Stars react to the birth of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's first royal baby
Meghan Markle officially welcomed her first child --a baby boy -- with Prince Harry at 5:26 am time on Monday morning.
Well wishes and congratulations came flooding in on Instagram from politicians and celebrities including Michelle Obama, Ryan Seacrest and Ellen DeGeneres.
"Barack and I are so thrilled for both of you and can't wait to meet him," the former First Lady wrote, while Markle's former "Suits" co-star, Patrick J Adams, said "Just heard that the world just got heavier by 7 pounds and 3 ounces. Much love to him and his incredible parents."
Congratulations, Meghan and Harry! Barack and I are so thrilled for both of you and can't wait to meet him. #RoyalBabyhttps://t.co/mfE7uc6ooV
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) 6 May 2019
Liam Payne took to Twitter to congratulate the couple, writing: "Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the birth of your baby boy. So happy for the both of you."
Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the birth of your baby boy. So happy for the both of you.
— Liam (@LiamPayne) 6 May 2019
Ellen DeGeneres also expressed her delight online, writing: "The royal baby is here! Congratulations, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.
The #royalbaby is here! Congratulations, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. The baby is 7th in line for the throne, which is crazy, because right now I'm 7th in line for the key-making kiosk at my grocery store. @RoyalFamily
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) 6 May 2019
Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May also send their well-wishes.
Congratulations to Meghan and Harry on the birth of their baby. I hope they're all doing well. #royalbaby
— Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn) 6 May 2019
Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the arrival of their baby boy. Wishing you all the best at this happy time.
— Theresa May (@theresa_may) 6 May 2019
Members of the royal family were among the first to congratulate the couple.
The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Lady Jane Fellowes, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Earl Spencer have been informed and are delighted with the news.
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) 6 May 2019
Meanwhile, the Duke of York posted a message on Instagram, writing: "Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the safe delivery of your baby boy!"
The couple announced the birth of their son Monday morning, writing: "We are pleased to announce that Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their firstborn child in the early morning on May 6th, 2019. Their Royal Highnesses' son weighs 7lbs. 3oz. The duchess and baby are both healthy and well, and the couple thank members of the public for their shared excitement and support during this very special time in their lives. More details will be shared in the forthcoming days."
