Prince Harry of the United Kingdom is embroiled in a public dispute with royal commentator and journalist Angela Levin, following the publication of her book, “Spare: Thanks but No Thanks.”
The book, titled after a nickname allegedly given to Harry by his late mother, Princess Diana, portrays a critical perspective of the Duke of Sussex. Levin claims Harry is “manipulative” and “controlling,” attributing his decision to step back from royal duties to a desire for “unlimited money and freedom.”
In a statement released through his spokesperson, Prince Harry vehemently denied the claims, calling them “defamatory” and “categorically false.” The statement further criticized Levin for not contacting him to fact-check the allegations before publishing the book.
Several royal commentators have weighed in on the controversy. Royal biographer Penny Junor, while acknowledging Levin’s right to express her opinion, noted that the book “doesn’t seem very fair” and relies heavily on unnamed sources. Conversely, biographer Andrew Morton defended Levin’s right to journalistic freedom, stating, “She’s entitled to write what she believes is true, but it’s up to the readers to decide whether they believe it or not.”
The public’s reaction to the controversy remains divided. Some, particularly those already critical of Prince Harry, appear to side with Levin’s portrayal. Others, especially those sympathetic to Harry and his wife Meghan Markle, have expressed strong disapproval of the book’s content and its potential to further strain the relationship between the Duke and the Royal Family.
The war of words between Prince Harry and Angela Levin adds another layer of complexity to the already strained relationship between the Duke and the British press. It remains to be seen how this latest development will affect Harry’s public image and his future interactions with the media.
