Prince Harry won’t be returning to the United States empty-handed after receiving a thoughtful gift during his visit to the United Kingdom.
For the first time in months, the Duke of Sussex returned to London to attend the annual WellChild awards, England’s national charity, where he has also served as the patron since 2007.
During the meaningful engagement, the 40-year-old royal met some of the young people who were recognized by the charity as a “beacon of hope and inspiration.”
One of the standout moments was when he met Gwen Foster, the winner of the prestigious national 2025 WellChild Awards.
The nine-year-old, born with hydrocephalus and spina bifida, enjoyed a brief but joyful encounter with Prince Harry, where the two playfully battled using bright yellow balloon swords.
The moment also caught the attention of his wife, Meghan Markle, who shared the Hello! Magazine TikTok video on her Instagram Stories, reacting with pink hearts to show her delight.
Expressing a sweet gesture, Foster gave the father of two a special present for Prince Harry’s kids, which included two tiny football shirts of her favourite teams.
“Best gift ever, thank you so much,” the royal responded, adding, “This is so cool, it’s going to make them so happy.”
Prince Archie of Sussex, the couple’s firstborn, is six and was born in London, while their youngest, Princess Lilibet “Lili” of Sussex, is four and was born in Santa Barbara, California.
At the same event, Prince Harry made a rare admission about his kids.
During his interview with HELLO! Magazine, he spoke about the challenges of parenthood and the impact it has once you become a parent.
“I think once you become a parent yourself, everything changes,” he said, adding, “It’s emotional enough not being a parent and seeing what these families go through, but then when you have your own kids or when you’re expecting your own kids, that’s when it really hits you.”
In addition, he also shared his appreciation for the health and happiness of his children.
“And I remember one of these years, I choked up on stage, and that was exactly it. I am so grateful to have healthy kids.”
Prince Harry’s recent U.K. visit marked his first public appearance in London since April 2025. During his previous trip, he attended the Royal Courts of Justice to address his security situation and later paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, on the third anniversary of her passing.
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