Prince Harry 'is hoping for a baby girl'

Cape Town - The Duke of Sussex is reportedly hoping his wife gives birth to a baby girl.

Kensington Palace announced last week that the couple are expecting their fist child next year

During an event in Australia a fan shouted to Prince Harry, "I hope it's a girl!" to which he responded, "So do I."

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Woman: ”I hope is a girl!“ The Duke Of Sussex: ”So do I“ Does he knows something we don’t?! ?? But if is a boy, you guys better make this video disappear ?? (Rightful owner pls contact, so far unknown)

A post shared by Meghan & Harry ?? supporters (@harry_meghan_updates) on Oct 21, 2018 at 6:06am PDT

The Duke and Duchess are currently on their first official tour together which will see them visiting four countries in 16 days. 

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