Royal baby boy: Social media reacts to Meghan and Harry's son

About 9:30 a.m. Eastern time, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s official Instagram account made it official: Meghan had given birth to a boy.

The baby, whose mother is an American, is seventh in line to the British throne.

The world had been waiting for the royal baby, which Prince Harry confirmed was overdue, and social media blew up with well-wishes and excitement for the family.

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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.

A post shared by The Duke and Duchess of Sussex (@sussexroyal) on May 6, 2019 at 6:37am PDT

The Duchess’s mother, Doria Ragland, who is overjoyed by the arrival of her first grandchild, is with Their Royal Highnesses at Frogmore Cottage.
Her Royal Highness and the baby are both doing well.
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 6, 2019

The Duke of Sussex announces his wife has given birth to a baby boy.

Follow the latest on the #royalbaby here: https://t.co/8KSPsa3ufS pic.twitter.com/xE4qo9Ct3v
— Sky News (@SkyNews) May 6, 2019

Congratulations, Meghan and Harry! Barack and I are so thrilled for both of you and can't wait to meet him. #RoyalBaby https://t.co/mfE7uc6ooV
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 6, 2019

I still haven't been asked by the Duchess of Sussex to be this child's godmother, and it's getting a little late in the game. I mean, just don't assume I don't have other babies applying, you know? I'm not angry, I'm just disappointed.#royalbaby
— Charlotte Clymer🏳️‍🌈 (@cmclymer) May 6, 2019

The #RoyalBaby is here! 🤗👶 Remember when a young Meghan Markle wanted to change the world on Nick News? pic.twitter.com/onRE857M3T
— Nickelodeon (@Nickelodeon) May 6, 2019

I can only speak for myself, but it feels so personal having Harry announce the birth of their son direct to us all on camera. Wonderful to give Meghan time to recover too.
It feels private but also inclusive. Well done Sussexes.
— Jennifer ✨ (@LadySassington) May 6, 2019

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 (@BillieJeanKing) May 6, 2019

How exciting. Mrs Bird has said we're going to have an extra special afternoon tea to celebrate with marmalade sandwiches, iced cake and a few cups of her lovely hot cocoa with cream. #RoyalBaby
— Paddington (@paddingtonbear) May 6, 2019

3 Cheers for TRH The Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the birth of their #royalbaby boy. Congratulations! pic.twitter.com/zoJu06EuHt
— The Guards (@the5Guards) May 6, 2019

Congratulations to Girl Scout alum #MeghanMarkle, The Duchess of Sussex, and #PrinceHarry on the birth of their first baby! We can’t wait to see him! #royalbaby pic.twitter.com/iWiX1EIGIF
— Girl Scouts (@girlscouts) May 6, 2019

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Everyone at the @weareinvictusgames is incredibly happy to hear the news of the #RoyalBaby - congratulations to our Patron HRH The Duke of Sussex and to HRH The Duchess of Sussex! We know that our #InvictusFamily will join us in welcoming its newest member...

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Her former TV show, “Suits,” and co-star also sent congratulations.

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 (@halfadams) May 6, 2019

The entire #Suits family sends their congratulations to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, on the birth of their baby boy! 💙 https://t.co/tayfmGEm8Y
— Suits (@Suits_USA) May 6, 2019

Other celebrities sent their enthusiasm and congrats, as well.

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) May 6, 2019

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 (@RyanSeacrest) May 6, 2019

It's a boy!! 💙 Born 7 lbs, 3 oz. #royalbaby https://t.co/BH81XWX5Vk
— Katie Couric (@katiecouric) May 6, 2019

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. #royalbaby #RoyalBabyName #RoyalBirth https://t.co/Fehd6KQuXs
— Wendy Williams (@WendyWilliams) May 6, 2019

MARKLE GIVES BIRTH TO BABY BOY: The co-hosts congratulate Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on the birth of their baby boy, who will make history in Britain’s royal family. https://t.co/37FMW5jLqu pic.twitter.com/jxxUMKQcTK
— The View (@TheView) May 6, 2019

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