Prince Harry’s Provocative Remark Removed from Royal Website, Upsetting King Charles and Prince William
A forceful comment made by Prince Harry has recently been erased from the official website of the British Royal Family. This change follows significant milestones in his and Meghan Markle’s life outside of their royal roles, together with their children.
Reportedly, the Royal Family’s website no longer features Prince Harry’s 2016 critique of the British press for the “racial undertones” in commentary about his then-girlfriend, Meghan Markle. This statement, which had been online for seven years, has been removed but is still visible on the official X page of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
In the statement, released through his communications secretary Jason Knauf, Harry expressed his displeasure shortly after his relationship with Meghan became public. The statement caused considerable turmoil within the Royal Family. In his autobiography, “Spare,” Harry reveals that King Charles III and Prince William were notably upset by the statement, feeling it cast a negative light on their own support for their spouses.
Harry also recounts Meghan’s distress during this time, particularly her harrowing experiences with the paparazzi at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport and upon her arrival in London. Despite seeking refuge with the help of an Air Canada representative, the intense media scrutiny continued unabated.
The Duke of Sussex hoped his statement would shield Meghan from further harassment, yet it also intensified internal family disagreements. He described the ongoing media barrage they faced even after issuing the statement, and how it contrasted sharply with their previous tranquil moments at Frogmore Gardens.
The deletion of Harry’s statement from the royal website underscores the ongoing sensitivities and unresolved issues within the Royal Family concerning media relations and public support.
This incident coincides with Harry and Meghan celebrating their sixth wedding anniversary with a romantic dinner, amidst their continued engagements with influential figures in the entertainment industry. Despite their busy schedules, they managed to enjoy a special evening out with Paramount Pictures CEO Brian Robbins and his wife, at a favorite steakhouse in Montecito, California.
Harry and Meghan also continue to observe personal traditions for their anniversaries, exchanging gifts and sharing details from their wedding, such as the music selection which remains a cherished memory for them both.
Through it all, Meghan and Harry continue to focus on their family, sharing insights into their parenting philosophy and the development of their children, Archie and Lilibet, who are growing into their own unique personalities under their parents’ guidance.
As they move forward, the couple remains committed to their philanthropic efforts and looks forward to more direct engagements with communities around the world, driven by their desire to make a substantive difference.
