Prince Harry has announced that his wife, Meghan Markle, has given birth to a boy.

The royal couple’s first child is seventh in line to the British throne.

It is not know if the royal baby was born at home or in a hospital.

The Duke of Sussex said they were both “absolutely thrilled” and thanked the public for their support during the pregnancy.

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The Duchess of Sussex and the baby were doing “incredibly well”, the prince said.

Prince Harry also said they were still thinking about names for the infant, who was delivered at 05:26 BST on May.

The baby weighs 7lbs 3oz and Prince Harry was present for the birth, the Buckingham Palace has confirmed on Twitter.

Meghan Markle is a former American actress and lifestyle blogger, who rose to fame after starring in legal drama Suits.