Prince Harry is the goofiest member of the royal family — here are 22 photos that prove it

Talia LakritzSep 14, 2020, 23:36 IST

With Usain Bolt.Suzanne Plunkett/Reuters

Prince Harry, who turns 36 on September 15, is known for being a goofball.
Photos show him striking funny poses, pulling faces, and showing off dance moves.

Royals tend to follow a strict protocol to maintain a sense of formality when they're out and about on engagements, keeping a polite distance as they greet members of the public.

And then there's Prince Harry.

Here are 22 photos of Prince Harry cracking jokes at formal events, making kids laugh, and poking fun at his older brother.

Ever since he was young, Prince Harry has had a playful sense of humor.

England won the match. David Rogers/Getty Images

At his father's wedding to Camilla Parker Bowles in 2005, he shared a joke with his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.

Making faces. Alastair Grant/Reuters

He's been known to crack jokes during formal events at the palace.

Keeping it light. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Sometimes, his celebrity friends get in on the fun.

Prince Harry, Jon Bon Jovi, and members of the Invictus Games Choir pose on Abbey Road. Samir Hussein/Getty Images

He teased former Wales rugby captain Gareth Thomas with a tiny pair of shorts meant for baby Archie.

Those might be a bit too small. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

He makes Obama chuckle.

Besties. Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation

He even managed to make military service more amusing.

In Afghanistan. John Stillwell/Pool/Reuters

He's an enthusiastic sports fan.

Go team. Darren Staples/Reuters

And a team player when he's in the game.

At The Warrior Games. Rick Wilking/Reuters

He's joked around with student athletes.

Tag, you're it. Ian Gavan/Pool/Reuters

And professional ones.

Whose trophy? Suzanne Plunkett/Reuters

He can join a cheer squad pyramid in a pinch.

Squad goals. Rick Wilking/Reuters

And isn't shy about striking a pose.

With Usain Bolt. Suzanne Plunkett/Reuters

He's got some serious moves.

Dancing in Jamaica. Suzanne Plunkett/Reuters

He's great with kids, too.

Hanging out. Luke MacGregor/Reuters

He'll even share his snacks.

He shared his popcorn at the Invictus Games. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

He knows how to get a baby's attention.

Babies love him. Mark Richards/Pool/Reuters

His older brother, Prince William, has often been the target of his shenanigans.

Brotherly love. Chris Jackson/Pool/Reuters

Most of the time, in fact.

Getting a closer look. Arthur Edwards/WPA Pool/Getty Images

Prince William reins him in from time to time.

Fooling around at Diagon Alley. Chris Jackson/WPA Pool/Getty Images

Harry has never been afraid of poking fun at the future king.

The resemblance is striking. Arthur Edwards/Pool/Reuters

But most importantly, he knows how to make fun of himself.

"Redheads rule." Lukas Coch/Pool/Reuters

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