It's clear that Harry has undergone a significant transformation since then, as his public persona has shifted from the charismatic hedonist his friends knew to the more introspective figure seen in public interviews and documentaries.
The signs of this transformation were apparent in the early days of Harry's relationship with Meghan. One friend recalled a shooting weekend where Harry surprised everyone by taking bowls of granola to their bedroom for breakfast, explaining that he wanted to do dawn yoga with Meghan and have a private breakfast with her.
This shift in Harry's behavior during a weekend trip organized by Meghan with his friends left some of them puzzled. Megan's demands, including Harry following her every request and giving up socializing with friends and certain dietary preferences, raised eyebrows among his close circle. One friend described Meghan as different and nobler than the group, noting her tendency to set her own boundaries.
During a London dinner party early in their relationship, Meghan reportedly caused a scene because she wasn't seated beside Harry, contrary to British custom. Harry's response, as remembered by friends, was to remark, "I know, but she's so hot." Subsequent incidents and Meghan's behavior at social gatherings led to a strain on Harry's relationships with his close friends.
Harry's revelations in his autobiography, as well as his discussions with Oprah, led to criticism from some of his close mates, who questioned his decision to speak about his family in the media. Harry defended his actions by comparing them to the longstanding tradition of his family and their staff briefing the press and planting stories. The only difference, he argued, was that he and Meghan were more upfront about it.
These claims and revelations cast a light on the complexities of Harry's transformation and his evolving relationships with friends and family.
