Princess Delphine Sympathizes with ‘Traumatized’ Prince Harry Over Relentless Public Bullying
Avery Sinclair
Oh, this should be good. Belgium’s Princess Delphine recently weighed in on Prince Harry’s ongoing woes, claiming he’s left feeling “traumatized” and constantly bruised by public criticism. In an exclusive interview with Belgian radio station RTBF on May 12, Princess Delphine, who only officially claimed her royal lineage in 2020, explained why she sees Harry as a victim rather than a villain. According to People Magazine, she described Harry as someone who “has been dragged through the mud” by relentless tabloid coverage and online trolls.
Princess Delphine’s comments came shortly after Harry addressed the UK media’s treatment of himself and Meghan Markle in the third installment of his Spare podcast. While Harry recounted being called every name in the book by British tabloids, Delphine offered a supportive nod to his vulnerability. “He’s a brother I barely knew,” she remarked, “but I empathize deeply when I see him under fire.” Her remarks echo similar sentiments aired by royal commentator Omid Scobie in The Daily Beast, who pointed to the psychological toll of constant scrutiny on modern royals.
Delphine’s empathy is noteworthy given her own uphill battle for acceptance. She fought publicly for years to be recognized as the daughter of the late King Albert II, ultimately winning a landmark Belgian court case in 2020. Drawing parallels between her own sense of public rejection and Harry’s struggles, she suggested that enduring media-minded backlash can leave lasting scars.
Royal observers have mixed reactions. Some applaud Delphine for breaking protocol and offering solidarity. Others question whether it’s wise for one royal outsider to pile on sympathy when palace insiders have largely stayed silent. According to The Sun, Kensington Palace had no immediate comment, while a palace aide reportedly noted that “Harry’s mental health is a private matter.”
Princess Delphine also touched on the wider issue of social media vitriol aimed at anyone in the public eye. She pointed out that online platforms amplify every misstep, pushing public figures into an unending cycle of criticism. This criticism can morph into bullying, she warned, affecting not just reputation but personal well-being.
Despite her sympathies, Delphine made sure not to downplay Harry’s own agency. She acknowledged that the Duke of Sussex chose to step back from royal duties and the privileges that go with them, accepting that such a decision would spark controversy. Still, she insists that no one deserves to be “battered by headlines day after day.”
Whether this rare show of cross-royal solidarity moves the needle on public opinion is another matter. For now, Delphine’s candid support provides Harry with at least one high-profile ally beyond the Sussex camp. And if the British tabloids have taught us anything, it’s that even a royal olive branch can quickly turn into the next viral spat.
So there you have it – another round in the never-ending saga of Harry vs. the press. Nothing shocking here, folks. Let’s all act surprised.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, RTBF, The Sun, The Daily Beast
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