Prince Harry has once again come under fire for his treatment of Queen Elizabeth II in her final years, with critics and royal commentators claiming his behavior caused deep distress to the late monarch. According to journalist Alex Larman, Prince Harry’s actions were nothing short of “disgraceful and appalling,” adding that his decision to step back from royal duties and move to the U.S. with Meghan Markle in 2020 brought unnecessary stress and turmoil to the Queen during her last years.
Larman believes that the Duke of Sussex’s behavior, including the public airing of grievances through interviews and documentaries, caused Queen Elizabeth II immense emotional pain. He remarked that, as the Queen was approaching the end of her life, she deserved peace and respect rather than the media storm that followed Harry and Meghan’s departure from the royal fold. The late Queen, known for her composure and commitment to duty, reportedly struggled to come to terms with the accusations leveled against the Royal Family by the couple, particularly claims of racism and mistreatment. Larman emphasized that these allegations, especially when made during her reign, left a lasting mark on the monarchy’s reputation.
The public sentiment towards Harry in the U.K. has shifted dramatically in the years following his departure. Sources have indicated that many royal fans would not welcome Prince Harry back into the fold, especially in light of the way he handled his exit and the ongoing fallout with Prince William and King Charles III. Larman echoed this view, stating, “I don’t think there’s any need for this country to have Prince Harry back in it. His actions have caused too much chaos and misery.”
According to reports, Prince Harry has no intention of returning to royal duties and is reportedly “happy and settled” in California, where he and Meghan have built a new life for themselves. However, Larman and other royal experts believe the damage done to his relationship with the Royal Family, especially with Queen Elizabeth II, is irreparable. They argue that his treatment of the Queen during her final years is something the British public will not forget easily, and any potential return to royal duties would only cause further discord within the monarchy.
Reflecting on Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, Larman also pointed out how her passing has left the Royal Family in a state of “slight chaos.” Since her death two years ago, the monarchy has faced numerous challenges, including public criticism, internal family tensions, and the ongoing fallout from Harry and Meghan’s media engagements. Larman stated, “The Queen is so deeply missed because her reign represented stability and strength. The years since her passing have not been great for the Royal Family, and Harry’s actions have only added to that sense of disorder.”
As the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death approaches, it becomes increasingly clear that the wounds left by Prince Harry’s departure from the Royal Family and his treatment of the Queen will take a long time to heal—if they ever do. The legacy of her reign, built on decades of service, continues to be marred by the controversies and challenges that have followed in the wake of Harry and Meghan’s decisions.
