By Wonderwall.com Editors
12:05pm PDT, May 8, 2019
Baby Sussex is here and it's a boy! Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry's first child was born on May 6, 2019. Weighing in at just over 7 pounds, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor is the 8th great-grandchild for Queen Elizabeth. Prince Harry, who was present for the birth, made an announcement to the press a few hours after the arrival of his new son. "As every father and parent will ever say, you know, your baby is absolutely amazing, but this little thing is absolutely to-die-for, so I'm just over the moon," he said. "It's been the most amazing experience I could ever have possibly imagined." Keep reading to see how other celebs and members of the royal family reacted …
"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."–Queen Elizabeth II released this statement through Buckingham Palace
"Congratulations, Meghan and Harry! Barack and I are so thrilled for both of you and can't wait to meet him. #RoyalBaby"–Michelle Obama
"Just heard that the world just got heavier by 7 pounds and 3 ounces. Much love to him and his incredible parents. Learned first hand 7 months ago how transformational becoming a parent is and couldn't be happier for Meghan and Harry as they begin this adventure. #playdatesoon"–Patrick J. Adams
"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."–Ellen DeGeneres
"My plane landed in London literally the *moment* the new royal baby was born. Coincidence? Yes." —Olivia Wilde
"It's a boy! Congrats to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. The royal baby is 7th in line to the British throne…and the latest entry in the race for the iron throne."–Ryan Seacrest
"It's a boy !! Born May 6 a Taurus baby. congratulations to this amazing couple The Duke and Duchess of Sussex."–Nina Garcia
"Hearts are leaping for a beautiful, wondrous and healthy baby boy! Sending much love and wishes for every blessing across the pond today and everyday!"–Sarah Rafferty
"Congratulations to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the safe delivery of your baby boy!"–Prince Andrew
"IT'S A BOY! Congratulations to Meghan Markle & Prince Harry who welcomed their first child at 5:26 am in London. The newest member of the royal family, and 7th in line for the throne, weighed in at 7lbs. 3oz."–Wendy Williams
"They should call the new royal baby JOFFREY." —Rainn Wilson
"Congratulations to Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan on the birthday of their son. What a lucky baby to grow up with such loving, inclusive, and progressive parents. Enjoy your new life together as a family of 3. #RoyalBaby" –Billie Jean King
"Meghan Markle had a baby…count down to when people start posting photos of themselves in London" –Whitney Cummings
"Congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the birth of your baby boy. So happy for the both of you." –Liam Payne
"To the Duke and to the Duchess…Congratulations on your healthy baby boy! So happy for all three of you to share in the delight of life. Many blessings to you, Meghan and Harry, and to your extended families. Enjoy this extremely intimate time together." –Gabriel Macht
"Congratulations M & H." –Priyanka Chopra
