Prince Harry, duke of Sussex

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Prince Harry says "keep your kids away from social media" to protect them from harm • Apr. 25, 2025, 5:18 AM ET (CBS)

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Held Heartbreaking Vigil Honoring 50 Children Who Lost Their Lives • Apr. 24, 2025, 7:44 AM ET (Vanity Fair)

Prince Harry's relationship with King Charles is on a knife edge after his 'worst fears have been confirmed' • Apr. 19, 2025, 7:38 AM ET (ABC News (Australia))

Prince Harry ‘lost interest’ in African charity after marrying Meghan • Apr. 17, 2025, 3:41 AM ET (The Telegraph)

Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Ukraine to meet war victims • Apr. 14, 2025, 10:11 AM ET (CBS)

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Also Known As	Prince Harry of Wales • Prince Henry Charles Albert David, Duke of Sussex, Earl of Dumbarton and Baron Kilkeel
Born	September 15, 1984 (age 40) • London • England
Founder	Invictus Games
Notable Family Members	spouse Meghan, duchess of Sussex • father Charles III • mother Diana, princess of Wales • brother William, prince of Wales

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