37 Things to Love About Prince Harry — Just in Time for His 37th Birthday!

Prince Harrycelebrated his 37th birthday on Wednesday, and with every year, the Duke of Sussex gives us more reasons to love him. Here are just a few…

1. Hisred hair.From top to toe, Harry’s a rare gem.

2. His smile.That face! Who could say no to that face?

3. How sweet he is with children.The royal gave us many glimpses of what he’d be like as a dad in his teens and 20s — now in his 30s and beyond, he has sonArchieand daughterLilito dote on!

4.His willingness to tackle difficult issues.In a joint statement in August 2021, Harry and wifeMeghanaddressedseveral generation-defining struggles, imploring, “we are not meant to live in a state of suffering. … It’s easy to find ourselves feeling powerless, but we can put our values into action — together.”

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6. He doesn’t look for recognition for his work.And often does under-the-radar engagements, likehis visit to an HIV hospitaland his secret trips to Africa.

7. He’s not afraid to get his hands dirty.While in Africa, Harry was one with nature — literally. Simson Uri-Khob, CEO of Save The Rhino Trust, said: “He likes to be out there, sleeping under the stars knowing that he is close to dangerous animals.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Botswana.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex/Instagram

8. He texts back quickly (according to Margot Robbie).Men of the world, if Prince Harry can do it, so can you.

9. He’s playful with his niece and nephews.Harry once toldGood Morning Americathat he’s always having fun with Prince George: “Usually I’m throwing him around the room and stuff.”

10. He’s spontaneous.Longtime royal photographer Chris Jacksontold PEOPLE, “Harry has a real energy to his engagements” and brings “an element of unpredictability which has always been special.”

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11. He likes to keep it wild.Harry is passionate about hiswork with conservation organizations, saying in 2020: “I’ve always believed that hopefully we can leave the world in a better place than when we found it.”

12. He has friends around the world.From Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt to singerElton Johnto U.S. First LadiesDr. Jill BidenandMichelle Obama, Harry take squad goals to a whole new level.

13. He’s open about his emotions.Since the 1997 death of his mother,Princess Diana, Harry says he’s learned to open up. “Everything can be okay,” he said. “But I really regret not ever talking about it for the first 28 years of my life — I never talked about it.”

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14. He’s adopted his mother’s causes.He’s dedicated his life to making his mother proud, and Harry is doing just that working with causes that were close to heart, likedestigmatizing HIV and AIDS.

15. He owns his flaws.Harry can’t sing, andhe’ll admit it.

16. He keeps things cordial with his exes.His former girlfriend Chelsy Davy says they’ll “always be friends.”

17. He’s an expert tickler.Just ask Mia Tindall.

18. He loves Disney World.Including Space Mountain (which he went on 12 times a kid) and Splash Mountain, which he rode as an adult.

19. He goes out of his way to make people feel special.After he gave former British army staff sergeant Katie Kuiper a kiss on the cheek, Kuiper said: “I feel invisible a lot of the time because of the way I look. He made me feel special.”

20. This video with the Queen.Not many people can convinceQueen Elizabethto participate in a mic drop — but Harry can.

21. He can take a joke.Even if you’re calling him sausage.

22. He had a good attitude about everyone asking him when he was going to settle down.Good thing, too, because he got that question a lot before he married Meghan!

26. Did we mention he looks good in a tuxedo?Duh.

27. …and workout gear.He doesn’t need to dress up.

28. …and jeans.Who doesn’t love everyday Harry?

29. He’s a man of action when it comes to supporting causes he cares about.He even took an HIV test live on Facebook.

30. He makes savvy pop culture references.He’s evenwatchedThe Crown! (But no, he’s not like Bridget Jones.)

31. He says the sweetest things about Diana.He told PEOPLE she’s often on his mind when he’s working with charities. “I don’t have that many memories of my childhood with my Mum,” he said. “I don’t say ‘Right, I’m going to get involved in that because that’s what my Mum would want me to do,’ though inevitably once I’m doing it I think, ‘Do you know what? She’d probably love this.'”

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32. He’s always working to make her proud.“All I want to do is make my mother incredibly proud,” he toldPEOPLE. “That’s all I’ve ever wanted to do.”

33. And those close to Diana believe he has.The princess’s confidanteSarah Ferguson told PEOPLEin July 2021: “If [Diana] were sitting with me right now, I know she would say, ‘I am so proud of both of my boys and the wonderful wives they have chosen.'”

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35. He’s an adorable dad.In the royal couple’s debut as parents, Harry lovingly cradled his son while the Duchess of Sussex proudly looked on.

36.And he’s a dog dad too!Harry became a fur father to Meghan’s beagle Guy when they first got together, and the couple later added a pooch named Pula to their pack.

37. He’s as committed to maintaining a regular life as a royal can.During a string of pandemic-era virtual meetings (relatable!), Harry and Meghan have gave royal watchersglimpses of their home life, which features cozy couches and family photos.

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And one to grow on… He’s multi-talented!Harry is a ham who isn’t afraid toshow off his juggling skillswhen given the opportunity.

source: people.com