Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has reportedly fallen off the wagon once again, according to sources close to him.
Concerns have arisen that he may be headed for disaster as he deals with the fallout from his controversial book, Spare, and the comments he made during its promotion.
Insiders believe that the mounting pressure might be the reason behind his supposed return to drinking.
One source, who is familiar with the situation, expressed concern about Harry’s past struggles with moderation and his tendency to turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism.
They see his current return to drinking as a significant red flag, especially considering the immense stress he is under.
Despite Harry’s attempts to portray everything as fine in his life, those close to him are worried.
During his promotional tour for Spare, the Duke of Sussex made candid admissions about his past.
He revealed that he had turned to drugs and heavy drinking as a way to numb the pain of losing his mother, Princess Diana, at a young age.
Adding to the concerns, Harry was seen consuming alcohol during his appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where the two engaged in tequila shots in front of a live audience.
Stephen Colbert, known for his wit, playfully left a bottle of wine on the table during the show, which triggered Harry’s reaction.
The tipster revealed that Harry lost his temper and grabbed the glass, pouring himself a drink.
This incident, along with other instances, suggests that Harry’s drinking may have become more than just an occasional indulgence.
Interestingly, Colbert had previously joked about Prince Harry’s book, expressing anticipation for their conversation.
He praised the book as enjoyable, emotional, and revealing.
The host even showed a clip of Harry’s interview with Anderson Cooper on 60 Minutes, where the Duke of Sussex shared his experience of being asked to pretend not to know his brother, Prince William, while at school.
Colbert empathized with Harry, calling it heartbreaking and alluding to the sorting hat in the Harry Potter series to humorously speculate about their respective houses.
Additionally, Harry’s book includes a passage about Prince William’s receding hairline, suggesting that his resemblance to Princess Diana is fading.
Cooper, during the 60 Minutes interview, remarked that this was a cutting statement.
However, Harry disagreed, stating that he did not view it as such.
Colbert seized the opportunity to make a lighthearted comment, implying that William’s boredom rendered him impervious to any cutting remarks.
As the news unfolds, it remains to be seen how Prince Harry will navigate these challenges and whether he will receive the support he needs.
The concerns surrounding his alleged return to drinking emphasize the importance of addressing mental health issues and finding healthier coping mechanisms.