Prince Harry tackles persistent divorce rumors with humor and insight, sharing his focus on family and philanthropy.
Prince Harry made waves at The New York Times DealBook Summit, where he confronted ongoing speculation about his marriage to Meghan Markle. Addressing tabloid-fueled rumors, Harry quipped, “We’ve apparently divorced maybe 10, 12 times,” drawing laughter from the audience. The Duke of Sussex used the moment to shed light on the relentless media scrutiny surrounding his life, a recurring challenge since his childhood.
During his conversation with Andrew Ross Sorkin, Harry humorously recounted the absurdity of the narratives that dominate headlines whenever the couple makes separate public appearances. “She’s in California, I’m in New York, and suddenly it’s, ‘What is happening with these two?’” Harry joked. While he laughed off the speculation, his sympathy extended to the trolls who fuel such stories: “Their hopes are just built and built, and then it doesn’t happen. So I feel sorry for them.”
Reflecting on his experience growing up in the royal spotlight, Harry recalled invasive coverage of his late mother, Princess Diana, and its echoes in his own life. “I’ve seen stories about myself and my family that aren’t rooted in reality,” he said, acknowledging the inevitability of media distortions.
Harry also highlighted his commitment to family life, expressing gratitude for the opportunities to raise Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in California. “There are activities we can do here that we couldn’t in the U.K.,” he shared, emphasizing his dedication to being “the best husband and dad I can be.”
The Duke’s philanthropic efforts took center stage as well. Through the Archewell Foundation, co-founded with Meghan, he continues to advocate for safer online spaces, particularly for children. “I’d welcome the chance to sit down with social media shareholders to discuss what can be done,” Harry said.
Meanwhile, Meghan is charting her own public path, recently celebrating her entrepreneurial ventures at a Beverly Hills gala. Insiders describe the couple’s approach as a “twin-track” strategy, enabling both to thrive individually and as a pair.
Despite ongoing rumors and scrutiny, Harry’s candid and humorous take shows a resilience to focus on what matters most: his family and their shared mission to create positive change.
