Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made headlines with their Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan, not only for its insights into royal life but also for revealing a personal detail: the godfather of their daughter, Lilibet, is none other than actor and producer Tyler Perry.

Lilibet “Lili” Diana was born on June 4, 2021. Her name is a tribute to Queen Elizabeth, whose family nickname was “Lilibet,” and to Harry’s late mother, Princess Diana. While many were curious about her christening and godparents, few expected Perry’s name to come up.

In the sixth episode of the series, Harry and Meghan opened up about their connection to Perry. He had reached out to Meghan before her wedding, offering support after witnessing the media chaos surrounding her relationship with her father. Though they hadn’t met in person, Perry felt compelled to send her a letter, expressing concern and offering to help if she ever needed anything.

Months later, as Harry and Meghan were leaving Canada under pressure, losing their royal protection, and facing growing fears for their safety, Meghan reached out. Perry answered without hesitation, offering them his home in California as a refuge. For the first time, they spoke on the phone, and Meghan recalled breaking down in tears during that conversation.