Prince Harry has received a stern letter from a former friend, Edward Charles Featherstone (a pseudonym), urging him to move beyond the perceived victimhood portrayed in his debut memoir.
In the book, Harry made startling revelations about his life within the royal family, detailing the breakdown of his relationship with his brother, Prince William, and alleging that his father, King Charles, made cruel jokes.
However, Featherstone contends that Harry's memoir is disappointing because it paints him as a victim when, according to the author, he is far from it.
Featherstone, who was once Harry's Polo playmate, expressed his disappointment in an interview, stating that Harry is nothing like the person he once knew. The former friend has penned a strongly-worded letter to Harry, advising him to "get over yourself" and emphasizing that he is not a victim.
Featherstone reminded Harry of his role as the torchbearer of the Invictus, emphasizing the noble cause he represents. He believes that Harry's actions and their impact on his family are inappropriate.
The author of a forthcoming book titled "The Rude Chronicles," Featherstone revealed his intention to publish the letter in the future, contemplating whether to do it on platforms like the H2Z website, The Rude Chronicles website, or through a more mainstream outlet like the LA Times. Originally intended as part of his book, Featherstone decided to withhold the letter for a later release.
This criticism is not the first time Prince Harry has faced accusations of playing the victim. In June, English television personality Kelly Osbourne launched a scathing attack on Harry during a podcast appearance.
Osbourne accused Harry of attempting to rebrand himself as a savior, labeling him as a "whining, winging, complaining" individual in her explicit tirade. She dismissed his struggles, asserting that everyone faces challenges, and even criticized his attempt to return to public life after controversial incidents in the past, such as dressing as a Nazi.
As Prince Harry navigates public scrutiny, the critiques from both former friends and public figures shed light on the diverse opinions surrounding his portrayal of his royal experiences and personal struggles.
