In a recent interview with Variety, West discussed how the way in which Harry narrated certain childhood incidents affected the way in which he portrayed emotionally charged father-son interactions between Charles and Harry in the sixth and forthcoming season of the program. In particular, West said that Harry's recollection of learning of Princess Diana's passing when still a young child influenced the way he and his scene partner acted out breaking the devastating news.
"I bought it immediately, and I think it did slightly affect the way we played that key scene where he wakes Harry up," West explains. The Duke of Sussex said in his memoir, "Pa didn't hug me. He was not very good at expressing feelings in everyday situations. However, he did place his hand on my knee once more and assured me that everything would be well.
To fully immerse himself in his subject's world and character, West went beyond poring over archival video and delving into archives to visit crucial Royal estates and places that were significant to Charles.
"Since I started the job, I've read every journalistic or newspaper article about him," West went on.
"In a sense, it was a gift that he was in the news every day while ascending to the throne — similar to becoming agitated by the fountain pen," West said. "I tried to get those little tells in this guy's cold, formal exterior."
