Prince Harry and Meghan Markle release statement days before 'trip to Canada' for Invictus Games 2025
The couple shared some resources for Black History Month
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have issued a joint statement just days before their highly anticipated trip to Canada for the Invictus Games.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, through their Archewell Foundation, shared a message in honour of Black History Month in the US.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle release statement for Black History Month
“At The Archewell Foundation, we celebrate the rich culture and contributions of those who have come before us throughout history,” the statement began.
“As we mark Black History Month, we encourage everyone to learn and reflect on the contributions of leaders, activists, and changemakers who have inspired progress.”
The foundation also provided a list of educational resources to help people engage with Black history, art, and culture.
The statement added: “Taking the time to appreciate stories, art, history, and culture not only honours the communities that have built these spaces but also contributes to our collective wellbeing.”
Prince Harry and Meghan’s statement comes just before they travel to Canada. The couple are expected to make a joint appearance at the Invictus Games celebrations.
The games were founded by Prince Harry in 2014, to support wounded, injured and sick service members through sports.
According to a source from the Express, the trip is a key moment for the Sussexes. “There will be a renewed focus on the Sussexes as a couple, as a brand, and showcasing them as a couple and family,” they explained.
The insider added that the couple is strategically stepping back from managing their public relations directly.
Why Harry and Meghan could appear at 2025 Invictus Games together
Both Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, will reportedly attend the Invictus Games opening ceremony, which will feature major musical performances.
Katy Perry, Noah Kahan, Nelly Furtado and Coldplay’s Chris Martin are all scheduled to perform at the event.
“It was important for the Sussexes to appear together at such a worthwhile event,” the source continued. “The Invictus Games is a Sussex initiative and something they want their children to continue once they get older.”
While it is unclear if their son Prince Archie, five, and daughter Princess Lilibet, three, will accompany them, the couple remains committed to building a lasting legacy for their children through the Invictus Games.
Meghan Markle thanks celebrity friends in new Instagram video
Meanwhile, this week, Meghan shared an emotional video on Instagram. In the video, the duchess thanked singer Billie Eilish for donating signed merchandise to a teen wildfire victim in Los Angeles.
Dressed casually in jeans and a black sweatshirt embroidered with her children’s names, Meghan recounted how she and Prince Harry met a 15-year-old girl in Altadena, whose home was destroyed in the fires.
It was important for the Sussexes to appear together at such a worthwhile event.
The teen had lost a cherished Billie Eilish concert T-shirt, which she had left in the washing machine before the disaster.
Determined to help, Meghan sent out a voice note to her contacts, asking: “Please, can someone get this message to Billie Eilish?”
Who is Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex?
Meghan Markle was born on August 4, 1981, in California, United States. She is currently 43 years old. She had a career in acting before marrying into the royal family in 2018.
What did Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex do before joining the monarchy?
Former actress Meghan had a string of acting roles before she met Prince Harry, most famously playing the role of Rachel Zane in legal drama Suits.
Her acting career began at Northwestern University.
The duchess also wrote a lifestyle blog named The Tig and became heavily involved in charity work - which has continued since she met Harry.
Marrying Prince Harry
Meghan married into the royal family on May 19, 2018, when she and Prince Harry tied the knot at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.
Just a few months after their wedding, Meghan and Harry announced they were expecting their first child. They welcomed Prince Archie on May 6, 2019.
Two years later on June 4, 2021, the couple welcomed a daughter named Princess Lilibet. She was named after the late Queen Elizabeth II - whose nickname was Lilibet.
Months after welcoming son Archie, Prince Harry and Meghan announced they were stepping down from their senior royal roles within the royal family. They then moved to the United States and have lived there since.
Meghan has made a return to the entertainment world, launching projects with Netflix alongside Harry. In January 2025, she announced a lifestyle show named With Love, Meghan, which will see her giving cooking and gardening tips to viewers alongside a host of celebrity guests. It will premiere on March 4, 2025.
Her efforts paid off – Billie responded with a package of signed merch, including T-shirts and a lunchbox.
Meghan also thanked celebrity friends Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo for helping make the connection.
The duchess ended her message by praising first responders and urging support for wildfire victims.
“Let’s keep supporting those affected by the California wildfires.” She wrote in the caption. “Thank you to our first responders – the community’s real heroes. As ever, Meghan.”
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