Prince Harry, often at the heart of royal drama, finds himself entangled in another media frenzy, this time centered around the upcoming funeral of his late uncle, Lord Robert Fellows.
Lord Robert, who passed away at 82, was a notable figure in the royal circle, having been married to Princess Diana's sister, Lady Jane Fellows, and serving as Queen Elizabeth’s private secretary from 1990 to 1999. The Duke of Sussex is reportedly on the guest list for the funeral, but his potential attendance has sparked considerable commotion.
The Spencers, the family of Lady Jane, are gearing up for the somber event, and Harry's presence, or lack thereof, is causing a stir. A former friend of Harry’s, speaking to the Daily Beast, claimed that Harry’s attendance is crucial for supporting Lady Jane. However, given the current media-driven climate, Harry’s involvement is anything but straightforward. The friend expressed concern that it would be very disappointing for Harry if he couldn’t attend, reflecting a heartwarming, yet somewhat theatrical, concern.
Realistically, if Harry were genuinely concerned about causing a stir, he wouldn’t be leaking information about his potential attendance to the tabloids. Instead, it appears that his strategy is to turn this personal family occasion into a media spectacle. The approach seems to involve using the funeral as a platform to highlight the personal trauma of facing his family, followed by a dramatic press announcement regarding his potential presence or absence. This self-centered tactic only fuels speculation and raises questions about whether his friend is merely echoing Harry’s own insecurities.
The true drama is unfolding behind the scenes, overshadowing the memory of Lord Robert Fellows. The Fellows family, understandably, is not rolling out the red carpet for Harry's latest public spectacle. It would be refreshing if Harry chose to discreetly send his condolences and participate in the service via a virtual platform, though such an act of humility seems out of character for him. His track record, from Eugenie’s wedding to Prince Philip’s passing, shows a tendency to make every significant royal event about his personal brand.
Adding to the tension, the Spencers are reportedly less than pleased with Harry and Meghan's recent CBS interview. Meghan's decision to collaborate with CBS, a network with a contentious history concerning the British monarchy, has raised eyebrows. This echoes the negative reception of the 2004 documentary on Princess Diana's final moments, suggesting that the Fellows family might be considering excluding Harry from the funeral activities.
Ultimately, Harry's fixation on his personal narrative continues to overshadow the true purpose of the event. His potential attendance or absence has become yet another headline in the ongoing saga of the Sussexes. Perhaps it is time for everyone to step back and allow Lord Robert Fellows to receive the dignified farewell he deserves, free from the added drama of Prince Harry’s self-serving antics.
