Prince Archie is 'double' of Prince Harry in new photo as they go surfing

Like father, like son!
Rebecca Carter

Prince Harry took his son Prince Archie surfing in California recently and a now-deleted photo emerged on social media.

Harry, 40, and wife Meghan Markle, 43, have kept their children out of the limelight for the most part. Royal fans have only got glimpses of the tots despite their royal status.

But recently, a photo – obtained by HELLO! – emerged appearing to show Prince Harry alongside little Archie, five, as they had a surf lesson. However, it’s since been deleted.

Prince Harry smiling at Invictus Games
The Duke of Sussex recently enjoyed a spot of surfing with son Archie (Credit: Cover Images)

Prince Harry and son Prince Archie surfing in California

The photo, which came a day before Meghan launched her new Instagram account, showed Harry wearing a wetsuit as he beamed alongside surfing professional Raimana Van Bastolaer and Archie, who was also wearing a little wetsuit.

Goodness, Archie looks like his dad so much.

While part of Archie’s face was covered, his red hair and eyes could be seen.

Raimana reportedly shared the photo to Instagram, before deleting. Despite this, fans saw the image and couldn’t believe how much Archie looks like his dad.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry holding hands at Invictus Games
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry rarely share photos of their kids (Credit: Cover Images)

Archie ‘double’ of his dad Harry in surfing photo

One person gushed: “Goodness, Archie looks like his dad so much.”

Another wrote: “Prince Harry and Prince Archie are twins and so beautiful with beautiful red hair.”

Someone else commented: “LOVE IT, he’s going to be just like his father.”

While the image of Archie is no longer seen on Raimana’s page, some photos and videos of Harry surfing remain.

It’s believed Harry, Meghan and their two children – Archie and Lilibet, three, – spent Christmas and the new year in California.

They moved to America after stepping back from their senior royal roles in early 2020.

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (@meghan)

Meghan Markle returns to Instagram with beach video

It comes as the Duchess of Sussex has a made a surprise return to Instagram with a beach video, shot by Harry.

In the black and white video, Meghan ran towards the ocean barefoot as she was dressed in all white.

Marking the new year, she then draws “2025” in the sand before smiling at the camera.

According to a spokesperson for Meghan, she wants to use her new Instagram account to share updates on her work and personal life.

Read more: How Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘overshadowed’ Princess Kate as she approaches 43rd birthday

They added: “While there is still work to be done, she feels confident that by returning to Instagram, she can amplify the progress made so far and lead by example in demonstrating the potential for social media to bring joy and positive connection.

“By stepping back into this space, the duchess hopes to authentically share moments of joy and inspiration from her life while continuing to advocate for safer, more positive online experiences-particularly for young people and families.”

Do you want to see more of Harry, Meghan and their children? Leave us a comment on our Facebook page @RoyalInsiderOfficial.