You would have thought that being a royal [1] would have been enough for Prince Harry, but apparently it wasn't, because he had to go on and have a better year than all of us. Of course, we're only kidding, but in all seriousness, Harry is having one hell of a year. Between living out a fairy tale with Meghan Markle [2] and all of his philanthropic efforts [3], Harry truly seems the happiest he's ever been. Oh, and let's not forget that he's also getting ready to become a dad [4]! If only Princess Diana could see her "Ginger" now [5].
January: He and Meghan Made Their First Public Appearance of the Year
After ringing in the new year in Monaco, the pair were all smiles [7] when they visited Reprezent Radio in Brixton, South London.
February: He Launched The Royal Foundation Forum
Along with Meghan, Kate Middleton, and Prince William, Harry discussed the group's joint charity project during their first onstage appearance together [8].
March: He Kept Princess Diana's Legacy Alive
In addition to making a special trip to the racetrack [9] he and Diana visited 24 years ago, Harry also made a philanthropic visit to Amsterdam for the International AIDS Conference [10] with Elton John in July.
March: He and Meghan Made Their First Official Appearance With Queen Elizabeth II
They kept the PDA to a minimum [11] at the Commonwealth Day Service.
March: He Adopted a Healthier Lifestyle
Thanks to his wife, Harry got into yoga [12] and green juice, and he quit smoking [13].
April: He and Meghan Attended Their First Sunrise Service Together
The service was held in honor of ANZAC Day [14], which honors the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.
April: He Became an Uncle Again
Will and Kate welcomed their third child, Prince Louis [15], in April, making Harry an uncle for the third time.
May: He Married Meghan at St. George's Chapel
We're still not over the gorgeous nuptials [16]!
May: He Got a Fancy New Royal Title
After tying the knot with Meghan, Queen Elizabeth II changed Harry's title [17] from His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales to the Duke of Sussex.
May: He and Meghan Made Their First Appearance as Husband and Wife
Despite getting stung by a bee [18], Harry appeared to be in good spirits as he and Meghan celebrated Prince Charles's 70th birthday at Buckingham Palace.
June: He and Meghan Made Their Royal Ascot Debut
A month after their wedding, Harry and Meghan joined the rest of the British royal family for Royal Ascot [19].
June: He and Meghan Made Their Trooping the Colour Debut
Even though Harry is a regular at the royal event, it was Meghan's first time attending [20].
August: He and Meghan Added a New Furry Friend to Their Family
The couple reportedly adopted a Labrador Retriever named Oz [22].
October: He and Meghan Visited Sussex For the First Time as the Duke and Duchess
The couple appeared to have a blast [24] as they met with locals.
October: He Became the Queen's Personal Aide-de-Camp
As part of his new royal duties, Harry attended the opening of the new ANZAC Memorial [27] with Meghan during their royal tour of Australia.
October: He Launched the 4th Annual Invictus Games in Sydney
Harry made a heartfelt speech [28] at the opening ceremony, praising the competing nations and thanking the Australian people for their hospitality.
October: He's Going to Be a Dad
Kensington Palace announced that Harry and Meghan are expecting their first child [31] in the Spring of 2019! Harry really hopes it's a girl [32].