Recent reports indicate that Prince William is quite upset with his brother, Prince Harry, following the latter’s recent television interviews.
Over the past fortnight, Harry has appeared on screen twice, first in the ITV documentary “Tabloids on Trial,” and then alongside Meghan Markle on CBS during the weekend.
In these appearances, Harry delved into his ongoing conflict with the British press and how it has strained relationships within the royal family.
During an earlier interview with writer Rebecca Barry, Harry reflected on the painful legacy of his mother, Princess Diana, who tragically passed away in 1997.
He suggested that evidence exists indicating that she was one of the early victims of phone hacking in the mid-90s.
“The tabloids have always enjoyed painting her as paranoid,” he remarked, adding emphatically, “She certainly wasn’t paranoid.”
However, according to the Express, anonymous sources have revealed to the Australian magazine New Idea that William is furious with Harry for bringing up Diana’s name yet again.
An insider stated that William is exasperated by his brother’s repeated references to their mother and feels that Harry has profited off her death for far too long.
The tension between the brothers appears to be reaching a breaking point, with William reportedly contemplating severing ties with Harry altogether.
This situation is particularly poignant given a promise made by the brothers back in 2017, wherein they agreed not to publicly discuss their mother’s passing.
Since stepping back from royal duties, Harry seems to have disregarded this pact, much to William’s dismay.
On the 20th anniversary of Diana’s death, William had expressed a desire to honor her memory without further public discourse, stating, “We won’t be doing this again.”
The fallout from Harry’s revelations is reportedly deepening rifts within the royal household.
Sources suggest that William feels he can no longer recognize his brother as family, attributing Harry’s actions to an ongoing fixation on their mother since he married Meghan.
While there may be a glimmer of hope for reconciliation down the road, trust remains a significant hurdle.
In his ITV interview, Harry continued to voice his grievances against the British media, reiterating claims that private information about him was leaked following illicit practices like phone hacking.
This has been a longstanding battle; in December 2023, the Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN) awarded him £140,600 in damages for past wrongdoings.
An MGN representative stated that the verdict allowed the company to move forward from historical incidents, expressing regret and taking full responsibility for any past misconduct.
They emphasized their commitment to making amends wherever necessary.
Harry has not shied away from discussing the tensions between him and the media in various interviews, even referencing a physical altercation with a family member in his autobiography “Spare.”
His candidness has sparked debate and controversy, adding fuel to the fire already raging within the royal family.
As the drama unfolds, it remains to be seen how this latest chapter will impact the already fragile relationship between the brothers.
With emotions running high and trust eroded, the royal family finds itself at a crossroads, caught in a whirlwind of public scrutiny and personal strife.
The ongoing saga serves as a reminder of the complexities of family dynamics under the relentless gaze of the media.