Family of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex

Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are expecting their second child, a spokesman said in a Valentine's Day announcement.

The couple released a black-and-white image of them under a tree, all smiles, with Markle, 39, showing signs of pregnancy.

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan formally step down as senior members of the British royal family on March 31, as they start a controversial new life in the United States.

The couple has already relocated to California, according to reports, after announcing in January that they intended to quit royal life and "work to become financially independent."

Meghan Markle is suing a British newspaper for publishing her personal letter, according to BTA news agencies.

In an emotional statement, Prince Harry said he and his wife had taken legal action in response to what he described as "ruthless" treatment by some sectors of the British press.

"Though this action may not be the safe one, it is the right one."