Prince Harry has once again captured the hearts of millions, thanks to a recently resurfaced TikTok video that showcases his adorable interaction with his son, Archie. Fans of the former royal are praising him for his hands-on parenting style. However, many are also noticing his silence surrounding Kate Middleton's birthday, sparking discussions about the ongoing tensions within the royal family.
A Viral Moment That’s Melting Hearts
On Monday, January 8, a heartwarming clip from Harry and Meghan Markle's 2022 docuseries, Harry & Meghan, resurfaced on TikTok, showing Harry and Meghan reminiscing about Archie's first steps. In the video, Meghan, now 42, narrates as Harry, 39, reenacts the moment their son took his first steps. "Archie took his very first steps right here," Meghan says with a smile, capturing the sweet memory that's now gone viral.
The video continues with a montage of sweet moments featuring Archie, now 4, and his younger sister, Lilibet, 2, as they spend quality time with their parents at their home in Montecito, California. It’s clear from the footage that Harry and Meghan are building a loving, nurturing environment for their children, and their fans are loving every second of it.
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One commenter expressed their admiration, saying, "I'm so happy for them. They're building such a beautiful life for their kids." Another fan chimed in, "I love them so much." It's moments like these that remind us why Harry and Meghan have such a dedicated following, even after stepping back from their royal duties in January 2020.
Harry Opens Up About Fatherhood
Throughout the years, Harry has been open about the profound impact fatherhood has had on his life. In his 2023 Netflix docuseries, Heart of Invictus, Harry shared some heartfelt insights into Archie's blossoming personality. He revealed that Archie's aspirations change daily—sometimes he wants to be an astronaut, other times a pilot—but what Harry emphasizes to his son is the importance of character over career aspirations.
Harry said, "Some days it's an astronaut, other days it's a pilot. But what I remind him is no matter what you want to be when you grow up, it's your character that matters most." This heartfelt advice highlights Harry's focus on instilling strong values in his children, something that resonates deeply with parents everywhere.
A Quiet Birthday for Kate
While Harry was basking in the glow of fatherhood, the rest of the royal family was celebrating Kate Middleton's birthday on Tuesday, January 9. King Charles III and Queen Camilla took to social media to wish the Princess of Wales a happy birthday, posting, "Wishing the Princess of Wales a very happy birthday today!"
However, Harry and Meghan did not publicly acknowledge Kate's special day, which has fueled speculation about the state of their relationship with the royal family, particularly with Prince William. Kate and William, who share three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—continue to maintain a close-knit family unit back in the U.K.
Looking Back at Past Tensions
It's worth noting that last year, just one day after Kate's birthday, Harry released his memoir, Spare, which included details of a heated text exchange between Meghan and Kate. The altercation reportedly occurred before Harry and Meghan's wedding in May 2018, when Kate allegedly told Meghan that Princess Charlotte, then 6, wasn't a fan of the dress she was asked to wear for the wedding. According to Harry, this led to a tense exchange that left Meghan in tears.
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Despite these past tensions, Harry and Meghan did publicly wish Kate a happy birthday in 2020, commenting on Kensington Palace's Instagram account, "Wishing a very happy birthday to The Duchess of Cambridge today!" However, their absence of a public tribute this year has raised eyebrows among royal watchers.
