Prince Harry has recently come under fire for what some see as a failure to maintain a respectful and dignified silence, especially in relation to his ongoing affairs and decisions affecting his family. This criticism was highlighted by royal commentator Lee Cohen, who expressed concern about the Duke of Sussex’s actions and the potential repercussions for him during a recent interview with GB News.
Cohen, known for his insights on royal issues, particularly those that intersect with international relations, specifically addressed the complications that arose from Prince Harry’s application for residency in the United States. The discussion delved into several dimensions of Harry’s decision to settle abroad, which has been a contentious issue both publicly and presumably within the royal family as well.
During their conversation about GB News, Cohen expressed concern about potential negative reactions from Americans toward Prince Harry. These concerns arise from the perception that the duke, in publicly airing private matters and so visibly pursuing personal interests, may not be fully aligned with traditional expectations of royal conduct that prioritize discretion and duty.
While Mr. Cohen admits: “Harry is free to live wherever he wants, but it’s really amazing.” “It is astonishing that a blood prince has declared residency in another country, my country, and has no domicile in the land of his birth, and has even considered taking citizenship in a foreign country.”
“If Harry did not feel inclined to royal service, all he had to do was withdraw and maintain a dignified and respectful silence out of respect for his family,” after all. “Which is the family, which is part of a beloved millennial pillar of British society. “It’s not just any family.” In short, “he launched unforgivable public attacks on them, published in his memoirs and in the interviews that accompany them.”
The commenter’s comments reflect a broader debate about how members of the royal family, especially those like Prince Harry who have chosen a somewhat independent path, should interact with the public and manage their personal narratives. Cohen suggested that Prince Harry’s approach could alienate not only his family relationships but also the public in his adopted country, which may expect a certain level of decorum and reticence from royal figures.
Additionally, the interview highlighted the delicate balance Prince Harry must navigate as he attempts to forge a new life in a different cultural and media landscape, while maintaining ties to his heritage and his official royal duties. The criticism points to a fundamental tension in Harry’s current situation: the challenge of integrating into American society with its distinct values and expectations, while respecting the norms and traditions of his British royal background.
