As Prince Harry celebrates his 40th birthday today (Sunday, September 15) some fans are realising his real name isn't what they thought.

Britain’s royal social media accounts have posted 40th birthday wishes for Prince Harry, marking the milestone celebration despite longstanding strains following the publication of his explosive memoir,

The Duke of Sussex turns 40 today, and in honor of the occasion, the royal family sent sweet birthday messages via social media.

The royal family shared birthday wishes for Prince Harry as he celebrated his 40th birthday on Sept. 15, 2024.

The most senior members of the British royal family acknowledged Prince Harry’s birthday on social media for the first time in three years on Sunday. In two separate posts shared online, the account for King Charles wrote,

Prince Harry has officially turned the big 4-0, and the celebrations are now underway. The royal birthday boy has received grand birthday wishes from many as he embarks on this new decade of life, including big brother Prince William,

The Royal Family has made a surprising online post for Prince Harry's 40th birthday. Posting to Instagram on the official The Royal Family account – a message saying, "Wishing The Duke of Sussex a very happy 40th birthday today!

Despite hopes that the birthday messages signal a step towards a reconciliation between the feuding family, royal expert Tom Bower claimed the posts are about keeping up public appearances.

The Duke of Sussex will most likely be delighted to have received public birthday greetings from his father and his brother on his big day.