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Prince Harry’s spokesperson has vehemently dismissed claims from a new biography, which alleges Queen Camilla remarked he had been “brainwashed” by his wife Meghan, as a “deranged conspiracy.”
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been largely estranged from the British royal family since stepping back from official duties in 2020 and relocating to California, yet their lives continue to draw significant global attention.
Extracts from author Tom Bower‘s latest book, serialised in The Times newspaper, suggest that tensions between the couple and other royals began shortly after their high-profile 2018 wedding.
Bower, known for his royal biographies, claims Harry and Meghan are now barely on speaking terms with the wider family, with Harry having rarely seen his father, King Charles, in recent years.
The book further alleges that Harry’s elder brother, Prince William, and his wife Catherine, were reportedly alarmed by Meghan’s influence and viewed her as a threat. It is within this context that Camilla, the King’s wife, is quoted as telling a friend: “Meghan’s brainwashed Harry.”
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The biography claims Camilla told a friend Harry had been ‘brainwashed’ by Meghan (Andrew Matthews/PA) (PA Wire)
The biography also details Harry’s alleged shock at the downfall of his uncle, Prince Andrew, who lost his titles and residence due to his association with convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Harry reportedly feared his brother would similarly “banish” him.
Andrew was arrested last month on suspicion of misconduct in public office before later being released on bail.
In a notably strong rebuke, a spokesperson for Prince Harry and Meghan stated that Bower’s commentary had “long crossed the line from criticism into fixation.”
The statement added: “Those interested in facts will look elsewhere; those seeking deranged conspiracy and melodrama know exactly where to find him.”
Buckingham Palace declined to comment on behalf of King Charles and Queen Camilla regarding the claims. Representatives for Prince William and Catherine offered no immediate statement.