When Prince Harry was asked about his changing position in the royal line of succession, his response was nothing short of heartwarming.
Once the third in line to the throne upon his birth in 1984, Harry has seen his place shift significantly over the years, especially with the arrival of his brother Prince William‘s children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
As time went on, Harry moved down the line when George was born in 2013, and again with Charlotte’s arrival in 2015.
This transition could have sparked feelings of jealousy or resentment, but Harry’s reaction was refreshingly sweet.
During a 2017 interview with royal expert Angela Levin, he expressed his genuine happiness for his niece and nephew, stating, “The reason I am now fifth is because of my nephew and niece, and I could never wish them away.
They are the most amazing things ever.”
In 2018, Harry faced further changes in his royal standing with the birth of Prince Louis, which pushed him even further down the line.
However, rather than sulking about it, he shared his aspirations of fatherhood during the same interview.
He mentioned his hopes for George and Charlotte’s involvement in the armed forces, emphasizing the positive impact it had on his own life.
“I would definitely encourage George and Charlotte if she wants to, to have some sort of involvement in the armed forces,” he said, highlighting the value he sees in such experiences.
Fast forward to 2020, when Harry and his wife Meghan Markle decided to step back from their royal duties.
Since then, they have embraced parenthood, welcoming two adorable children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Their journey as parents has been a significant chapter in their lives, one that Harry cherishes deeply.
However, the couple’s relationship with the royal family has not been without its challenges.
Earlier this year, Harry and Meghan found themselves at the bottom of the royal family website following a refresh that aimed to update information.
This change raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about their current standing within the royal hierarchy.
The official website, while intended to provide accurate information, contained multiple errors regarding the couple’s status.
It mistakenly noted that they still retained royal patronages and resided at Frogmore Cottage, which is no longer the case.
Such inaccuracies led to criticism from royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams, who pointed out that the biographies should either be updated or acknowledged as outdated.
