A BEAMING Prince Harry has been seen for the first time since news of his family’s move back to the UK was broken by The Jattvibe.
The Duke and his wife Meghan will make a shock return at the end of August for “an extended period”, with kids Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, enrolling at school here.
Prince Harry arrives at the roundtable after his move back to Britain had been revealed Credit: AP
Harry talks about red hair with William Bringer as he arrives to speak at a roundtable Credit: AP
Harry was in Washington DC late on Wednesday participating in a roundtable supporting veterans after the news broke.
There, Harry spoke to the event and also chatted to Sarah Verado, CEO of The Independence Fund – a charity that helps catastrophically wounded, injured, or ill combat veterans and their families.
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He was speaking about increased support for veterans but in one funny moment joked with participant William Bringer – who also has red hair.
Harry put his hands on William’s shoulders and could be seen scratching his own barnet as the pair spoke and beamed at each other.
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Harry grabs his own hair as he speaks to a fellow ginger Credit: AP
Harry listening while at the roundtable in Washington DC Credit: AP
The Prince spent 10 years in the British Army and has made his support of veterans an integral part of his charity work – most notably with the Invictus Games.
He was in the UK working with veterans just last month when he joined wounded war heroes in an emotional reunion with the medics who saved them.
The Prince hailed the experts, volunteers and support workers who brought veterans back from the brink after they sustained horrific injuries on the front line.
Harry also hugged Alison Hammond during a surprise appearance on This Morning.
He was at Birmingham’s National Exhibition (NEC) — the primary venue for the 2027 Games — and took part in a series of exhibition events alongside competitors from previous Invictus Games.
Harry then told Alison in an interview that Meghan and his kids were “proud of him” before adding: “I love my family”.
It comes as…
Now, Harry is set to be spending even more time in Britain with his family’s impending return.
The Sussexes will move into a non-royal residence and will continue with their business enterprises.
The exact location of their new home has been kept under wraps but there are a number of locations they could choose from.
The return comes six years after Megxit and raises questions over their roles in the royal family and who will fund their security.
It is understood Harry and Meghan will not receive any money from the public purse while back in the UK, and that he will not undertake any official royal duties.
Sources say if there are discussions on any future role for him it would need to take place between him and his father.
Harry was already due to visit the UK in mid-September for his patronages, including a WellChild Awards bash, and would have been offered a Buckingham Palace room.
It is understood the 77-year-old King is welcoming the opportunity to see more of the family in a private capacity.
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Megxit timeline
May 19, 2018. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle marry.
March, 2019. The palace announces Harry and Meghan will set up their own household.
January, 2020. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announce their plans to step back from their roles as senior royals and reach the Sandringham Agreement – dubbed “Megxit” – which rules the Sussexes can not be half-in-half-out royals.
March 2020. Meghan and Harry attend their last official engagement as working royals at Commonwealth Service Day before moving to California.
March, 2021. Harry and Meghan’s notorious tell-all Oprah interview airs.
December, 2022. Harry and Meghan’s bombshell Netflix documentary is released with the duo branding the Commonwealth “Empire 2.0.”
January, 2023. Harry releases his tell all memoir Spare, heavily criticising the British press and making startling revelations about his family.
February, 2024. Charles is diagnosed with cancer after the disease was spotted during his prostate operation.
September, 2025. Harry is reunited with his father in their first face-to-face meeting since Charles was diagnosed with cancer.
June, 2026. Harry, Meghan and the children visit the UK including Diana’s childhood home.
August, 2026. It is announced Prince Harry and Meghan are moving back to the UK — six years after leaving for the US.
