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PREGNANT Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were today seen for the first time since being stripped of their Royal titles as they appeared at an "inspiring" Spotify online event.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex today gushed over sharing vulnerabilities as they promoted their new podcast series.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry spoke about their podcast
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry spoke about their podcastCredit: Spotify

Pregnant Meghan, 39, stunned in a £2,478 Oscar de la Renta for the online video while sitting close to her husband on a couch.

They appeared alongside other A-listers including Justin Bieber, J Balvin, Brené Brown and Blackpink to feature during today’s the #SpotifyStreamOn event.

The couple - who have signed multi-million pound deals with Spotify and Netflix - said they wanted to "elevate voices" that weren't being heard.

In the clip, the former actress said they wanted to use their Archewell Audio podcast to "drive powerful conversation" with Prince Harry adding they hoped to "inspire, challenge and educate."

Meghan then tells the camera: "We created Archewell Audio to make sure we can elevate voices that maybe aren't being heard."

Harry then adds: "The biggest part of this is creating a community where you can share and encourage everybody else to share their vulnerabilities in a safe place."


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It's the first time the couple have been seen since announcing they were quitting the Royal Family and would star in a tell-all interview with Oprah.

Harry, 36, appeared to be dressed casually for the appearance, wearing a simple white collared shirt and trousers.

The pair, who last week lost their honorary titles in Megxit, were introduced in the clip as "Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex".

The couple are currently raising their son Archie at their new £8million Santa Barbara home - announcing last week they were expecting another baby.

And they are next expected to appear as they sit down with Oprah in a primetime special to be aired next month.

It has been reported the couple did not tell the Queen about the interview with Oprah - with pals saying "nothing will be off limits" in the chat.

The Queen had offered the couple a 12-month review after they quit the Royal Family but Harry and Meghan last week confirmed they were officially stepping down.

In a statement released moments after Buckingham Palace confirmed the news, they said: "We can all live a life of service. Service is universal."

Harry and Meghan's decision puts extra strain on the family with 99-year-old Prince Philip in hospital after feeling unwell - with Harry believed to be isolating in the US so he can return to the UK if needed.

In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have confirmed to Her Majesty The Queen that they will not be returning as working members of The Royal Family.

"Following conversations with The Duke, The Queen has written confirming that in stepping away from the work of The Royal Family it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service.

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"The honorary military appointments and Royal patronages held by The Duke and Duchess will therefore be returned to Her Majesty, before being redistributed among working members of The Royal Family.

"While all are saddened by their decision, The Duke and Duchess remain much loved members of the family."

The Duchess of Sussex was introduced as 'Meghan'
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The Duchess of Sussex was introduced as 'Meghan'Credit: Spotify
Meghan and Harry spoke at the Spotify event online
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Meghan and Harry spoke at the Spotify event onlineCredit: Spotify
Meghan Markle wore an Oscar de la Renta dress for the online appearance
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Meghan Markle wore an Oscar de la Renta dress for the online appearanceCredit: Oscar De La Renta
TV host Oprah Winfrey waves at Meghan and Harry's wedding
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TV host Oprah Winfrey waves at Meghan and Harry's weddingCredit: Getty - Contributor
Meghan and Harry lost a number of positions in Megxit
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Meghan and Harry lost a number of positions in Megxit
Prince Harry lost his honorary military titles as part of Megxit
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Prince Harry lost his honorary military titles as part of MegxitCredit: The Mega Agency
Harry and Meghan are expecting another baby, they revealed this week
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Harry and Meghan are expecting another baby, they revealed this weekCredit: PA:Press Association
Oprah's pal Gayle King says there will be 'nothing off limits' in Meghan Markle's interview
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