History of Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex in Timeline
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is a prominent member of the British royal family. He is the younger son of King Charles III and the late Diana, Princess of Wales. Currently fifth in line to the British throne, Harry's life has been marked by both royal duties and personal pursuits. He served in the British Army and has been involved in various philanthropic endeavors, particularly focusing on mental health and supporting veterans. In recent years, he and his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stepped down as senior working royals and now reside in the United States.
September 1984: Birth of Prince Harry
In September 1984, Prince Harry was born in the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London, as the second child of Charles, Prince of Wales, and Diana, Princess of Wales.
December 1984: Christening of Prince Harry
In December 1984, Prince Harry was christened Henry Charles Albert David at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, by Robert Runcie, the Archbishop of Canterbury.
May 1988: Surgery for Minor Hernia
In May 1988, Prince Harry underwent a surgery for a minor hernia.
1991: Family Trip to Canada
1994: Claims Involving Princess Diana
In May 2024, during Prince Harry's lawsuit against the Daily Mirror, The Sun, and the now-defunct News of the World regarding alleged phone hacking, the judge refused Prince Harry permission to expand his case's scope back to 1994 and 1995 to cover allegations involving his mother.
1995: Claims Involving Princess Diana
In May 2024, during Prince Harry's lawsuit against the Daily Mirror, The Sun, and the now-defunct News of the World regarding alleged phone hacking, the judge refused Prince Harry permission to expand his case's scope back to 1994 and 1995 to cover allegations involving his mother.
1996: Parents' Divorce
In 1996, Prince Harry's parents, Charles and Diana, divorced.
1997: Death of Princess Diana
In 1997, Princess Diana, Prince Harry's mother, died in a car crash in Paris. Harry and William were informed of their mother's death while at Balmoral Castle with their father.
1998: Family Trip to Canada
November 2000: Thumb Injury and Operation
In November 2000, Prince Harry broke his thumb while playing football at Eton and underwent a minor operation.
2001: Cannabis use and Drinking
In the summer of 2001 it was reported that Prince Harry had been smoking cannabis and drinking at his father's Highgrove House and at a local pub.
2002: Report of Trust Fund Disbursement
In 2002, The Times reported that Prince Harry would share a disbursement of £4.9 million from trust funds established by his great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, on his 21st birthday.
2002: Visit to Drug Rehabilitation Unit
In 2002, following reports of his cannabis use and drinking, Prince Harry, with Charles's encouragement, visited a drug rehabilitation unit to speak with drug addicts.
June 2003: Completion of Education at Eton
In June 2003, Prince Harry completed his education at Eton College, earning two A-Levels in art (grade B) and geography (grade D).
September 2004: Passed Regular Commissions Board
In September 2004, Prince Harry passed the Regular Commissions Board (RCB).
January 2005: Controversial comment about Chelsy Davy
In January 2005, Prince Harry responded to an inquiry about his Zimbabwean girlfriend Chelsy Davy by saying, "She's not black or anything, you know", which was later seen as a racist remark.
May 2005: Entry into Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
In May 2005, Prince Harry entered the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where he was known as Officer Cadet Wales.
2005: Nazi uniform controversy
In early 2005, Prince Harry was photographed at a "Colonial and Native"-themed birthday party wearing a Nazi German Afrika Korps uniform with a swastika armband. This choice sparked a backlash from the media, politicians, and religious figures, leading Clarence House to issue a public apology from Harry.
April 2006: Commissioned as Cornet in the Blues and Royals
In April 2006, Prince Harry completed his officer training and was commissioned as a Cornet (second lieutenant) in the Blues and Royals.
October 2006: Completion of Troop Leaders' Course
In October 2006, Prince Harry completed the Troop Leaders' Course and rejoined his regiment in Windsor.
2006: Completed Engagements
Between 2006 and 2019, Prince Harry completed 1,190 engagements.
2006: Launch of Sentebale
In 2006, Prince Harry visited Mants'ase Children's Home near Mohale's Hoek in Lesotho, which he had first toured in 2004, and alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, he launched Sentebale: The Princes' Fund for Lesotho, a charity to assist children orphaned by HIV/AIDS.
October 2007: Surfacing of Namibian trip video
In October 2007, a video from Prince Harry's trip to Namibia with his friends surfaced, showing him snorting vodka and licking a male friend's nipples, leading to controversy and media attention.
2007: Concert for Diana
In 2007 Harry and William organised the Concert for Diana, in memory of their mother, which benefited the charities and patronages of Diana, William, and Harry.
2007: First Deployment to Afghanistan
In 2007, Prince Harry was first deployed on active duty to Helmand Province, Afghanistan, for ten weeks, serving with the Blues and Royals.
April 2008: Promoted to Lieutenant
In April 2008, Prince Harry was promoted to lieutenant in the Blues and Royals.
May 2008: Awarded Operational Service Medal
In May 2008, Princess Anne presented Prince Harry with an Operational Service Medal for Afghanistan at the Combermere Barracks, for his service in the war zone.
October 2008: Enduro Africa Motorbike Ride
In October 2008, Harry and his brother embarked on the 1,000 mile eight-day Enduro Africa motorbike ride across South Africa to raise money for Sentebale, UNICEF and the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund.
October 2008: Announcement of Helicopter Training
In October 2008, it was announced that Prince Harry would learn to fly military helicopters.
November 2008: Alleged comment to Stephen K. Amos
In November 2008, British stand-up comedian Stephen K. Amos alleged that Prince Harry commented on his performance by saying, "You don't sound like a black chap", during Charles's 60th birthday celebrations, though he hoped that the remarks were made in jest.
2008: First Deployment to Afghanistan
In 2007-2008, Prince Harry served for ten weeks in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, with the Blues and Royals.
January 2009: Release of controversial video
In January 2009, the British tabloid News of the World revealed a video made by Prince Harry three years earlier in which he used offensive terms, leading to widespread criticism. Clarence House immediately issued an apology from Harry, who stated that no malice was intended in his remarks.
January 2009: Grant of Royal Household
On January 6, 2009, The Queen granted Prince Harry and Prince William their own royal household. Previously, their affairs had been handled by their father's office.
February 2009: Failed Pilot's Theory Test
In February 2009, Prince Harry initially failed his pilot's theory test.
September 2009: Establishment of The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry
In September 2009, William and Harry set up The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry to enable them to take forward their charitable ambitions.
2009: Reported Parting Ways with Chelsy Davy
In early 2009, it was reported that Prince Harry and Chelsy Davy had ended their five-year relationship.
May 2010: Awarded Flying Brevet
On May 7, 2010, Prince Charles presented Prince Harry with his flying brevet (wings) at a ceremony at the Army Air Corps Base (AAC), Middle Wallop.
2010: Vice-Royal Patron of RFU
Since 2010, Prince Harry served as the RFU's vice-royal patron, supporting the Queen as patron.
April 2011: Awarded Apache Flying Badge and Promotion to Captain
In April 2011, Prince Harry was awarded his Apache Flying Badge on April 14, and promoted to captain on April 16.
June 2011: Announcement of Availability for Deployment
In June 2011, Clarence House announced that Prince Harry would be available for deployment in current operations in Afghanistan as an Apache helicopter pilot.
2011: Trip to the North Pole
In 2011 Harry took part in an unfinished trip to the North Pole with Walking With The Wounded.
May 2012: Release of 'Sing' Music Video
In May 2012, Prince Harry played tambourine and took part in the music video for the song "Sing", which was released to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee.
May 2012: Introduction to Cressida Bonas
In May 2012, Prince Harry was introduced to Cressida Bonas by his cousin Princess Eugenie.
August 2012: Las Vegas photographs leaked
In August 2012, Prince Harry and an unknown young woman were photographed naked in a Wynn Las Vegas hotel room, reportedly during a game of strip billiards. The pictures were leaked by TMZ on August 21, 2012, and reported worldwide by mainstream media, leading to significant media attention.
September 2012: Deployment to Camp Bastion
On September 7, 2012, Prince Harry arrived at Camp Bastion in southern Afghanistan as part of the 662 Squadron, 3 Regiment, Army Air Corps, for a combat tour as an Apache helicopter co-pilot and gunner.
2012: Second Deployment to Afghanistan
In 2012, Prince Harry was deployed to Afghanistan for twenty weeks with the Army Air Corps.
January 2013: Return from Deployment in Afghanistan
On January 21, 2013, it was announced that Prince Harry was returning from a 20-week deployment in Afghanistan.
May 2013: Official Visit to the United States
Between May 9 and 15, 2013, Prince Harry made an official visit to the United States, promoting rehabilitation of injured troops, his charities, and British interests. He visited Washington, DC, Colorado, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
June 2013: DNA tests confirm Indian descent
In June 2013, BritainsDNA announced that genealogical DNA tests on two of Harry and William's distant matrilineal cousins confirm that Eliza Kewark was matrilineally of Indian descent.
July 2013: Qualified as Apache Aircraft Commander
On July 8, 2013, the Ministry of Defence announced that Prince Harry had successfully qualified as an Apache aircraft commander.
December 2013: Expedition to the South Pole
In December 2013, Harry joined Walking With The Wounded's 200-mile expedition to the South Pole in Antarctica, accompanying injured servicemen and women.
2013: Second Deployment to Afghanistan
In 2012-2013, Prince Harry served for twenty weeks in Afghanistan with the Army Air Corps.
2013: Meeting with Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz
In 2013, Prince Harry met with Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz, who later donated £50,000 to Harry's charity Sentebale and £10,000 to Walking With The Wounded. These 2013 meetings allegedly facilitated Mahfouz's access to the Prince of Wales.
2013: Patron of HALO Trust's 25th Anniversary Appeal
In 2013, Prince Harry was named as patron of the HALO Trust's 25th Anniversary Appeal, continuing his involvement with the organization focused on landmine removal.
January 2014: Appointment as Staff Officer in HQ London District
In January 2014, it was announced that Prince Harry had completed his attachment to 3 Regiment Army Air Corps and would assume the role of staff officer, SO3 (Defence Engagement), in HQ London District. Based at Horse Guards in central London, his responsibilities included coordinating significant projects and commemorative events involving the Army in London.
February 2014: Ashraf Islam sentenced for plotting to murder Harry
In February 2014, Ashraf Islam was sentenced to three years in prison for plotting to murder Prince Harry because he believed Harry was morally guilty due to his army service.
March 2014: Launch of Invictus Games
On March 6, 2014, Prince Harry launched the Invictus Games, a Paralympic-style sporting event for injured servicemen and women, scheduled to be held in September 2014.
April 2014: Meeting with British Invictus Games Hopefuls
On April 29, 2014, Prince Harry met with British hopefuls for the Invictus Games at Tedworth House in Wiltshire, marking the start of the selection process.
April 2014: Reported Amicable Parting with Cressida Bonas
On April 30, 2014, it was reported that Prince Harry and Cressida Bonas had parted amicably.
May 2014: Attendance at Invictus Games Ticket Sale Launch
On May 15, 2014, Prince Harry attended a ticket sale launch for the Invictus Games at BT Tower, tweeting from the Games' official Twitter account as its president.
August 2014: Attendance at British Armed Forces Team Announcement for Invictus Games
In August 2014, Prince Harry and officials attended the British Armed Forces Team announcement for the Invictus Games at Potters Field Park.
September 2014: Attendance at the Invictus Games
From September 8 to 14, 2014, as president of the Invictus Games, Prince Harry attended all events related to the Games.
November 2014: Opened Field of Remembrance
On November 6, 2014, Prince Harry opened the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey, a task usually performed by Prince Philip.
2014: Inheritance from Mother
In 2014, Prince Harry and Prince William each inherited £10 million from their mother's estate, and also inherited Diana's wedding dress, other personal possessions, and the original lyrics and score of "Candle in the Wind".
2014: Second Meeting with Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz
In 2014, Prince Harry had another meeting with Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz. Subsequently, Mahfouz donated £50,000 to Sentebale and £10,000 to Walking With The Wounded.
2014: Launch of the Invictus Games
In 2014, Prince Harry launched the Invictus Games, inspired by the Warrior Games in the United States, and continues to be involved as the founding patron.
January 2015: New Role Supporting Wounded Service Personnel
In January 2015, it was reported that Prince Harry would take on a new role supporting wounded service personnel, working alongside members of the London District's Personal Recovery Unit for the MOD's Defence Recovery Capability scheme. He also visited The Battle Back Centre and Fisher House UK.
March 2015: Visit to Phoenix House and Merville Barracks
In March 2015, Prince Harry visited Phoenix House in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, a recovery center run by Help for Heroes, and Merville Barracks in Colchester, the location of Chavasse VC House Personnel Recovery Centre.
March 2015: Announcement of Departure from the Armed Forces
On March 17, 2015, Kensington Palace announced that Prince Harry would leave the Armed Forces in June. Before his departure, he was seconded to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) for four weeks in April and May. Afterwards, he would work in a voluntary capacity with the Ministry of Defence.
April 2015: Visit to Australian War Memorial and Gallipoli Commemorations
In April 2015, before reporting for duty to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), Prince Harry visited the Australian War Memorial in Canberra on April 6. He also joined his father in Turkey to attend commemorations of the centenary of the Gallipoli Campaign.
April 2015: Secondment to the Australian Defence Force
On April 6, 2015, Prince Harry began his secondment to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), reporting for duty at the Royal Military College, Duntroon in Canberra and then flying to Darwin to join the 1st Brigade. He participated in various training exercises, including with the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) and the 2nd Commando Regiment.
May 2015: End of Attachment with the ADF
On May 8, 2015, Prince Harry's attachment with the Australian Defence Force concluded.
June 2015: Resignation from Short Service Commission
On June 19, 2015, Prince Harry officially resigned his short service commission in the British Army.
October 2015: Launch of Invictus Games Orlando 2016
In October 2015, Prince Harry launched the Invictus Games Orlando 2016 with First Lady Michelle Obama and Second Lady Jill Biden at Fort Belvoir. He later attended an Invictus Games board meeting and a reception.
October 2015: Walk of Britain
In October 2015, as patron of Walk of Britain, Harry walked with the team on 30 September and 20 October.
November 2015: Opening of Mamohato Children's Centre
In November 2015, Prince Harry, as patron of Sentebale, travelled to Lesotho to attend the opening of the Mamohato Children's Centre.
December 2015: Official Visit to South Africa
From November 30 to December 3, 2015, Prince Harry made an official visit to South Africa. He presented the insignia of the Order of the Companions of Honour to the Archbishop and played the Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup, fundraising for Sentebale.
2015: Severing Ties with Mahfouz
In 2015, Prince Harry stated that he severed ties with Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz due to "growing concerns" about his motives. This action occurred after meetings in 2013 and 2014.
2015: Support of England's bid to host Rugby World Cup
In 2015, Prince Harry supported England's bid to host rugby union's Rugby World Cup, showcasing his enthusiasm for the sport.
January 2016: Consumption of Magic Mushrooms
In his memoir, Prince Harry detailed taking magic mushrooms at a party at Courteney Cox's house in January 2016.
July 2016: HIV Testing and Attendance at International AIDS Conference
In July 2016, Harry took an HIV test live on Facebook and attended the 21st International AIDS Conference in Durban, South Africa.
July 2016: Beginning of Relationship with Meghan Markle
In July 2016, Prince Harry began a relationship with American actress Meghan Markle after they were reportedly set up on a blind date by a mutual friend.
January 2017: Visit to the Running Charity and Depaul UK
In January 2017, Prince Harry visited the Running Charity and its partner Depaul UK to highlight the role of sport in helping homeless and vulnerable people.
April 2017: Landmine Free 2025 reception
In April 2017, Prince Harry hosted the Landmine Free 2025 reception at Kensington Palace, where the UK government announced increased financial support for de-mining efforts, continuing his work with the HALO Trust.
September 2017: First Public Appearance with Meghan Markle
In September 2017, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made their first public appearance together at the Invictus Games in Toronto.
November 2017: Engagement Announcement
On November 27, 2017, Prince Harry's father announced his engagement to Meghan Markle, prompting positive comments, especially regarding having a mixed-race person as a member of the royal family.
December 2017: Guest Editing BBC Radio 4's Today Programme and Appointment as President of African Parks
In December 2017, Harry guest edited BBC Radio 4's Today programme, conducting interviews on various issues. He was also appointed the new president of African Parks.
December 2017: Appointment as Captain General Royal Marines
On December 19, 2017, Prince Harry succeeded his grandfather Prince Philip as the Captain General Royal Marines.
2017: Acknowledgment of Mental Health Struggles and Seeking Counseling
In 2017, Prince Harry acknowledged, with the support of his brother, that he had sought counselling years after his mother's death, struggling with aggression, anxiety, and being close to a complete breakdown. He took up boxing to cope with mental stress and used recreational drugs.
2017: Number of Godchildren
In 2017, Prince Harry stated that he had "five or six" godchildren, some of whom later attended his wedding.
April 2018: Commonwealth Youth Ambassador Appointment
In April 2018, Prince Harry was appointed Commonwealth youth ambassador. Also in April, he became a patron of Walk of America. The Prince was appointed the president of The Queen's Commonwealth Trust in April.
May 2018: Lease on Westfield Large and Move from Nottingham Cottage
In May 2018, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex signed a two-year lease on Westfield Large, located on the Great Tew Estate in the Cotswolds, after initially living at Nottingham Cottage. They later gave up the lease due to paparazzi intrusion.
May 2018: Marriage Ceremony
On May 19, 2018, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage ceremony took place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
July 2018: First Overseas Visit as a Couple
In July 2018, Prince Harry travelled to Dublin, Ireland, alongside his wife Meghan, which marked their first overseas visit as a couple.
July 2018: Launch of MenStar Coalition
In July 2018, the Elton John AIDS Foundation announced that Harry and Elton John were about to launch a global coalition called MenStar to focus on treating HIV infections in men.
October 2018: Pacific Tour for Invictus Games
In October 2018, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex travelled to Sydney for the 2018 Invictus Games, forming part of a Pacific tour including Australia, Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand.
2018: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2018, Prince Harry was selected as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time magazine, recognizing his impact and influence.
April 2019: Announcement of Documentary Series with Oprah Winfrey
In April 2019, it was announced that Harry was working as co-creator and executive producer on a documentary series about mental health with Oprah Winfrey for Apple TV+.
May 2019: Splash News apologizes for privacy breach
In May 2019, Splash News issued a formal apology to the Sussexes for sending photographers to their Cotswolds residence, which compromised their privacy. The agency also agreed to pay damages and cover legal costs.
June 2019: Departure from The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry
In June 2019, Harry left the charity The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry.
June 2019: Announcement of split from The Royal Foundation
In June 2019, it was announced that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex would split from The Royal Foundation and establish their own charity foundation by the end of 2019, while continuing to collaborate with Prince William and Catherine on mutual projects such as Heads Together.
June 2019: Royal Family's Carbon Footprint
In June 2019, the royal family faced criticism after it was revealed that they had doubled their carbon footprint from business travel. This event set the stage for later criticism of Harry and Meghan's private jet usage.
June 2019: Neo-Nazis jailed for sharing propaganda targeting Harry
In June 2019, two members of the neo-Nazi group Sonnenkrieg Division were jailed for sharing propaganda posters, including one labelling Harry as a "race traitor" with a gun pointed at his head.
July 2019: The Sun publishes stories detailing Archie's arrangements
In July 2019, The Sun published stories detailing the nannying and god-parenting arrangements for Harry and Meghan's son Archie, which later led to allegations of unlawful payments for information.
August 2019: Criticism for Private Jet Journeys
In August 2019, Prince Harry and Meghan faced criticism for reportedly taking four private jet journeys in 11 days. One of the journeys was to Elton John's home in Nice, France. The criticism aligned with earlier reactions to the royal family's carbon footprint from travel.
September 2019: Launch of Travalyst
In September 2019, Prince Harry launched Travalyst during a visit to the Netherlands. This initiative aims to promote sustainable practices within the travel industry and address climate change and environmental damage, in collaboration with companies like Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Visa Inc.
September 2019: Visit to de-mining site in Angola
In September 2019, Prince Harry walked through a de-mining site in Angola, following in his mother's footsteps from 22 years prior, as part of his ongoing work with the HALO Trust.
September 2019: Hiring of Sunshine Sachs PR Firm
In September 2019, it was reported that Harry and Meghan had hired New York-based PR firm Sunshine Sachs.
October 2019: Southern African Tour
In October 2019, Prince Harry undertook a Southern African tour that included Malawi, Angola, South Africa, and Botswana. This was "their first official tour as a family" because infant son Archie travelled with the Sussexes.
November 2019: Interview with Gareth Thomas for National HIV Testing Week
In November 2019, Harry interviewed HIV+ Rugby player Gareth Thomas on behalf of the Terrence Higgins Trust.
December 2019: PA Media retracts Christmas card photograph
In December 2019, PA Media retracted a Christmas card photograph of Harry, Meghan, and their son Archie. The agency stated that the retraction was due to the photograph not being representative of the actual Christmas card sent by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
2019: Presentation of Challenge Cup trophy
In 2019, Prince Harry presented the trophy at rugby league's Challenge Cup finals, highlighting his involvement with the sport.
January 2020: Stepped Down as Working Royals
In January 2020, Harry and Meghan stepped down as working royals and moved to Southern California.
January 2020: Decision to Step Back Announced
In January 2020, Harry and his wife announced their decision to step back from royal duties.
January 2020: Prank by Russian comedy duo
In January 2020, Prince Harry was the subject of a prank by the Russian comedy duo Vovan and Lexus, who posed as climate activist Greta Thunberg and her father. During the conversations, Harry described his decision to leave the monarchy as "not easy" and criticised Donald Trump's stance on climate change and his support of the coal industry.
January 2020: Legal warning issued to press over paparazzi photos
In January 2020, lawyers issued a legal warning to the press after paparazzi photographs of Harry and Meghan were published in the media.
January 2020: Announcement of Stepping Back from Royal Duties
In January 2020, the Duke and Duchess announced that they were stepping back from their role as senior members of the royal family. They intended to become financially independent and cease to represent the Queen.
January 2020: IPSO Sides with Mail on Sunday in Photo Dispute
In January 2020, the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) sided with the Mail on Sunday in a dispute with Prince Harry regarding an Instagram photo. IPSO rejected Harry's claim that the newspaper's description of elephants being "tranquilised" and "tethered" was inaccurate.
January 2020: Announcement on Royal Highness styles
On 18 January 2020, Buckingham Palace announced that, following their decision to step back from royal duties, from 31 March 2020 the Duke and Duchess would not use their Royal Highness styles in practice or publicly.
January 2020: The Sun breaks story about Megxit plans
On 8 January 2020, Dan Wootton broke the story in the Sun about Harry and Meghan's initial plans for moving to Canada, prompting the couple to confirm their plans for stepping back from their royal duties.
February 2020: Recording of "Unbroken"
In February 2020, Prince Harry recorded a new version of the song "Unbroken" with Jon Bon Jovi, featuring backing vocals from members of the Invictus Choir, to support the Invictus Games Foundation.
February 2020: Decision to not use Sussex Royal as brand name
On February 21, 2020, it was confirmed that "Sussex Royal" would not be used as a brand name for Prince Harry and Meghan following their withdrawal from public life.
March 2020: End of Royal Highness style usage
From 31 March 2020, following the announcement made in January 2020, the Duke and Duchess ceased using their Royal Highness styles in practice or publicly.
March 2020: Lawsuit against Splash UK for unauthorized photos
In March 2020, Harry and Meghan took Splash UK to court after the Duchess and their son were photographed without permission during a "private family outing" while staying in Canada. The case was later settled with Splash UK agreeing to refrain from taking unauthorized photos of the family.
March 2020: Security Difficulties in Canada and the UK
In March 2020, Harry faced difficulties obtaining and maintaining publicly funded security in Canada and the United Kingdom after announcing his self-demotion within the royal family. The Canadian government ceased providing RCMP security, and a similar petition circulated in the UK.
March 2020: Final Engagements as Senior Royal
In March 2020, Prince Harry attended the opening of the Silverstone Experience with Lewis Hamilton, his final solo engagement as a senior royal. He and Meghan attended the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on March 9, 2020, their last engagement as a couple before stepping down.
March 2020: End of Commonwealth Youth Ambassador Role
In March 2020, Prince Harry's role as Commonwealth youth ambassador ended.
March 2020: Release of "Unbroken"
On March 27, 2020, the song "Unbroken" by Jon Bon Jovi and Prince Harry was released, with proceeds going to the Invictus Games Foundation, demonstrating Harry's continued support for veterans and the Invictus Games.
March 2020: Closure of Office at Buckingham Palace
On March 31, 2020, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's office was moved to Buckingham Palace and officially closed, as they ceased "undertaking official engagements in support of the Queen".
April 2020: Confirmation of Archewell Foundation
In April 2020, Meghan and Harry confirmed that their new foundation (in lieu of Sussex Royal) would be called "Archewell". The name is derived from the Greek word "arche", meaning "source of action," which also inspired the name of their son, Archie.
April 2020: Launch of HeadFIT
In April 2020, Prince Harry launched HeadFIT, a new initiative designed to provide mental health support for members of the armed forces. This platform was developed collaboratively by the Royal Foundation's Heads Together campaign, the Ministry of Defence, and King's College London.
April 2020: Harry and Meghan cease cooperation with certain media outlets
In April 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced that they would no longer cooperate with the Daily Mail, the Sun, the Mirror and the Express.
June 2020: Signing with Harry Walker Agency
In June 2020, Harry and Meghan signed with the Harry Walker Agency for paid public speaking engagements.
June 2020: Purchase of House in Montecito and Aftermath
In June 2020, after spending some months in Canada and the United States, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex bought a house on the former estate of Riven Rock in Montecito, California.
June 2020: Lawyers threaten to sue the Sun over story sourcing
In June 2020, it was reported that Harry's lawyers had issued a 'letter before action', threatening to sue the Sun and Dan Wootton over allegations that they had paid associates of palace officials for stories.
June 2020: Backing Stop Hate for Profit campaign
In June 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex supported the Stop Hate for Profit campaign, encouraging CEOs of various companies to join the movement and combat online hate speech.
August 2020: Rename and Dissolution of Sussex Royal Foundation
On August 5, 2020, the Sussex Royal Foundation was renamed "MWX Foundation" and dissolved on the same day, marking the end of the organization's operations.
September 2020: Video Addressing American Voters
In September 2020, Prince Harry and his wife released a video addressing American voters, urging them to "reject hate speech, misinformation and online negativity" in the 2020 United States presidential election, which was seen by some as an implicit endorsement of Joe Biden.
September 2020: Legal complaint issued over article about Invictus Games fundraiser
In September 2020, Prince Harry issued a legal complaint against The Times over an article claiming an Invictus Games fundraiser had been cancelled due to its affiliation with a competitor of Netflix, Harry's business partner.
September 2020: Commercial Deal with Netflix
In September 2020, the Sussexes signed a private commercial deal with Netflix.
October 2020: Launch of Archewell Website
In October 2020, the website for Archewell, the foundation established by Prince Harry and Meghan, was officially launched in the United States, providing a platform for their philanthropic endeavors.
December 2020: Multi-Year Deal with Spotify and Holiday Special Release
In December 2020, Harry and Meghan signed a multi-year deal with Spotify to produce and host programs through Archewell Audio. They also released a holiday special on the service.
December 2020: Lawsuit Against Associated Newspapers Limited
In December 2020, Prince Harry's legal team sued Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) for publishing a story in the Mail on Sunday that falsely claimed his working relationship with the Royal Marines had suffered after his royal departure. The newspaper later apologized and paid "substantial damages", which were donated to the Invictus Games Foundation.
2020: Incorporation of Companies and Trust
Beginning in early 2020, Harry and Meghan incorporated 11 companies and a trust including Orinoco Publishing LLC and Peca Publishing LLC to hold the rights for their books as well as Cobblestone Lane LLC and IPHW LLC which are holders of their foundation's logos.
2020: Harry and Meghan move to the United States
In 2020, Harry and Meghan moved to the United States, leading to initial difficulties and plans for the future as discussed in the Oprah interview.
February 2021: Confirmation of relinquishing Military Appointments
In February 2021, Buckingham Palace confirmed that Prince Harry would give up his position as Captain General Royal Marines and hand back all other honorary military appointments.
February 2021: End of Role as President of The Queen's Commonwealth Trust
In February 2021, Prince Harry's role as president of The Queen's Commonwealth Trust ended.
March 2021: Oprah Interview
In March 2021, Harry and Meghan sat for a televised interview with Oprah Winfrey, titled "Oprah with Meghan and Harry."
March 2021: Appointment as Chief Impact Officer at BetterUp and Commissioner at Aspen Institute
In March 2021, Harry became the chief impact officer at BetterUp and was appointed as a commissioner for the Aspen Institute's Commission on Information Disorder.
March 2021: Charity Commission review of Sussex Royal
In March 2021, the Charity Commission for England and Wales initiated a review of the Sussex Royal organization in a "regulatory and compliance case" concerning its conduct under charity law during dissolution, leading to scrutiny of its operations.
March 2021: End of Twelve-Month Review Period
In March 2021, the formal role of the Duke and Duchess was subject to a twelve-month review period, ending in March 2021.
March 2021: Harry and Meghan interviewed by Oprah Winfrey
On March 7, 2021, Harry and Meghan were interviewed by Oprah Winfrey in a CBS television special. They discussed marriage, motherhood, public life pressures, and the difficulties of moving to the United States in 2020. Harry also criticized his father's parenting and strained relationships with his family.
April 2021: Campaign Chairs for Vax Live
In April 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were announced as campaign chairs for Vax Live: The Concert to Reunite the World, an event organized by Global Citizen to promote increased access to COVID-19 vaccinations. They also supported a vaccine equity fundraiser and urged pharmaceutical CEOs to address the vaccine equity crisis.
May 2021: Guest on Armchair Expert Podcast
In May 2021, Prince Harry appeared on Dax Shepard and Monica Padman's podcast Armchair Expert, where he discussed freedom of speech and laws in the United States, stating "I've got so much I want to say about the First Amendment as I sort of understand it, but it is bonkers." These comments drew backlash from conservative Americans and Britons.
May 2021: Support of Peak State
In May 2021, Prince Harry publicly supported Peak State, a mental fitness program providing tools and resources for managing mental health.
May 2021: Release of 'The Me You Can't See' on Apple TV+
On 21 May 2021, the documentary series The Me You Can't See, co-created and executive produced by Harry and Oprah Winfrey, was released on Apple TV+.
June 2021: Statement on HALO Trust attack in Afghanistan
In June 2021, after ten members of the HALO Trust were killed by an armed group at a mine clearance camp in Afghanistan, Prince Harry issued a statement condemning the attack as an act of barbarism.
June 2021: BBC reports controversy over Lilibet's name
In June 2021, following the birth of their daughter Lilibet, the BBC reported that Harry and Meghan had not sought the Queen's permission before using her personal family nickname. The couple's lawyers accused the BBC of defamation.
June 2021: Birth of Lilibet
On June 4, 2021, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's daughter, Lilibet, was born.
July 2021: Announcement of Memoir Publication
In July 2021, it was announced that Harry would publish his memoir Spare via Penguin Random House, reportedly earning an advance of at least $20 million.
August 2021: Backlash for Private Jet Flight to Polo Tournament
In August 2021, Prince Harry received backlash for taking a two-hour flight on a private jet between California and Aspen, Colorado, to participate in an annual charity polo tournament.
September 2021: Legal Fight Over Police Protection Begins
In September 2021, Harry started a legal fight with the Home Office over their refusal to allow him to pay for police protection.
September 2021: Hosting virtual event for Warrior Games
In September 2021, Prince Harry, along with First Lady Jill Biden, hosted a virtual event for the Warrior Games, which were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating continued support for veterans.
October 2021: Partnership with Ethic
In October 2021, Harry and Meghan announced their partnership with Ethic, a sustainable investment firm based in New York City, which also manages the couple's investments.
October 2021: Op-ed against oil drilling in Okavango River
In October 2021, Prince Harry spoke out against oil drilling in the Okavango River in an op-ed for The Washington Post, highlighting his environmental advocacy.
October 2021: Bot Sentinel alleges coordinated negative content campaign
In October 2021, Twitter analytics service Bot Sentinel alleged that 83 accounts were responsible for about 70% of the negative content about Harry and Meghan, prompting a Twitter investigation.
November 2021: Remarks at Wired's Re:Wired Conference
In November 2021, during a panel at Wired's Re:Wired Conference, Prince Harry claimed he emailed Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, a day before the January 6 United States Capitol attack to warn of potential civil unrest but received no response. Also in November 2021, Conservative politician Johnny Mercer announced that Prince Harry supported their proposal to waive visa fees for foreign-born UK veterans and their families.
November 2021: Publication of Aspen Institute's Report on Information Disorder
In November 2021, the Aspen Institute's Commission on Information Disorder published its report with 15 recommendations, for which Harry was a commissioner.
December 2021: Reports of meetings with Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz
In December 2021, reports surfaced regarding Prince Harry's meetings with Saudi businessman Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz, whose CBE receipt was under investigation. Harry referred to the situation as the "CBE scandal" in December 2021 and claimed he cut ties with Mahfouz in 2015 due to concerns, a claim disputed by his father's aides. Sentebale defended the meetings, denying any impropriety.
2021: Stepping Down from London Marathon Charitable Trust
In 2021, Harry stepped down from the London Marathon Charitable Trust.
2021: Television Interview with Oprah
In 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle revealed in a television interview that they had privately exchanged vows in their garden three days before their official wedding ceremony.
2021: Reflection on Military Service
In 2021, Prince Harry described his ten years in the army from 2005 to 2015 as "the happiest times in my life".
2021: Featured on Time 100 Cover
In 2021, Prince Harry was selected as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time magazine, in addition to the recognition, Harry and his wife were featured on one of the magazine's seven worldwide Time 100 covers.
2021: The Me You Can't See Documentary Premiere
In 2021, Prince Harry's mental health television documentary, "The Me You Can't See", premiered. In the documentary, Prince Harry revealed he had undergone four years of therapy for mental health issues, after encouragement from his future wife. He also described suffering from panic attacks and severe anxiety and that official visits eventually led to burnout.
2021: Travalyst partnership with Google
In 2021, Travalyst announced a partnership with Google to further its mission of encouraging sustainable travel practices.
2021: Alleged Statement from Private Investigator
In 2021, a statement allegedly from Gavin Burrows, a private investigator, was used in Prince Harry's case against ANL. However, Burrows claimed that the statement was not signed by him and was "a cut and paste" from his evidence in cases against other publishers.
January 2022: Legal complaint filed against The Times over Archewell article
In January 2022, Harry and Meghan mutually filed a legal complaint against The Times for an article reporting on Archewell raising less than $50,000 in 2020.
January 2022: RAVEC Decision on Security
In January 2022, RAVEC stated that State security could not be made available to private individuals even if they wished to pay for it themselves.
January 2022: Legal Fight Over Police Protection Reported
In January 2022, it was reported that Harry had been in a legal fight since September 2021 over the Home Office's refusal to allow him to pay for police protection.
January 2022: Harry and Meghan's images used in fake ads
In January 2022, the BBC reported that Harry and Meghan's photos and videos were used in fake instant profits advertisements and bitcoin-related investment schemes.
February 2022: Libel Suit Against ANL
In February 2022, Prince Harry filed a libel suit against ANL for a Mail on Sunday article alleging he tried to hide his legal battle with the Home Office over police protection. The article also claimed he only offered to pay for protection after filing the lawsuit.
March 2022: Signing open letter for vaccine equity
In March 2022, Prince Harry and his wife were among those who signed an open letter by the People's Vaccine Alliance, advocating for free global access to COVID-19 vaccines and criticizing the UK, EU, and Switzerland for opposing a waiver on vaccine intellectual property protections.
March 2022: High Court Ruling on Security Case Privacy
In March 2022, after the first court hearing of the case, it was revealed that Harry had 'exceptional status' and the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) still determined his personal protective security on a case-by-case basis. The High Court ruled that some parts of the case would remain confidential.
April 2022: Launch of eco-travel campaign
In April 2022, Prince Harry launched an eco-travel campaign through his non-profit Travalyst, encouraging sustainable travel with a video featuring Rhys Darby and Dave Fane on Māori Television.
April 2022: Harry's interview with Hoda Kotb during Invictus Games
In April 2022, during the Invictus Games, Harry claimed in an interview with Today's Hoda Kotb that he visited his grandmother, the Queen, to ensure she was "protected and got the right people around her."
April 2022: Criticism over BetterUp's New Metrics and Harry's Role
In April 2022, reports emerged of criticism by BetterUp's coaches over new metrics and the opacity surrounding Harry's role in the firm.
June 2022: First Official Appearance in the UK Since Stepping Down
In June 2022, Prince Harry and Meghan made their first official appearance in the UK since stepping down, attending the Platinum Jubilee National Service of Thanksgiving.
June 2022: Private Jet Use After Queen's Jubilee
In June 2022, after the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Harry and Meghan boarded a private jet back to California, which was estimated to have emitted "ten times more carbon than flying commercial".
June 2022: Meghan Describes Harry's Reaction to Supreme Court Decision
In June 2022, in an interview for Vogue, Meghan described Harry's reaction to the Supreme Court's decision on abortion rights as "guttural".
July 2022: Permission Granted for Judicial Review
In July 2022, Mr Justice Swift granted permission for part of Harry's claim to proceed for a judicial review.
July 2022: Address to the United Nations on Mandela Day
In July 2022, Prince Harry condemned the Supreme Court's decision on abortion rights as a "rolling back of constitutional rights" during his address to the United Nations on Mandela Day. Justice Samuel Alito later criticised foreign figures, including Harry, for commenting on "American law".
August 2022: Lawsuit Filed Against Home Office and Metropolitan Police
In August 2022, Harry filed a lawsuit against the Home Office and the Metropolitan Police, challenging RAVEC's decision that State security could not be made available to private individuals.
September 2022: Charity Events and Queen Elizabeth II's Death
In September 2022, The Sussexes visited the UK and Germany for charity events. On 8 September 2022, while in London, Queen Elizabeth II died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, and Harry and Meghan remained in the United Kingdom for her funeral.
October 2022: Legal Action Against ANL Launched
In October 2022, Prince Harry joined other public figures in launching legal action against ANL, alleging "abhorrent criminal activity" including phone hacking and accessing private information. ANL dismissed the allegations as "preposterous smears".
December 2022: Release of Harry & Meghan Netflix Docuseries
In December 2022, Harry and Meghan's Netflix docuseries, "Harry & Meghan", was released.
December 2022: YouGov Poll Ranks Harry as Disliked Royal
In December 2022, a YouGov poll found Prince Harry to be the third most disliked member of the British royal family, preceded by Prince Andrew and Meghan. This followed a decline in popularity after stepping back from royal duties and controversial media appearances.
December 2022: Premiere of Harry & Meghan Docuseries on Netflix
On 8 December 2022, Harry & Meghan, a docuseries about the Sussexes produced by Netflix and Archewell Productions, premiered on Netflix. The series received mixed reviews.
2022: End of Representation by Sunshine Sachs
In 2022, Sunshine Sachs stopped representing Harry and Meghan as their PR firm.
January 2023: Harry gives series of interviews ahead of memoir release
In January 2023, Prince Harry sat down for a series of interviews including one by Anderson Cooper on 60 Minutes, one by Tom Bradby on ITV1 titled Harry: The Interview, and another by Michael Strahan on Good Morning America, titled Prince Harry: In His Own Words. He spoke about wanting to reconcile with his father and brother and criticized the press.
January 2023: Release of Memoir "Spare" and Revelations
In January 2023, Prince Harry's memoir "Spare" was released, in which he revealed that he killed 25 Taliban members during his six missions, a claim that sparked considerable controversy and backlash from the Taliban, British politicians, and military figures. The revelations also prompted security concerns, leading to the evacuation of Pen Farthing from Kabul to avoid potential reprisal attacks.
January 2023: High Court Judge Rules on Lawsuits
In January 2023, a High Court judge ruled that Prince Harry's lawsuit against Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN), as well as other similar lawsuits against the publisher, would go to trial in May 2023.
January 2023: Publication of 'Spare'
On 10 January 2023, Harry's memoir Spare was officially published in 16 languages, becoming the UK's fastest selling non-fiction book. Harry pledged $1.5 million of the proceeds to Sentebale and £300,000 to WellChild.
February 2023: Case Dismissal and Appeal
In February 2023, a High Court judge ruled that the second case should be thrown out; however, the decision was later appealed by Harry's legal team.
March 2023: Gabor Maté suggests Harry may have PTSD and other conditions
In March 2023, during a live-streamed interview, physician Gabor Maté publicly suggested that Harry could be suffering from PTSD, ADD, anxiety, and depression, based on their conversation and Maté having read Harry's autobiography Spare.
March 2023: Heritage Foundation Sends Dossier on Drug Use
In March 2023, the Heritage Foundation (HF) sent a dossier on Prince Harry's drug use to government entities, questioning whether he admitted to past drug use on his U.S. visa application.
May 2023: MGN Apologizes at Trial Start
At the beginning of trial in May 2023, MGN apologized for one instance of unlawful information gathering against Prince Harry and added that his legal challenge "warrants compensation".
May 2023: Legal Challenge Lost
In May 2023, Harry lost the legal challenge, meaning that he will not be allowed to make private payments for police protection.
June 2023: Criticism of UK Government
In June 2023, Prince Harry broke royal protocol by criticising the UK government in his witness statement to a court, arguing that both the British press and the government were "at rock bottom".
June 2023: Harry Testifies in Court Case
In June 2023, Prince Harry testified in the court case against MGN, accusing former Daily Mirror editor Piers Morgan of horrific personal attacks and claiming his phone had been hacked since his time at Eton. His appearance was historic, marking the first time a royal family member had been cross-examined in court since 1891.
June 2023: Spotify Cancels Archetypes
In June 2023, Spotify announced they would not proceed with their deal with Harry and Meghan, cancelling Archetypes after one season.
June 2023: Cost of Legal Fight Revealed
In June 2023, a Freedom of Information request revealed that Harry's legal fight with the Home Office had cost £502,236.
July 2023: Ruling on Phone Hacking Claims
In July 2023, the judge ruled that part of Prince Harry's case involving allegations of illegal information gathering would go to trial but his phone-hacking claims were dismissed for being made too late.
November 2023: Case Proceeding but Evidence Ruled Inadmissible
In November 2023, Mr Justice Nicklin ruled that the case brought by Prince Harry and other claimants against ANL could proceed. However, unpublished material provided to the Leveson Inquiry was deemed inadmissible as proof in this particular case.
November 2023: Named global ambassador for Scotty's Little Soldiers
In November 2023, Prince Harry was named global ambassador for Scotty's Little Soldiers, one of the charities he and his wife had invited people to support in lieu of wedding presents, furthering his philanthropic efforts.
December 2023: Motion Rejected in Libel Case
In December 2023, a judge rejected Prince Harry's motion to have ANL's defense thrown out in the libel case regarding a Mail on Sunday article. The judge decided the case should proceed to trial and ordered Harry to pay Mail on Sunday £48,447 in legal costs.
December 2023: High Court Rules in Favor of Harry
In December 2023, the High Court ruled in favor of Prince Harry for 15 of the 33 sample stories used in his claims of phone hacking against MGN, awarding him £140,600 in damages. The court concluded Piers Morgan and other editors knew about and were involved in the phone hacking.
2023: Satirized in South Park
In 2023, Harry and Meghan's exit from the royal family was satirized in an episode of South Park. This event reflects the ongoing scrutiny and commentary surrounding their choices.
2023: Appointment as Member of African Parks Board of Directors
In 2023, Harry was appointed a member of the board of directors for African Parks, after serving as president since 2017.
2023: Named One of the "25 Most Intriguing People of the Year"
In 2023, People magazine named Prince Harry as one of the "25 Most Intriguing People of the Year", recognizing his continued public interest and influence.
2023: Release of memoir
In 2023, Prince Harry's memoir was released. In it, he described himself as an agoraphobe.
2023: Details of Relationship with Caroline Flack Revealed in Memoir
In his 2023 memoir, Prince Harry wrote about his relationship with Caroline Flack, stating that they saw each other for a while after being introduced, but press intrusion "tainted" their relationship.
January 2024: Neo-Nazis sentenced for calling for deaths of Harry and Archie
In January 2024, Christopher Gibbons and Tyrone Patten-Walsh, two neo-Nazis, received prison sentences ranging from 8 to 11 years for terrorism, including calls for the deaths of Prince Harry and his son Archie on their podcast.
January 2024: Harry inducted into Living Legends of Aviation
In January 2024, Harry was inducted into the Living Legends of Aviation.
January 2024: Withdrawal of Libel Claim
In January 2024, Prince Harry withdrew his libel claim against ANL, making him liable for the publisher's £250,000 legal costs. This concluded the legal battle that began in February 2022.
February 2024: Settlement with MGN
In February 2024, Prince Harry settled his remaining claim with MGN. The publisher agreed to cover Harry's legal costs and pay damages reported to be in the region of £300,000.
February 2024: High Court Rules Against Harry in Security Case
In February 2024, the High Court ruled against Harry in his case against the Home Office and upheld RAVEC's decision, stating that there had been no unlawfulness in the decision-making process for his security arrangements.
March 2024: Named in Lawsuit Against P. Diddy
In March 2024, Prince Harry was named in a lawsuit against P. Diddy, who faced allegations of sexual trafficking. Harry was mentioned as a celebrity associate of Combs, allegedly used to attract guests to parties.
March 2024: U.S. Government Ordered to Hand Over Visa Details
In March 2024, the U.S. government was ordered to hand over Prince Harry's visa application details to a D.C. court following a freedom of information request by the Heritage Foundation.
April 2024: Initial Appeal Attempt Lost
In April 2024, Harry lost an initial attempt to appeal against the ruling regarding his security arrangements. Additionally, the judge held him liable for 90% of the Home Office's legal costs, and it was revealed he had leaked information during the proceedings.
April 2024: New Shows in Production with Netflix
In April 2024, it was announced that Archewell Productions is working with Netflix to produce two new shows – on lifestyle and on polo.
May 2024: Trip to Nigeria and Recognition for Travalyst
Following Harry and Meghan's trip to Nigeria in May 2024, it was argued that the couple could have been used by the royal family. Additionally, in the same year Harry's role as founder of Travalyst was recognised in the second edition of the Time 100 Climate list which ranked the most influential climate action leaders.
May 2024: Visit to Nigeria to Honour Invictus Games
In May 2024, Harry and Meghan visited Nigeria to honour the work of the Invictus Games, focusing on sports rehabilitation, mental health, and women's empowerment.
May 2024: Permission Granted to Challenge High Court Decision
In May 2024, Harry was given permission by the Court of Appeal to challenge the High Court's decision regarding his security arrangements.
May 2024: Rejection of Claims in Phone Hacking Lawsuit
In May 2024, Mr Justice Fancourt refused Prince Harry permission to include claims against Rupert Murdoch, expand his case's scope back to 1994 and 1995 to cover allegations involving his mother or to add new allegations from 2016 involving his then-girlfriend Meghan in his phone hacking lawsuit.
September 2024: Visa Case Closed
In September 2024, the Heritage Foundation's case regarding Prince Harry's visa was closed due to sealed orders and a memorandum opinion. The HF then requested to "vacate" the ruling.
October 2024: Settlement or Trial Decision
In October 2024, the judge announced that the two sides in Prince Harry's phone hacking lawsuit should either settle or go to trial in January 2025. The judge also refused to let Harry's team include allegations of bugs being placed in rooms and cars, and trackers on vehicles due to lack of specifics.
January 2025: Criticism for Food Bank Appearance
In January 2025, Justine Bateman criticized Prince Harry and Meghan, deeming their behavior "repulsive" for appearing at a food bank during the Southern California wildfires. Bateman accused them of seeking a "photo op" and called them "disaster tourists".
January 2025: Settlement in Phone Hacking Case
In January 2025, Prince Harry and News Group Newspapers (NGN) settled the phone hacking case, with NGN paying more than £10 million in payouts and legal fees. NGN issued a "full and unequivocal apology" for "serious intrusion" by The Sun between 1996 and 2011, and admitted to "unlawful activity" by private investigators but not by journalists.
February 2025: Trump Rules Out Deportation
In February 2025, new U.S. President Donald Trump stated he would not deport Prince Harry from the USA.
March 2025: Release of Redacted Court Documents
In March 2025, Judge Carl Nichols ordered the release of redacted versions of court documents related to Prince Harry's visa application by March 18. Heavily redacted documents were released, but his immigration status and whether he disclosed his drug use on the application remained undisclosed.
March 2025: Resignation from Sentebale
In March 2025, Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho resigned from their roles as patrons of Sentebale following a dispute between the charity's trustees and the chair of the board, Sophie Chandauka, who reported the charity to the Charity Commission due to concerns about governance.
May 2025: Harry reflects on security loss and family estrangement in BBC interview
In May 2025, Harry was interviewed by Nada Tawfik of the BBC, during which he reflected on his loss of taxpayer-funded security and his ongoing estrangement from his family. Stephen Bates critiqued his "megaphone diplomacy" in The Guardian.
May 2025: Appeal Rejected and Liability for Legal Fees
In May 2025, Harry's appeal was rejected by three senior judges, and he was likely to be held liable for the UK government's legal fees.
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