The feud between Prince William and Prince Harry deepened further following the airing of Harry and Meghan’s bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021. In the aftermath of the interview, which shook the foundation of the British monarchy with its shocking revelations, Prince William reportedly conveyed his feelings to his younger brother through a text message, setting off a wave of emotions and uncertainties for Prince Harry. Cameras captured the poignant moment in the final scenes of Harry and Meghan’s Netflix docu-series, providing a glimpse into the aftermath of their tell-all interview. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had laid their grievances and made startling allegations against senior members of the Royal Family , including allegations of racism and strained familial relationships.
During this pivotal moment, Prince William’s concerns and agitation with his brother’s actions became apparent. In a heartbreaking scene, Meghan reads out a statement released by Buckingham Palace in response to the allegations made during the Oprah interview . The statement read, “The following statement is issued by Buckingham Palace on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen. The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan. The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately. Harry, Meghan, and Archie will always be much-loved family members.” Prince Harry appears seemingly distressed while looking at his phone, his emotions visible. The situation became grave as Harry shared the contents of the text message he received from Prince William with Meghan. Meghan questions, “What am I looking at?” As she disconnects a call with her friend exclaiming, “H just got a text. H just got a text from his brother.” The gravity of the situation is palpable as Meghan reacts with a shocking “Wow,” Harry struggles to contain his emotions while saying, “I wish I knew what to do.”
As per Mirror , the rumors surrounding the details of Prince William’s text message add another layer of complexity to the situation. While some suggest it may have been related to Meghan, referencing previous tensions between Harry and William over his marriage to Kate Middleton, others speculate about potential references to their late mother, Princess Diana . The uncertainty surrounding the message fuels further conjecture. The emotional turmoil captured in the documentary highlights the deep-seated rifts within the royal family, underscoring the complexities of sibling dynamics and the strains of royal duties.
Prince William’s text message to Prince Harry serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by the royal siblings as they navigate their roles within the monarchy amidst personal and public scrutiny.
This article was originally published on 02.09.24.