Amid the ongoing rift, Prince William and King Charles surprise Prince Harry with a 40th birthday wish
The Royal Family’s official social media accounts, along with William and Kate’s Instagram and X accounts, posted birthday wishes for the Duke of Sussex.
Prince Harry has received some unexpected royal birthday wishes.
The Duke of Sussex turned 40 on Sunday, Sept. 15, and his milestone birthday was celebrated by both his father, King Charles, 76, and his brother Prince William, 42, in posts on social media, marking the first time the royal family has publicly acknowledged Harry’s birthday since 2021.
On the official Royal Family social media accounts, which are run by King Charles’ office at Buckingham Palace, a post celebrated Harry’s milestone birthday with a simple message.
“Wishing The Duke of Sussex a very happy 40th birthday today!,” the caption of the post read, alongside a photograph of the Duke smiling.
Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales shared the Royal Family’s post on their own Instagram Stories account and on X (formerly Twitter), adding their own celebratory message.
“Wishing a Happy 40th Birthday to the Duke of Sussex,” the caption above the photo read.
PEOPLE understands Harry will mark his 40th birthday on Sunday, Sept. 15, with a private celebration in Montecito, surrounded by family and friends. Harry is then expected to continue the festivities abroad with close friends.
