In a surprising turn of events, John Travolta has severed ties with Prince Harry, removing his name from the list of Living Legend Awards.
This comes after it was revealed that Harry had purchased an aviation award as a response to being snubbed by the St. Hurst book.
The announcement was made on Wednesday, stating that Prince Harry, along with three others, would be honored at the 21st Annual Legends of Aviation Awards in Beverly Hills on January 19th.
This prestigious event recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the aviation and space industry.
While Prince Harry’s inclusion in the awards ceremony raised eyebrows, it is worth noting that his brother, Prince William, did not require induction into the Living Legend Award.
Additionally, Prince William authored the book “Living Legend of St. Hurst,” a feat that Prince Harry did not accomplish.
The decision to include Harry alongside esteemed figures such as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin received heavy criticism.
Many questioned the qualifications that warranted his presence among these aviation icons.
The upcoming event, hosted by John Travolta, has been previously dubbed the “Oscars of Aviation” by actor Morgan Freeman.
According to The Daily Mail, Prince Harry was recognized ahead of Charles Duke, who became the youngest person to walk on the moon in 1972.
The article also highlighted Harry’s service as a helicopter pilot during his military tenure, participating in training missions in England and Australia, as well as combat missions in Afghanistan.
Furthermore, his work in establishing the Invictus Games Foundation will also be acknowledged during the awards ceremony.
This year’s inductees include naval aviator Fred George, president and CEO of CAE, former Canadian Aviation Electronics parent company Mark, and Steve Hinton, a record-holding American pilot who held the speed record from 1979 to 1989.
Despite these notable individuals, Prince Harry’s inclusion on the list sparked confusion and criticism on social media.
Many questioned his achievements and whether he truly deserved such recognition.
One Twitter user expressed their skepticism, stating, “I wish every other military pilot in the world was given a similar award based on his achievements in that field.”
Another person called the situation a joke, questioning what legendary work Prince Harry had actually done.
The backlash intensified, with some mocking Harry’s failed aviation exams and suggesting that he only flies as a passenger due to his lack of qualifications.
It was even alleged that Prince Harry purchased his award, leading to further disdain from critics.
These detractors believe that Harry’s credibility is in question, especially considering his preference for video games over real combat.
They accuse him of being a traitor who exploits his royal status for financial gain, while also boasting about taking lives.
Despite the controversy surrounding Prince Harry’s inclusion in the Legends of Aviation Awards, the event will proceed as planned.
Whether or not Harry’s presence is warranted, it remains to be seen how this recognition will impact his reputation moving forward.