Omid Scobie, a royal expert and close associate of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, has made startling claims in the wake of Prince Harry’s recent interview.
The author of “Endgame” arrived on Xpreviously on Twitter, to share his views: “The abuse, suffering and criminal acts that several British newspapers have inflicted on innocent people from all walks of life should have led to them being shut down.”
She added: “Instead, victims are quietly paid while atrocious practices continue in the shadows. The industry needs a reset.”
Prince Harry, who has been involved in legal battles against British tabloids, said his “mission” against them partly contributed to his rift with the royal family. The duke has launched several legal proceedings against these tabloids, accusing them, along with other public figures, of illegally gathering information.
Beyond the legal proceedings, Harry has expressed anger at the media’s treatment of his wife, Meghan Markle. He believes the tabloids are largely responsible for the intense scrutiny and negative coverage she has faced.
Harry has also blamed the press for the death of his mother, Princess Diana, who died in a car crash in Paris in 1997 while being pursued by paparazzi.
Scobie’s comments highlight the tension between the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and the British media. His call to reset the tabloid industry underlines the seriousness of the allegations and the need for significant changes to address issues of privacy and ethical journalism.
As Prince Harry continues his fight against what he sees as intrusive and harmful practices by tabloids, the conversation about media ethics and responsibility remains as relevant as ever.