Duke of Sussex Recalls Humorous Gift from Late Princess Margaret on His 40th Birthday
As Prince Harry celebrates his 40th birthday, he reflects on the unique and often surprising dynamics of his royal past. While Harry now resides in California with Meghan Markle and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, his connection to the royal family remains part of his narrative.
In his memoir Spare, Harry recounts a humorous yet perplexing gift from his great-aunt, Princess Margaret, during a royal Christmas at Sandringham. Describing it as "cold-blooded," Harry revealed that the gift, a biro adorned with a rubber fish, left him puzzled.
Opening the present, Harry recalls saying, "Oh. A fish biro! OK." Despite the oddity, he found a connection with Margaret, whom he described as a fellow "Spare" and compared her relationship with Queen Elizabeth II to his own with Prince William—marked by rivalry and competition.
Tensions between Harry and William have escalated over the years, notably after Harry's marriage to Meghan and public criticism of his brother in his memoir and Netflix documentary. Despite the friction, Harry fondly reflects on his royal memories, including this amusing gift from his late great-aunt, even as he moves forward with his new life in the U.S.
