Prince Harry Secures Historic Apology and Payout Over Privacy Breach
Prince Harry has achieved a landmark victory in his battle for media accountability, successfully securing a historic apology from News Group Newspapers (NGN), the publisher of *The Sun*, for their unlawful intrusion into his and his late mother Princess Diana’s private lives.
NGN issued a "full and unequivocal apology," acknowledging the distress their actions caused and the impact it had on Harry’s personal relationships, friendships, and family dynamics. Alongside the apology, they agreed to pay substantial damages to the Duke of Sussex.
This settlement marks a major milestone in Harry’s ongoing fight to hold the media accountable for unethical practices. The Duke asserted that his mother, Princess Diana, was likely one of the earliest targets of NGN’s unlawful information-gathering, with evidence suggesting her communications were hacked.
The apology comes 27 years after Princess Diana’s tragic death in a Paris car crash at the age of 36. It is also accompanied by a commitment to compensate Harry, with legal fees for both parties reportedly totaling £10 million, according to the BBC.
Harry’s lawyer, David Sherborne, described the resolution as a "monumental victory," highlighting its significance in exposing and addressing past wrongdoings by the press.
The settlement was reached just over 24 hours before the case was set to go to trial. Sources close to the matter revealed that NGN was "surprised" by Harry’s determination to resolve the case swiftly and decisively.
This apology reflects Prince Harry’s continued efforts to honor his mother’s legacy and confront the harm caused by invasive media practices. By securing this public acknowledgment and significant payout, Harry reinforces his commitment to protecting his family’s privacy and holding the media accountable for their actions.
This resolution stands as a powerful statement in the broader fight against media intrusion, further solidifying the Duke of Sussex’s role as a vocal advocate for accountability and change in the media landscape.
