Prince Harry takes veiled swipe at King Charles, says 'we were transparent, unlike others' after explosive Oprah interview
Prince Harry has taken a subtle jab at King Charles while discussing the controversial 2021 Oprah interview in his memoir «Spare». He highlighted the difference between his and Meghan Markle's openness and the Royal Family's traditional use of anonymous sources.
Harry stated, “We were upfront about it. I told them that I failed to see how speaking to Oprah was any different from what my family and their staff had done for decades – briefing the press on the sly, planting stories.” He pointed out King Charles’ 1994 collaboration with Jonathan Dimbleby and Camilla’s dealings with editor Geordie Greig.
Emphasizing his stance on royal media tactics, Harry added, “The only difference was that Meg and I were upfront about it. We didn’t once hide behind phrases like ‘Palace sources’… We let people see the words coming out of our mouths.” He clearly contrasts their approach with the Palace’s behind-the-scenes strategies.
In the 2021 Oprah interview, which aired just a year after Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties, the couple addressed issues such as mental health, racism, and their strained relationship with the Royal Family. Meghan, pregnant with their daughter Lilibet at the time, shared her struggles with mental health, including experiencing suicidal thoughts during her time with the family.
Despite discussing these serious concerns, Harry expressed his love for his brother, Prince William, and his hope to mend their relationship. However, it appears that the grievances Harry holds regarding the Royal
