In a heartwarming Valentine’s Day surprise, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced they are expecting their second child. The couple shared the news with a beautiful black and white photograph taken by a friend of Meghan’s. The image, captured on an iPad, shows the Duke and Duchess of Sussex with a visible baby bump, radiating joy and love.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announce their second pregnancy with a black and white photo
The spokesperson for the Sussexes officially confirmed the news, stating, “We can confirm that Archie is going to be a big brother. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are overjoyed to be expecting their second child.”
The announcement carries a poignant connection to Princess Diana, who, 37 years prior, shared the news of her pregnancy with Prince Harry on a similar day in February 1984. This joyous occasion comes just months after Meghan bravely opened up about her miscarriage last summer in a heartfelt New York Times op-ed.
The couple, who married in a breathtaking ceremony in May 2018, welcomed their first child, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, a year later. Prince Harry has expressed his desire for a larger family, stating in a conversation with conservationist Jane Goodall that he envisioned having “two, maximum.”
Since stepping back from their royal duties, the Sussexes have been building a new life in California. They have secured lucrative deals with media giants like Netflix and Spotify and continue to advocate for causes close to their hearts. The arrival of their second child will mark a new chapter in their lives, further solidifying their independent path.
The news of the pregnancy coincides with a mini royal baby boom in England. Prince Harry’s cousin, Princess Eugenie, recently welcomed a baby boy, and another cousin, Zara Tindall, is expecting her third child. While the due date for the newest Sussex remains under wraps, the couple’s recent appearances show them radiating happiness and anticipation.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and Archie are pictured in a Christmas card in December 2020.
The baby’s arrival will be a historic event, marking the first time a descendant of the British Royal Family is born in the United States. As per the protocols established over a century ago, the child will not be automatically titled prince or princess at birth, much like their older sibling, Archie. Despite stepping back from their royal roles, Harry and Meghan’s children remain in the line of succession, with Archie currently seventh and the newest addition positioned at eighth.
The world eagerly awaits the arrival of the newest member of the Sussex family, and we join in celebrating this joyous occasion with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
