In a candid moment, Prince Harry recently dived into his personal life in America during a rare public appearance. The founder of the Invictus Games made headlines when he spoke at the prestigious New York Times DealBook Summit on a chilly Wednesday, December 4. The audience was curious to know if Harry intended to stay in the U.S. with his family or return to the U.K. His response was both heartfelt and revealing.

Speaking candidly, Harry shared, “I very much enjoy living here and bringing up my kids here.” His commitment to his new life in America is unwavering, as he emphasized that he has no plans to leave the U.S. anytime soon. Reflecting on his journey, Harry noted, “It’s a part of my life that I never thought I was going to live.”

Prince Harry's Move to the U.S. and His Family's New Chapter

At 40, Prince Harry made the bold decision to relocate to the United States alongside his wife, Meghan Markle, and their son, Archie, after stepping away from his royal duties in 2020. Their family grew even larger with the birth of their daughter, Lilibet, in 2021, and they’ve been happily settled in the States ever since.

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Harry expressed that he believes his late mother, Princess Diana, would be proud of the life he’s built for himself in America. “I feel as though it’s the life that my mom wanted for me,” he said, his voice filled with emotion. Reflecting further, Harry added, “To be able to do the things I’m able to do with my kids that I undoubtedly wouldn’t be able to do in the U.K., it’s huge. I’m hugely grateful for that.”

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Prince Harry on If He Plans on Leaving the U.S. With Meghan Markle — Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for The New York Times

Harry's Efforts to Mend Relationships with Family

Harry’s comments about his life in the U.S. came just a few months after a source revealed that he’s actively working to repair his relationships with his father, King Charles III, and his brother, Prince William. “He’s very confident that he and his father will be in a better place in the coming year,” the insider shared in September. Acknowledging the challenges with his brother, the source added, “He and William will always have their issues, and Harry’s made mistakes, but he loves his brother dearly.”

This sentiment aligns with what Harry himself once expressed in 2021 when he said, “Time heals all things, hopefully.” It’s clear that despite the noise surrounding his family dynamics, Harry remains focused on his life in California as a devoted husband and father.

“It was very difficult to leave England, but Harry put his wife and family first,” the source explained. “It’s made his relationship with Meghan so much stronger, and they’re still very much in love.” The source went on to highlight the valuable lesson Harry has learned: “The greatest lesson he’s learned is to follow your heart. Harry has made some missteps, but he’s stayed true to trying to do the right thing.”

Harry's Thoughts on America as His New Home

During an appearance on Today in April 2022, Harry opened up about his feelings of belonging in America. “You know, home — home for me, now, for the time being, is in the States,” he told Hoda Kotb during the interview. “We’ve been welcomed with open arms.” He elaborated, explaining that he and Meghan, 43, and their children have found a wonderful community in Santa Barbara, where they’ve built a life filled with love and support.