Published on 15/09/2022 at 12:16 by Balu Prakash

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's relationship in pictures: Find out how it all started

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July 2016 marks the month when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had their first date which was set up by a mutual friend.

July 2016 marks the month when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had their first date which was set up by a mutual friend. © Chris Jackson
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Prince Harry confirmed their relationship in November 2016 to quell racist and sexist statements made against Markle.

Prince Harry confirmed their relationship in November 2016 to quell racist and sexist statements made against Markle. © Samir Hussein
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In October 2016, news publications began picking up on their romance and how deeply the couple were in love.

In October 2016, news publications began picking up on their romance and how deeply the couple were in love. © Samir Hussein
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Harry and Markle made their first trip together to Botswana in August 2017, and this is where their relationship flourished.

Harry and Markle made their first trip together to Botswana in August 2017, and this is where their relationship flourished. © Chris Jackson
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On the cover story for Vanity Fair, Markle officially broke her silence about her happy relationship with Harry in September 2017.

On the cover story for Vanity Fair, Markle officially broke her silence about her happy relationship with Harry in September 2017. © Chris Jackson
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Prince Harry introduced Markle to the Queen for the first time at Balmoral Castle in September 2017.

Prince Harry introduced Markle to the Queen for the first time at Balmoral Castle in September 2017. © Chris Jackson
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Harry and Markle's engagement is officially announced by Palace officials in November 2017.

Harry and Markle's engagement is officially announced by Palace officials in November 2017. © Samir Hussein
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The couple officially tied the knot in August 2017.

The couple officially tied the knot in August 2017. © Chris Jackson
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In June 2018, the Royal couple initiated their first joint Royal tour and they were set to visit Australia and New Zeland.

In June 2018, the Royal couple initiated their first joint Royal tour and they were set to visit Australia and New Zeland. © Samir Hussein
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In October 2018, it was announced by Kensington Palace that Harry and Markle were expecting their first child.

In October 2018, it was announced by Kensington Palace that Harry and Markle were expecting their first child. © Don Arnold
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The couple's first child, Archie made his first public appearance in July 2019.

The couple's first child, Archie made his first public appearance in July 2019. © Pool/Samir Hussein
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The documentary Harry & Megan: An African Journey was released in October 2019, speaking about the difficulties of their royalty.

The documentary Harry & Megan: An African Journey was released in October 2019, speaking about the difficulties of their royalty. © Chris Jackson
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in January 2020, the couple officially announced on their Instagram page that they intend to step back from the Royalty status.

in January 2020, the couple officially announced on their Instagram page that they intend to step back from the Royalty status. © Samir Hussein
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Harry and Markle attended the Commonwealth Day Service in March 2020, the Duke and Duchess reportedly ignored the couple.

Harry and Markle attended the Commonwealth Day Service in March 2020, the Duke and Duchess reportedly ignored the couple. © Chris Jackson
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On March 2020, the couple officially exited the Royal family and announced their exit on the Sussex Royal instagram handle.

On March 2020, the couple officially exited the Royal family and announced their exit on the Sussex Royal instagram handle. © Sussex Royal/Instagram
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June 2021 marks the birth of their daughter Lilibet "Lili" Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.

June 2021 marks the birth of their daughter Lilibet "Lili" Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. © Chris Jackson
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Time Magazine declared Harry and Markle as one of the most Influential people of 2021 in September that year.

Time Magazine declared Harry and Markle as one of the most Influential people of 2021 in September that year. © Chris Jackson
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In May 2022, the couple celebrated four years of being married.

In May 2022, the couple celebrated four years of being married. © Samir Hussein
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In June 2022, the couple attended the Queen's Platinum Jubilee of 70 years on the throne.

In June 2022, the couple attended the Queen's Platinum Jubilee of 70 years on the throne. © Chris Jackson
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The couple's last public event prior to the Queen's funeral was at the U.N. General Assembly for Nelson Mandela International Day.

The couple's last public event prior to the Queen's funeral was at the U.N. General Assembly for Nelson Mandela International Day. © John Lamparski