Prince Harry is generating excitement and controversy with the announcement of his memoir, titled “Spare,” set to be released next month.
The highly anticipated book is scheduled to debut on January 10th, and Harry has already arranged for a friendly interview with ITV journalist Tom Bradby.
Bradby, who has known the prince since his teenage years, has shown unwavering support for Harry despite his profession as a journalist.
Although Harry is credited as the author of the book, it was actually written by ghostwriter J.R. Moringa.
This revelation has led some to question Harry’s claim as the true author, adding to the skepticism surrounding the prince’s previous criticisms of his life and family.
Adding fuel to the fire, Netflix recently released a docuseries featuring Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle.
In the series, the couple openly shares their experiences and makes allegations against the royal family, whom they left amidst scandal in 2020.
Experts predict that Harry’s memoir may contain even more venomous accusations than their reality show.
As the release of the book approaches, Buckingham Palace is reportedly on edge, anxiously awaiting what Harry will accuse them of this time.
In the past, Harry has made bold claims about his family, some of which have been proven false.
The choice of Tom Bradby as the interviewer further raises eyebrows, as he is known to be a close friend of Harry’s.
Bradby famously asked Meghan how she was doing during a tour to South Africa, prompting her to express her grievances instead of focusing on the visit itself.
It is no secret that Harry and his brother, Prince William, have had a strained relationship in recent years.
The airing of their conversation by Gayle King after the infamous Oprah interview only served to further damage their bond.
With private information being leaked, it is understandable why contact between the two brothers has been severed.
Prince William has consistently expressed his disdain for the media, but he has found ways to cope with it.
Following the tragic death of their mother, Princess Diana, the palace agreed to give the Wales boys a chance to lead ordinary lives and mourn their loss.
This agreement has been extended to all royal children throughout the years, resulting in limited media exposure.
Tom Bradby’s willingness to interview Harry is not surprising, considering their close relationship.
However, it is worth noting that other journalists in the UK may not be as inclined to give the couple airtime, aside from those who oppose the monarchy.
Speculation has arisen that Bradby may have been paid a substantial sum to conduct the interview for ITV.
This theory may explain why Prince Charles chose the BBC over ITV to broadcast his Christmas speech, as he likely wanted to avoid competing with his son or associating with a network that readily believed Harry’s claims.
It is becoming increasingly clear that Meghan is taking the lead in shaping the couple’s public image.
After severing ties with their previous PR firm, Sunshine Sachs, it was expected that Archwell or the Sussexes themselves would handle their public relations.
However, their decision to involve Tom Bradby suggests that they are relying on familiar allies to maintain a semblance of support.
As Prince Harry’s memoir release draws closer, the anticipation and controversy surrounding the book continue to grow.
With revelations expected to challenge the royal family once again, the world waits to see how this latest chapter in Harry and Meghan’s story will unfold.