Nigeria’s Invictus team, before he and Meghan meet with more soldiers and their families.
That afternoon Meghan will host a Women in Leadership event with Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, a Nigerian-American economist who is director general of the World Trade Organisation.
Then, on Sunday, the Sussexes will head along to a basketball clinic that promotes youth getting into the sport, enjoy a cultural reception and visit a polo fundraiser.
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A massive welcome sign greeted the coupleCredit: AFP
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The Sussexes walked hand-in-hand as they greeted peopleCredit: AFP
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Harry has been chatting away with youngsters all morningCredit: AFP
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The Sussexes touched down in Nigeria at 6amCredit: AFP
Mr Marquis said there were several reasons the country was looking forward to hosting Harry and Meghan.
The Telegraph reported he said: “One because Nigeria is now a member of the Invictus community, and his coming will lay credence to the fact that you know, being part of the community, you need to be accepted.
“Number two, that Nigeria is also looking forward to hosting an Invictus Games and three, the need to build a state-of-the-art structure for the management of the wounded and injured soldiers, particularly those with post-traumatic stress syndrome.
“And finally, you know, his wife recently did a DNA genealogy test and it was confirmed that she’s 43 per cent Nigerian, so she also is looking forward to coming to Nigeria to explore her ancestry and lineage.”
Inside Sussexes’ trip to Nigeria
The Duke and Duchess are spending three days in Nigeria to promote the Invictus Games.
The Sussexes will be taken to a hotel when they first touch down today, then visit the Light Academy, a school in nearby Wuse, before meeting defence leaders and visiting injured soldiers.
Tomorrow Harry’s set to field a team during a seated volleyball match played by Nigeria’s Invictus team, before he and Meghan meet with more soldiers and their families.
That afternoon Meghan will host a Women in Leadership event with Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, a Nigerian-American economist who is director general of the World Trade Organisation.
Then, on Sunday, the Sussexes will head along to a basketball clinic that promotes youth getting into the sport, enjoy a cultural reception and visit a polo fundraiser.
The trip comes after Harry didn’t meet with his “busy” dad while he was in the UK but said he “hopes to see his him soon”.
The Monarch was spotted on Tuesday leaving Windsor Castle around 11am, just hours before Harry touched down.
His son was then spotted in London before he headed to an Invictus event.
Harry released a statement around 2pm saying he would not be seeing Charles, due to his “father’s diary of commitments and various other priorities”.
Charles then snubbed his son for a second time – announcing William would take charge of Harry’s former helicopter regiment next week.
On Wednesday afternoon King Charles hosted the palace’s first garden party of the year as one of his first events back in the public eye.
Around the same time, Harry was backed by Princess Diana’s siblings at his Invictus bash.
The King was just two miles away.
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King Charles spoke to guests at a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on WednesdayCredit: PA
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King Charles was snapped beaming just moments afterCredit: PA
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Prince William played his hand at volleyball in Cornwall last nightCredit: Reuters
The party wrapped up at 6pm – just as Harry finished a service at St Paul’s Cathedral.
Charles donned a grey suit and light blue waistcoat and beamed as he appeared alongside other Royal family members.
The monarch removed his top hat for the National Anthem performance and could be seen smiling to the crowds.
His Majesty was joined by the Queen, the Princess Royal, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.
One touching video shows Charles greeting and shaking the hands of well-wishers.
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The couple were beamingCredit: AFP
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Crowds turned up to catch a glimpse of the pairCredit: Reuters
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The Sussexes are on a quickfire three-day ‘faux-Royal tour’Credit: AP
Charles stops to speak to tens of people as Camilla tries to Usher her husband along.
Meanwhile, the Duke of Sussex was in the same city – hugging his late mum’s brother and sister Earl Spencer, 59, and Lady Jane Fellowes, 67, outside St Paul’s Cathedral ahead of a service.
Three cousins — George McCorquodale, 39, Louis Spencer, 30, and Lara Spencer, 18 — sat in a row behind Harry.
A decade ago Charles, Camilla and Prince William had joined Harry at the first Invictus Games in London.
On Wednesday, Earl Spencer and Baroness Fellowes supported him at the hour-long service followed by a drinks reception in the St Paul’s crypt.
Harry arrived at 5pm and greeted his aunt and uncle before taking his seat.
He gave a reading, as did actor Damian Lewis. Ingrid Seward, editor of Majesty magazine and friend of Diana, said the Spencers’ presence was significant.
Harry’s mental health speech in full
By Matt Wilkinson, Royal Editor
“Hi everybody,” Harry said, before asking for a show of hands, from teacher and kids, “if I say mental health do you know what it means?”
He went on: “In some cases around the world, in more than you would believe, there is a stigma when it comes to mental health. Too many people don’t want to talk about it ’cause it’s invisible. It’s something in our mind that we can’t see. It’s not like a broken leg, it’s not like a broken wrist.”
“It’s something that we are still relatively unsure of. But guess what? Every single person in this room, the youngest, the oldest, every single person has mental health. So therefore, you have to look after yourself to be able to look after other people. And other people have to be able to look after themselves, to look after you. That’s the way it works. And there is no shame to be able to acknowledge that today is a bad day, okay?”
He added: “And you woke up this morning feeling sad and you left school feeling stressed and you’ve lost a loved one in your family and you don’t know who you talk to or who to speak to. All of these things you may be led to believe are not for conversation. We are here today to tell you that that is not the case.
“Every single one of those things is completely normal. It is a human reaction, whether it’s grief, stress, whatever the feeling is, it comes from an experience that you have had. You can have it. She can have it. I can have it. They can have it. Every single one of us is likely to have that on any given day. So if, if you take anything away from today, just know that mental health affects every single person in the entire world.”
And then, motioning as if to kick a football, Harry added: “And the more you talk about it, the more you can kick stigma away, fall far away into long grass, and then everybody will have the opportunity to be able to share how they’re feeling, how they’re coping, and then you can help other people.
“So will you promise to us that after today, no more being scared, no more being unsure of mental health. If you are unsure, then ask. Ask your teachers. Ask your friends. Be there for one another. If you see your friend in your class not smiling, what are you gonna do? You gonna check in with them? Are you gonna ask him if they’re okay? ’cause it’s okay not to be okay.”
She said: “They are very supportive of Harry and always have been.
“It sends a clear signal to the Royal Family and to Harry that Diana’s family are there for him.
“At his address at Diana’s funeral, Charles Spencer said he would look out for William and Harry in her place.
“He said: ‘We your blood family will do all we can to continue the imaginative way in which you were steering theses two exceptional young men so that their souls are not simply immersed by duty and tradition but can sing openly as you had planned’.
“Charles Spencer wanted the Spencer family to be prominent above all others, but the boys were sucked up by the Royal Family.
“Now that Harry has left the Royal Family, the Spencers have laid claim to him again.”
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Earl Spencer and Lady Jane Fellowes joined him at the St Paul’s Cathedral ceremony on WednesdayCredit: Goff
In 2019 the couple embarked on a tour of southern Africa.
The Duchess of Sussex flew with baby Archie to Johannesburg where they were later joined by Harry after he visited Malawi.
During the time apart Meghan told journalists she was struggling to cope with them being apart.
The Duke has also established a charity to help African orphans, Sentebale, with Prince Seeiso from Lesotho.
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They touched down after meeting in London for a secret rendezvousCredit: AFP
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Harry was seen heading into the Windsor Suite at Heathrow airportCredit: Louis Wood
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The Sussexes walked hand-in-hand as they greeted peopleCredit: AFP
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The couple were given strings of wooden beads on arrivalCredit: AP
David and Victoria Beckham’s youngest has a seriously impressive style file
It’s not every day you get to access Victoria Beckham’s wardrobe and wear whatever you want from her luxe designer collection – unless you’re her mini-me daughter Harper Seven, that is.
Victoria and David Beckham’s 11-year-old daughter is the youngest of the Beckham family, but her age certainly isn’t a match for her unrivalled sense of style. Despite only being a tween, Harper has sported some seriously cute sartorial moments in the past, and has even bagged herself a seat in the front row of several Fashion Week shows through the years. Jealous, much?
There’s no denying that Harper is a carbon copy of her former Spice Girl mum, Victoria. With her own fleet of luxe handbags, access to items from her mum’s eponymous fashion label and the influence of her famous brothers, Harper is easily one of the best-dressed celebrity children.
Ms Beckham often coordinates her outfits with her mini style muse. From silk and lace dresses designed by VB herself, to designer denim and Spice Girls-inspired outfits, Harper’s fashionista status is only going to get better as she grows up!
Nothing delights style fans more than when Victoria twins with her trendy tween. Take a look at all the times Victoria and Harper were style sisters in matching outfits…
Victoria and Harper in citrus tones
If there was ever a reason to add citrus tones to your wardrobe this summer, Victoria and Harper called it first. The stylish mother-daughter duo were seen looking ultra-glamorous on a night out in Paris wearing coordinating lemon and lime-inspired outfits.
Victoria and Harper in monochrome
VB and her mini style twin rocked all-black ensembles as they stepped out for another soirée in Paris last year. Harper’s dress featured a detailed web-like bodice crafted from delicate black lace and a halterneck fit, boosting the 11-year-old’s sartorial status to a whole new level of fun.
Victoria and Harper in pink
VB and her youngest looked runway ready as they posed in the mirror of a luxe Miami hotel. Harper looked angelic in a strapless waterfall gown in lilac tones, as Victoria sported a dreamy ruffled dress in pink.
Victoria and Harper rock power suits
We couldn’t get over the moment Harper stepped out in a monochrome power suit beside her dad David as they headed to Victoria’s Fashion Week show.
Suits are a staple in Victoria’s wardrobe and have become synonymous with her glamorous clothing line – so it’s no surprise Harper wanted to copy her mum’s fashionable flair!
Victoria and Harper in jeans
Harper looked super sweet in a pair of wide-leg denim jeans on Victoria’s IG Story earlier this year, which she topped with a crisp blue shirt and cosy knitted vest in a soft cream hue.
VB launched her own denim line back in 2020, admitting that the versatile fabric has become part of her sartorial philosophy. Denim twins!
VICTORIA Beckham embraced a more relaxed look as she spent the day on her yacht in Miami.
The 48-year-old was spotted looking amazing in a black unitard while joined by husband David, children Harper and Cruise and some pals.
Victoria Beckham was dressed down on the family yachtCredit: Backgrid/MEGA
The star went barefootCredit: Backgrid/MEGA
The trim fashion designer went barefoot and wore her long hair loose down her back as she strolled around their £5million family yacht.
The family are currently enjoying an Easter break in Miami, spending time with their eldest son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola to mark their one year wedding anniversary.
The family quashed rumours of a rift for good as they posed for a photo together to mark the special occasion.
The 24-year-old son of footie star David, 47, and ex-Spice Girl Victoria, wed Transformers actress Nicola, 28, in a lavish ceremony in Florida last year.
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Victoria shared the sweet snap with her 30.8 million Instagram followers, writing: “So special to be together to celebrate your 1st wedding anniversary…we love you.”
Nicola replied to her: “Today was so fun! We love you so much.”
The Beckham’s were hosted by Nicola’s billionaire businessman dad Nelson Peltz and mum Claudia for a special dinner at their £76million Palm Beach mansion.
An insider said: “The couple have spent the last few days in Tokyo but wanted to gather both families in Palm Beach for a low-key Easter Sunday dinner to commemorate their first year as a married couple.”
Inside Romeo Beckham’s glam life, from luxury holidays on board a £5m superyacht to fashion shoots and £1.2m Puma deal
The handsome 20-year-old is the poster boy for ‘Generation Z’ – having featured in various high-end fashion mags, as well as modelled for a Burberry photoshoot.
Romeo Beckham is the poster boy for Generation Z
Romeo, next to mum Victoria, with his glam family worth £330million
Brentford have taken Romeo Beckham on loan from Inter Miami
To top it off, he’s also inherited his dad’s genes when it comes to playing football.
The Inter Miami youngster has joined Premier League side Brentford on loan for the rest of the season, making his Man Utd legend dad proud.
But off the pitch, Romeo boasts a glam lifestyle many lads his age would envy.
He dates one of the world’s most successful supermodels, while he reportedly has his own quarters in the family’s £31million home.
Better still, Romeo enjoys luxury holidays on board their £5million superyacht.
And he has time for plenty of celeb pals in his hectic life.
Making his own name
Romeo Beckham was born in London in 2002, a year before his father would move to Real Madrid after 12 years at Manchester United.
But, he would stay in the UK as his father forged a football career overseas.
He attended posh Wetherby Preparatory School in London, where the feuding princes William and Harry were educated – with fees at around £8,000-per-term, before concluding his studies at the private Somerset establishment Millfield – who count Lily Allen and Sophie Dahl as former pupils.
However, it was football that was his passion – training with Arsenal, first, in 2014 before he was released a year later.
Seemingly, Romeo turned his back on football – and was seen taking up tennis. He even hired Andy Murray as a coach, as aimed for Wimbledon glory.
Then there was fashion to fall back on – with various magazines throwing him on their front covers in stylish clobber.
GQ and Vogue were two magazines that came calling, while when he was just 12 Romeo featured in a global Burberry campaign for their Christmas collection.
Burberry signed Romeo Beckham up to model for them
Andy Murray offered Romeo Beckham tennis lessons after he gave up football
Romeo Beckham rediscovered his love for football and headed to Miami in 2021 with his dad
In 2020, he made the decision to give football another go – with dad replacing the tennis court built at their home with a football pitch.
A year later, Romeo joined his dad’s Inter Miami project in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, although he is yet to make his competitive debut for the club.
Puma also handsomely rewarded his change of heart – handing him an endorsement deal worth a reported £1.2million to become the new face of the brand.
Model missus
While Romeo pondered his next career he move, he met stunning British model Mia Regan in 2019.
The pair are believed to have connected through the same social circles, and Mia became a muse for his mother.
Since 2019, Romeo Beckham has dated British model Mia Regan
Mia Regan has become a muse for mother Victoria Beckham
After briefly splitting last year, Mia Regan and Romeo Beckham rekindled their romance
Often, the-then teenager would escort his fashion designer mum Victoria to shows across Europe.
Long-distance love, though, proved a tough nut to crack.
They briefly split last year, with Romeo deleting all pictures of them together from his Instagram that’s followed by 3.6 million followers.
When Mia teamed up with his mum on a fashion collaboration back in October, they appeared to be back on.
Since, they have been seen enjoying a break away in the Lake District where they went hiking.
Home is where heart is
Born into a family with a net worth of around £330million, Romeo is accustomed to the greater things in life.
And that includes some astonishing homes.
In Miami, he stays in a stunning modern penthouse the Beckhams splashed £19million on in 2020.
Found inside the seven star resort the One Thousand Museum, the building was designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid and is the only residential place to have a helipad..
All the penthouses have their own outdoor pools, while floor-to-ceiling windows provide scenic views of the Miami landscape.
Romeo Beckham divides his time between Miami and London
In Miami, the Beckhams own a penthouse in the One Thousand Museum building
The complex boasts a stunning indoor pool
Romeo Beckham is said to have his own wing in their £31m London home
Inside David and Victoria Beckham’s New Year’s Eve party at family’s £6m Cotswolds manor house
When he’s in England, Romeo mostly enjoys London life in a Grade II-listed townhouse property that his parents paid a staggering £31million for.
It features six bedrooms, with Romeo said to enjoy his own wing – where he has entertained girlfriend, Mia.
While, there’s also a country pile in the Cotswolds that’s part of the Beckham property portfolio, where the family spent New Year’s Eve with an epic firework display.
Another Grade II-listed home, there are home comforts abound inside the Oxfordshire abode with chandeliers and an enormous roaring fireplace.
The kitchen hosts long tables, gorgeous stone floors and an Aga oven, leading to a vast outdoor eating area to match the one inside.
And a tennis court can be found outside with a garden that holds a plunge pool and an interesting looking outhouse that appears to be a sauna.
Yacht life
While his dad boasts an impressive car collection, Romeo has been seen driving a £65,000 Maserati Levante and a £45,000 Jeep.
But swapping land for sea is far more impressive – and that’s why the Beckhams have a glorious superyacht worth £5million.
Romeo Beckham enjoys the family yacht with dad David
The stunning £5m yacht boasts a swimming pool
Fine dining has never been better on board Beckham’s lavish yacht
The vessel is named Seven — matching David Beckham’s famous shirt number for the Red Devils, as well as daughter Harper’s middle name.
The yacht can accommodate ten guests in five state rooms. And the millionaire’s status symbol has a nippy top speed of 30 knots. It also boasts an extended swim platform, beach deck.
The Beckhams, including Romeo took it for a spin for the very first time last year.
Moored in Miami, they’ve been seen on it sporadically throughout the year.
Famous friends
When you’re the son of an A-lister, you can expect to make celebrity pals.
A quick glance at Romeo’s Instagram, which is followed by 3.6million people, shares a glimpse of who his showbiz friends are.
Fashionable Romeo Beckham often attends fashion shows with his famous mum Victoria
Singer Charlie Puth and Romeo Beckham backstage at one his shows
Marc Anthony and Romeo Beckham are pals
Cool kid Romeo Beckham is a chip off the old block
American singer Charlie Puth is close, and Romeo was backstage for one of his shows.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang called him “My G” on a visit to see him play in Miami.
Singer Marc Anthony and DJ Kygo are also on his WhatsApp.
Expect that contact list to include Ivan Toney and more, should he leave a good impression at The Gtech Community Stadium
When Prince Harry married Meghan Markle in a fairytale royal wedding ceremony in Windsor six years ago, millions of people watched across the globe.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot in front of millions during a ceremony in 2018. (Image: GETTY)
When Prince Harry wed Meghan Markle at a storybook royal ceremony at Windsor, the Duchess offered her husband-to-be a calming presence, according to an expert.
As they mark their sixth anniversary, reflections on their 2018 nuptials reveal contrasting demeanours: Harry, initially tense, and Meghan exuding confidence from the start.
Body language expert Darren Stanton, speaking on behalf of Betfair Live Casino, observed that while Harry displayed “nervous” anticipation beside his brother Prince William at the altar, it was Meghan’s “calm and confident” presence that brought him comfort.
“Harry was feeling nervous on his wedding day. He displayed a few nervous smiles, but they were portraying genuine emotion. He tried to convey confidence, but his nerves took control. When he was waiting at the altar with William, you could see his face flushing, as his cheeks went red. But when Meghan arrived, he was more relaxed and could be more at ease with himself,” Stanton revealed.
The body language expert, formerly of Derbyshire police, observed that Meghan Markle exuded confidence on her wedding day without any visible anxiety.
Meghan Markle offered her husband-to-be Prince Harry a calming presence, according to an expert. (Image: Getty Images)
“Meghan was calm and confident on her wedding day with no nervousness. She was very collected and everything seemed to fall into place as she arrived. She took the lead and had a lot of control. Her posture was aligned, she held her head high and her smiles were fully engaged. These are all signs of feeling at peace and confident about themselves. Meghan puts Harry at his ease.” the expert added.
He noted the couple’s body language signalled a bright future, claiming: “When Harry first saw Meghan on their wedding day, Harry was blown away.
“He couldn’t stop smiling and couldn’t stop looking her in the eyes. This shows how real their connection is. As soon as they locked eyes with each other, Harry’s body language relaxed.
“It shows how connected they are as a couple. It means that when they are together and can be themselves, but also feel comfortable when they have each other by their side.”
