Royal Family Publicly Wishes Prince Harry a Happy 40th Birthday After Three-Year Silence
For the first time in three years, the Royal Family publicly wished Prince Harry a happy 40th birthday through their official X account, accompanied by a photo from 2018. The message follows a period of silence regarding Harry’s birthdays since Queen Elizabeth's passing. He is expected to receive calls from King Charles and Kate but not from Prince William. Harry will celebrate with a lavish party organized by Meghan Markle in Montecito, as he prepares for upcoming philanthropic engagements in New York City.
The Royal Family has reached out to Prince Harry with a birthday message as he marks his 40th birthday, the first such acknowledgment in three years. This gesture follows a period of silence since Queen Elizabeth's passing in September 2022.
Royal Family Acknowledges Harry’s Milestone Birthday
In a notable departure from recent protocol, the Royal Family posted a message on their official X account wishing Harry a happy 40th birthday. The message included a photograph of the Duke from his visit to Dublin, Ireland, in July 2018, when he was still performing royal duties. This marks a significant moment as the Royal Family had not made any public statements regarding Harry’s birthday in the past three years, particularly following the new guidelines established when King Charles ascended the throne.
Limited Family Interactions Expected
While Harry is anticipated to receive calls from some family members on his special day, reports indicate that he will not be in touch with his older brother, Prince William. A source suggested that William is unlikely to reach out due to ongoing tensions between the brothers. The last time they were seen together was at the funeral of their uncle Lord Robert Fellowes in late August.
Celebrations Planned and Future Endeavors
Prince Harry is expected to celebrate his significant birthday with a lavish event in Montecito, organized by his wife Meghan Markle. He is also poised to receive a substantial cash bonus of $12 million, linked to arrangements made by his late great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. Following the celebrations, Harry will head to New York City to further his patronages and philanthropic efforts, coinciding with key events like the UN General Assembly High-level Week and Climate Week.
