Prince Harry has and Meghan Markle’s decision to step back as senior member’s of the royal family and move to Canada with their son Archie came as a shock to the world.
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Now, insiders have revealed that Harry did it all for Archie.
“He wants to shield his son from the negativity and tension he would’ve been exposed to back in England,” a source tells Us Weekly.
What’s more Harry’s upbringing in the spotlight influenced the decision.
“[Harry] knows what it’s like to grow up in the spotlight, and he wants to give Archie the most normal upbringing possible,” another source added.
Harry made the decision for Archie.
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The couple announced their decision to step back as senior members of the Royal Family back in January.
At the time Harry spoke out about their choice during a charity event for Sentebale.
“It brings me great sadness that it has come to this,” he said.
“The decision that I have made for my wife and I to step back, is not one I made lightly. It was so many months of talks after so many years of challenges. And I know I haven’t always gotten it right, but as far as this goes, there really was no other option.”
The couple made their last official engagement.
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The couple have since carried out their last official engagement attending the Commonwealth Day service in London.
They will however still undertake a number of engagements for their various patronages.