Amidst the grandeur of a London concert, King Charles couldn’t resist a subtle jab at Prince Harry, who was just two miles away from the High Court.
Prince Harry, known for his disdain towards royal obligations, surprisingly insisted on being addressed as “Your Royal Highness” and “Prince Harry” during the court proceedings.
His statement, a whopping 26,789 words long, drew comparisons to the classic novel “The Great Gatsby,” portraying a tale of a wealthy man grappling to find his place in the world.
Despite its length, the statement delivered a powerful blow as Harry condemned the cozy relationship between the media and politicians.
The courtroom drama escalated as MGM, represented by Andrew Greene KC, fiercely countered Harry’s accusations.
Greene, seemingly extending customary respect to royals, referred to Harry as “Your Royal Highness” and “Prince Harry” at the behest of Harry’s barrister, David Sherborne.
However, Greene’s probing questions marked one of the most aggressive interrogations faced by the Duke of Sussex in recent memory.
As Harry began presenting his evidence, a 55-page statement was unveiled, where he mistakenly referred to his father as “His Royal Highness King Charles III” instead of the correct title, “His Majesty King Charles III.”
In a bold move, Prince Harry criticized the UK government, labeling it as the lowest point in his witness statement.
Despite his loss in the security battle against the Home Office in May, Harry seems determined to leverage his royal connections and legacy in the ongoing trial.
The royal camp remained silent on the matter, focusing on their individual royal duties.
The legal battle could extend for up to six weeks, coinciding with King Charles’s leisurely evening at a special concert just a short drive away.
The concert, hosted by Widmore Hall at St James’s Roman Catholic Church, featured renowned French baroque ensemble Le Concert Spirituel performing Handel’s coronation anthems, including the iconic “Zadok the Priest.”
King Charles took the opportunity to honor Judith Weir, Master of the King’s Music, with membership to the Royal Full Harmonic Society for her contributions to music.
The event highlighted themes of patriotism and loyalty, celebrating dedication to the people and the nation.
Throughout the evening, King Charles mingled with distinguished guests, including BBC Radio 3 controller Sam Jackson, Rabbi Baroness Julianne Neubenger, and musicians from Le Concert Spirituel.
The concert commenced with a majestic fanfare and a rendition of the national anthem by British baritone Roderick Williams.
This event marked the beginning of a series of Widmore Hall concerts, showcasing artists associated with the organization in larger-scale performances.
Up next in the series is the Widmore Hall Baroque Ensemble’s performance of St Matthew Passion on June 19th, promising a captivating musical experience.