Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, born on September 15, 1984, is a prominent member of the British royal family, known for his diverse roles as a helicopter pilot, military officer, philanthropist, and patron of the arts. He is the younger son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales, and currently stands fifth in the line of succession to the British throne.
Harry's educational journey took him through esteemed institutions such as Wetherby School, Ludgrove School, and Eton College, culminating in officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. He was commissioned as a cornet in the Blues and Royals and had the unique opportunity to serve alongside his elder brother, William, Prince of Wales. His military career included two deployments to Afghanistan, where he served in Helmand Province and with the Army Air Corps.
In 2014, inspired by the Warrior Games in the United States, Harry founded the Invictus Games, a multi-sport event for wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women. He remains actively involved as its patron. Alongside his brother and sister-in-law, Catherine, Princess of Wales, he co-founded the mental health initiative Heads Together in 2016, aiming to raise awareness and support for mental health issues.
Harry was granted the title Duke of Sussex in 2018, just before marrying American actress Meghan Markle. The couple has two children, Archie and Lilibet. In January 2020, they made the significant decision to step back from their roles as working members of the royal family, relocating to Southern California, where they established Archewell Inc., a multifaceted organization focused on charitable and commercial ventures. Their journey has included high-profile media appearances, such as a revealing interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021 and a Netflix documentary series in December 2022. In 2023, Harry published his memoir, Spare, offering an intimate look into his life and experiences.