In his new biography, “Spare,” the Duke of Sussex opens up about the relentless rumors and tabloid stories that have shadowed him throughout his life.

One of the most persistent speculations revolves around the identity of his biological father, with many suggesting that it could be James Hewitt, the former lover of Princess Diana.

This theory has been circulating for years, despite the fact that Harry was born in 1984, three years before Diana and Hewitt even met.

The Duke addresses these claims head-on in his memoir, revealing that the royal family was not oblivious to the paternity speculation.

In fact, he shares that his father, King Charles III, often made light of the situation.

Harry recounts one of his father’s favorite quips, jokingly asking, “Who knows if I’m really the Prince of Wales?” This playful banter took on a darker tone given the context, as it coincided with the rumors about Hewitt.

Harry describes one particularly inappropriate joke from his father: “I don’t know if I’m even your biological dad.

Maybe Broadmoor is where your real father is, my little boy.” Such remarks, while intended to be humorous, struck a chord with Harry, especially considering the serious nature of the rumors swirling around him at the time.

The Duke reflects on how his father’s jokes were received, noting that they often elicited laughter.

However, he points out the absurdity of the situation—his red hair, which some claimed resembled Hewitt’s, became a focal point for the gossip.

Harry suggests that the rumor mill thrived on what he calls “sadism,” where the allure of scandal overshadowed facts.