Barack Obama Has Nicest Message For Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
On Monday, the world was giddy with excitement over the news that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are finally engaged. And it appears we’re not only ones excited for the impending nuptials: former president Barack Obama shared his joy in a tweet that read, “Michelle and I are delighted to congratulate Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their engagement. We wish you a lifetime of joy and happiness together.”
The congratulatory note comes as little surprise, as the former POTUS has always had a solid relationship with the royal. Even after Obama left office he made time to stop in and visit his old pal Harry at Kensington Palace in May, where the two “discussed support for veterans, mental health, conservation, empowering young people, and the work of their respective foundation,” according to a tweet sent by the palace. The pair also kicked it at the Invictus Games earlier this year.
Prince Harry, 33, and the 36-year-old actress announced their engagement early Monday, but it actually happened earlier this month in London over a roasted chicken. Immediately following the reveal, Kensington Palace shared remarks made by several members of the royal family, including Prince William and Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton who said, “We are very excited for Harry and Meghan. It has been wonderful getting to know Meghan and to see how happy she and Harry are together.” Prince Harry’s father, Prince Charles, also shared a statement with his wife Camilla saying, “We’re thrilled. We’re both thrilled. We hope they’ll be very happy indeed.” And of course Harry’s grandparents, the Queen of England and Prince Philip, were overjoyed with the news saying they’re delighted for the couple and wish them every happiness.
Now we can only hope that the Obamas make an appearance at the royal wedding this spring alongside Meghan and Harry’s other famous friends.
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