Is Prince Harry back to his party boy ways? Um, not really. Harry, along with a casually-dressed team of security guards, was spotted at The Sands End pub in Fulham, London on Wednesday, January 30th — without wife Meghan Markle. Of course, such a sighting revved up the rumor mill. But hey, a prince can hang by himself (and his security detail) if he wants to.
But didn’t Meghan ban Harry from drinking during her pregnancy? As previously reported, sources claim that yes, this is true. Or at least, Meghan inspired Harry to abandon his unhealthy habits, which included drinking and eating junk food. However, we suppose when the cat is away the mouse will play, which is exactly what Harry did.
Meghan, who is six months pregnant with the couple’s first child, attended an event on Wednesday evening at the National Theater in London. This is the Duchess of Sussex’s first visit to the National Theater since inheriting the patronage of the NT from Queen Elizabeth II about two weeks prior.
While Harry was enjoying a pint, Meghan saw a fantastic show inspired by War Horse put on by schoolchildren from Edith Neville Primary School in Camden. She then met current and former apprentices from the NT’s trainee program, as well as young actors and actresses involved in the theater.
And earlier in the day, Harry attended the Commonwealth Youth Roundtable today at Lancaster House in London. There, he spoke to “Youth representatives from Commonwealth countries such as India, Fiji, Ghana and Jamaica, about the issues currently facing young people — and the work they are doing to drive change,” according to the Kensington Royal Instagram page.
On top of all of their royal duties, the couple is also planning a major move into Frogmore Cottage in Windsor before baby Sussex arrives. Meghan and Harry are shooting to be settled into their new home by March.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are due to move into Frogmore Cottage in Windsor in March. Meghan revealed recently that their baby is due in April/May so they should have chance to settle in before he/she arrives. https://t.co/d6fVIPP9SG
— Lizzie Robinson (@LizzieITV) January 31, 2019
With so much going on in their lives, it’s totally fair that Harry wanted to get in a bit of fun before their next engagement. Or, you know, he could be entering pre-baby-freak-out mode.
Cause he's about to become a dad and needed some time to think 'Yooo, this is really happening'...just a guess
— Jessica Reyes (@jessicareyes) January 31, 2019
All eyes are (and have been) on the royal duo as “baby watch” is entering into its final phase. Six months down, three more to go.
In fact, people have been weirdly intrigued by the way Meghan cradles her baby bump. Like, there’s been entire news segments about it.
'It's a very natural thing to do.' @reallorraine and royal correspondent @rjmyers discuss the 'astonishing' amount of attention the Duchess of Sussex has received for cradling her bump. pic.twitter.com/qkjrRjsW6u
— Lorraine (@lorraine) January 28, 2019
People are actually getting into fights over Meghan’s baby bump. We wonder if the Duchess knows about this…
The odd rub or tap of the bump yes perfectly natural but she clutches it like a bowling ball !
— Kerry Hutton (@Kerrymartine) January 27, 2019
Well, a bowling ball probably isn’t that far off from what baby Sussex feels like. She probably needs the extra support.
Meghan is tiny. Maybe it FEELS like a bowling ball.
— Pamela Hollar (@PamelaHollar523) January 27, 2019
Luckily, many are finding this “news” as ridiculous as we do. Just leave her be.
Leave the girl alone... she's getting so much stick for every thing the poor girl does !!!
— amanda pollock (@pollock_amanda) January 27, 2019
We would think it weirder if she was just totally ignoring her bump. Wouldn’t you?
I wish people would leave her alone. Let her enjoy and show off her pregnancy!
— jaimechampion (@jaimechampion) January 27, 2019
Sadly, the royal couple (and baby Sussex) will be apart for their first Valentine’s Day as husband and wife on February 14th. Prince Harry, the Captain General of the Royal Marines, must attend a military event in the Arctic Circle.
The Duke of Sussex, Captain General @RoyalMarines, will visit Exercise Clockwork to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the operation in Bardufoss, Norway on Thursday 14th February. pic.twitter.com/73LASSDk4g
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) January 28, 2019
So, come February 1st (aka, today), Harry and Meghan will attend several joint events before Harry leaves. They’ll first head to Bristol on the 1st to learn more about the community and local heritage.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will visit Bristol on Friday 1st February to meet members of the public, learn more about the city’s rich cultural history, and visit organisations supporting communities most in need. #RoyalVisitBristol pic.twitter.com/o1DbwIoZbv
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) January 25, 2019
And then they’ll attend the Endeavor Fund Awards, a ceremony that recognizes the achievements of wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will attend the annual @EndeavourFund Awards at Draper’s Hall on Thurs 7th February.
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) January 25, 2019
The #EndeavourFundAwards celebrate achievements of wounded, injured & sick servicemen & women who have taken part in remarkable sporting and adventure challenges. pic.twitter.com/t0cH3BpIXZ
If Harry wants to hit up the pub again while Meghan’s busy, we certainly hope he gives us a ring. We’re hoping to recreate this person’s dream in real life:
I just had a very long very weird dream that culminated with me standing at a bar with Prince Harry and Harry Styles waiting for jäger bombs
— Lottie from book club (@lotstradamus) January 5, 2019
Harry — shoot us a text. Or maybe an official royal email.
