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Prince Harry Faces Backlash Over Controversial Interviews
Prince Harry is facing a wave of criticism after a series of controversial interviews with American media.
His popularity has taken a hit following the bombshell Oprah Winfrey interview he did alongside Meghan Markle, leading to a decline in support from both American and British audiences.
Charlie Ray, former Royal Editor at The Sun, expressed his disappointment, stating that Harry, who was once seen as a hero in Britain, has now become a zero in the eyes of many.
A recent poll revealed that 54% of people wish he would stop speaking out.
Radio host Kevin O'Sullivan highlighted the plummeting popularity of Harry and Meghan on both sides of the Atlantic.
He pointed out that Harry made a serious error by questioning America's First Amendment, which guarantees freedom of speech.
Americans are not receptive to outsiders criticizing their country, and Harry's remarks have not been well-received.
Social media has been abuzz with Americans urging him to return to his home country if he is not satisfied with the U.S.
The backlash against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is evident in the UK as well, with a Newsweek poll showing that more than half of Britons want to hear less from the couple.
Particularly among older demographics, there is a strong desire to reduce coverage of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
A significant portion of the public disapproves of Harry discussing his royal upbringing publicly, indicating a growing discontent with his behavior.
In the U.S., Prince Harry faced further criticism after he referred to the First Amendment as “bonkers” during a podcast with Dax Shepard.
Sean Hannity, a prominent news anchor, did not hold back in his condemnation of Harry, labeling him a nuisance.
Amber Athey, Washington editor of the Spectator U.S., echoed the sentiment, urging the UK to take back Prince Harry.
Meghan McCain, co-host of The View, emphasized the importance of respecting the First Amendment, reminding Harry of the freedoms offered by the U.S.
Following the Oprah Winfrey interview in March, public opinion in the U.S. has soured towards Harry and Meghan.
A YouGov poll revealed that a significant portion of Americans did not sympathize with the couple's decision to step back from the royal family.
Negative perceptions of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have risen, with unfavorable ratings increasing compared to the previous year.
The couple's actions and statements have sparked controversy and divided opinions on both sides of the Atlantic, leading to a decline in their public image.