During the event, Harry presented an award for an inspirational child aged 4-6 and delivered a speech that included a tribute to his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away a year ago at the age of 96. In his speech, Harry mentioned that he was unable to attend the awards last year due to his grandmother's passing and expressed the belief that she would have wanted him to be there to support the event.
However, these words have been met with criticism, with some royal insiders finding them infuriating and accusing Harry and Meghan of trying to capitalize on the legacy of the late queen. In response, the Archbishop of York, who had met Queen Elizabeth several times in his capacity as a senior member of the Church of England, delivered his tribute on the same day, marking the first anniversary of the queen's death.
In his tribute, the Archbishop emphasized the nation's grief over the queen's passing and the unity that came with it. He expressed gratitude for the queen's life of service and mentioned the extraordinary scenes of people queuing to pay their respects and the sense of unity and solidarity that emerged during that time.
The Archbishop's words seemed to convey the importance of the queen's legacy and the deep appreciation that many have for her contributions. He also emphasized the need for a life of service, echoing the queen's own dedication to her role.
While some royal fans criticized Prince Harry for his words and accused him of being influenced by Meghan, others pointed out instances where the couple had not fully embraced their royal duties, such as declining invitations to visit Balmoral and skipping family events. These actions led to questions about their commitment to the monarchy and their priorities.
In the end, the controversy surrounding Harry's speech and the subsequent reactions from the Royal Archbishop and the public highlight the complex dynamics within the royal family and the ongoing scrutiny of the Sussexes' actions and statements.
