Prince Harry Dressed Up as Santa Claus for the Scotty’s Little Soldiers Charity

Prince Harry dressed in a full Santa Claus costume to record a video for the charity Scotty's Little Soldiers, which aids families of fallen soldiers.

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Prince Harry took time out during his official holiday vacation from royal duties this year to send a special message for the children and families of fallen soldiers.

The Duke of Sussex dressed up as Santa Claus—complete with a red suit and white beard—to record a video message of the charity Scotty's Little Soldiers. The message was played for children who attended the charity's Christmas party on a boat on the Thames River in London earlier this month.

In the sweet message (that, full disclosure, might make you tear up), Harry said:

Watch Harry deliver the deeply touching, incredibly personal message below:

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