A royal expert has suggested that Meghan Markle may have played a significant role in Prince Harry receiving the Pat Tillman ESPY Award, stirring up considerable controversy.
This possibility has captured public attention, especially given the award's contentious nature and the notable criticism it has received, including from Pat Tillman's own mother, Mary, who reportedly wasn't consulted about the decision.
Charlotte Griffiths, the Mail on Sunday Editor-at-Large, discussed this issue on GB News. She emphasized the seriousness of the situation, pointing out that it involves a grieving mother and the potential for self-promotion overshadowing genuine causes. Griffiths questioned whether Meghan's friendship with Serena Williams, who hosted the ESPY Awards, could have influenced Harry's selection for the Pat Tillman Award. This speculation has led many to ponder the connections and dynamics at play. The theory hinges on the idea that Meghan, through her close relationship with Serena Williams, may have had some sway over the award decision. Serena, a well-known figure and a friend of Meghan, presented the award, leading to suspicions about Meghan's possible influence.
However, conflicting reports suggest that Serena and Meghan's relationship might not be as close as it appears. Raw gossip and blind items from sources like DeuxMoi allege that Serena doesn't particularly like Meghan, raising questions about why she'd advocate for Harry. These rumors suggest that Serena made Harry's receipt of the award a condition for her hosting the event. If true, this indicates a direct connection between Meghan and the award, albeit through Serena's involvement. However, the suggestion that Serena doesn't have a close relationship with Meghan complicates the narrative, making it unclear why Serena would support Harry in this manner if she indeed harbors negative feelings towards Meghan.
Further complicating the matter are reports from Hollywood gossip sources claiming that Serena's husband might also have played a role in recommending Harry for the award. This adds another layer to the speculation about Meghan's indirect influence on the decision. The involvement of multiple parties raises the question of whether Meghan used her connections, perhaps through her agency WME and its CEO Ari Emanuel, to secure the award for Harry.
According to Radar Online, the ESPY nod was the result of a fix with Disney boss Bob Iger. Sources told RadarOnline.com that a backroom deal with Disney was really responsible for the selection. ESPN, owned by Disney, has connections with Harry through Bob Iger, the CEO of Disney. A source told RadarOnline.com that Iger has a close relationship with all the Royals after receiving an honorary knighthood last month. The source revealed that Harry seized upon his connection to the royal family to pitch new opportunities at the network, and Iger was listening despite Harry's estrangement from the family. The award was seen as a calculated move to pave the way for new projects for the wayward Royals, but nobody expected this kind of blowback, which has probably scuttled the plan.
The controversy deepened when Pat's mother, Mary Tillman, weighed in. Petitions calling for Harry to refuse the July 11th award are not sitting well with the Duke, who has ignored Tillman's mother's pleas. Critics argue that Harry would demand justice if his mother, Princess Diana, were treated the way he is treating Mary Tillman, highlighting a perceived hypocrisy in his actions.
Despite the backlash, Harry has managed to position himself as a victim once again. According to the New York Post, the source claims the backlash is a bitter pill to swallow for Harry and Meghan. The award, intended to honor unsung heroes, has instead become a flashpoint of controversy, raising questions about the motivations behind the decision and the influence of high-profile connections.
