Prince Harry faced accusations of “diva-like behavior” after joking about phones at a London awards ceremony. The Duke of Sussex surprised guests with a keynote at the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards. However, his comments about audience members filming him drew criticism from an unnamed source. The exchange prompted laughter before he resumed discussing sustainable tourism. Meanwhile, the source argued that the moment risked making the royal appear entitled, despite his apparently playful delivery.
Prince Harry’s behavior at London event ‘made him look entitled,’ per source
According to RadarOnline’s report, Prince Harry’s remarks came as guests filmed his arrival. Organizers dated the London ceremony to November 4 at the Old Royal Naval College. As Harry stepped onstage, he said, “All I can see is phones.” He then added, “You guys, literally he just talked about it,” referencing an earlier speaker. However, the audience responded with laughter. He represented Travalyst at the 25th Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards.
Meanwhile, an unnamed source told RadarOnline that “some saw that as rather diva-like behavior.” The insider acknowledged, “Harry appeared to be joking, and people laughed along.” Still, they described an “uneasy relationship with public attention.” They added, “He wants people to listen to his message,” but cannot control the audience’s response. Furthermore, the source claimed the moment “risks making him look entitled, even when he’s trying to be funny.” They said, “Harry clearly wanted the focus to be on sustainable travel rather than his celebrity status.” The criticism remained the source’s interpretation, not an official complaint.
Afterward, Harry resumed his message about responsible tourism and the protection of communities. “I started Travalyst because I believe deeply in travel as a force for good,” he said. Moreover, he warned that if tourism fails local communities, “eventually it stops working for everyone.” Wanderlust also joined Travalyst’s Affiliate Network. Additionally, the duke presented Germany with a sustainability award. Separately, he and Meghan Markle were scheduled to visit Brussels on November 10 for discussions on children’s online safety.
