Prince Harry celebrates 41st birthday today and here's 11 of his biggest royal moments

Prince Harry is celebrating his 41st birthday today. The youngest son of King Charles and the late Diana, Princess of Wales was first photographed at just one day old back in 1984 - with most of his life well-documented in the public eye.

Now aged 41, Harry resides in the US with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, six-year-old Prince Archie and four-year-old Princess Lilibet. Although his birthday plans remain unknown, he is expected to spend his special day with his young family at their home in Montecito, California.

Despite having moved out of the royal spotlight at the start of 2020, Harry has now got four decades of achievements, successes and special memories under his belt - including a decade-long career in the military to becoming a devoted husband and father.

So, as the Royal Family - and fans alike - celebrate Harry's birthday, the Express takes a look at 11 major moments of his life so far.

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