Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have revealed their Christmas card for 2023, featuring a cheerful photo from the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games earlier this year in Dorf.
The image against a deep green background carries a message from the office of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, as well as Archewell Productions and Archewell Foundation. The card expresses holiday wishes and gratitude for the support received in 2023.
Accompanying the card is the Archewell Foundation's mission statement, emphasizing the belief in the transformative power of community building for mental wellness.
While the couple chose a festive photo, some royal fans noticed the absence of their children, Archie and Lilibet, prompting comments on social media. This isn't the first time the Sussexes have released a holiday card without their kids; last year's card featured a black and white photo of the couple attending an award gala in New York City.
In previous years, the couple made their holiday card a family affair, introducing their daughter Lilibet in the 2021 card. The 2022 card, however, maintains the focus on Harry and Meghan without featuring their children. The message extends wishes for health, peace, and a Happy New Year on behalf of the Archewell Foundation, Archewell Audio, and Archewell Productions.
Amid the festive season, the Archewell Foundation, Harry and Meghan's charity, faces challenges. The released impact report indicates low donations, and the couple has received criticism for releasing a new video on the foundation's website shortly after the Princess of Wales shared a video of her and her children donating items to a baby bank in the United Kingdom. Reports suggest a $1 million drop in donations compared to the previous year, adding to the challenges faced by the struggling charity.
