An expert says Prince Harry completely misjudged his place in the Royal Family, failing to cultivate the support role that could have made him invaluable to the monarchy. Though he often saw himself as overshadowed by Prince William, a different outlook may have helped him thrive.
Princess Anne’s Wisdom Could Have Reshaped His Path
According to royal commentator Jennie Bond, Prince Harry had a golden opportunity to cultivate his own path, had he accepted the wise counsel of his aunt, Princess Anne. The expert says that Anne, despite being a second-born royal herself, embraced her position with loyalty and strength.
“She could have told her nephew that seeing himself as ‘second fiddle’ was not the way forward,” the expert says. “Instead, Anne has shown how a younger sibling can become a vital support system for the monarch — a confidant, a trusted ally, and someone who helps maintain the strength of the Crown.”
No Going Back After ‘Spare,’ Expert Says
Bond notes that the idea of Prince Harry returning to a working royal role is now unlikely. “While Princess Anne could have guided him, the truth is, Prince Harry has made it abundantly clear — especially in Spare — that he no longer wants any part in royal duties,” the expert says.
“She may have been the perfect mentor, but sadly, the opportunity has passed. And to someone like Anne, loyalty means everything,” she continued. “After the release of Spare and the criticism leveled at his father and brother, I believe she finds it difficult to forgive such actions.”
Loyalty vs. Public Statements
The expert says that Prince Harry's public revelations in Spare have caused damage that may be irreversible. While some expected the King to seek Anne’s counsel, Bond doubts she’d get involved in Harry’s royal fallout. “Anne likely views his actions as a betrayal of the very values she holds dear,” she explained.
Prince Harry’s Missed Opportunity to Cultivate His Purpose
With Spare framing his personal journey as one of rejection and resentment, many now see how Prince Harry could have taken a different route. The expert says his story could have been about resilience and royal contribution, had he chosen to cultivate his role rather than abandon it.
Ultimately, the expert says this is a cautionary tale — not just about family rifts, but about lost chances to cultivate something meaningful within a centuries-old institution. Whether or not Prince Harry ever reconsiders remains to be seen.
