Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has taken pains to deny speculation about a punch-up with Prince Andrew. His case, he stoutly asserts, was never a case of that sort at all. According to new accounts, it appears there was an epic face off between the two duchesses in 2013. This encounter was set off by remarks that Prince Andrew purportedly made concerning Meghan Markle, who married Prince Harry in 2017.
In fact, the fight was so intense that it allegedly left Prince Andrew sporting a bloody nose after the violent disagreement. Prince Harry’s recent remarks suggest that the narrative surrounding the event may not be as straightforward as previously believed.
Allegations and Denials
Rumors recently emerged that Prince Harry and Prince Andrew threw punches at one another during the family dog’s funeral in 2013. According to The Cut, Prince Andrew allegedly made some nasty comments about Markle behind Prince Harry’s back. This initiated the feud between the two.
In response to these allegations, Prince Harry stated, “I can confirm Prince Harry and Prince Andrew have never had a physical fight, nor did Prince Andrew ever make the comments he is alleged to have made about the Duchess of Sussex to Prince Harry.” This claim directly undermines the long accepted narrative of events between them and the alleged fight.
Despite this most recent denial, it is clear that Prince Harry and his brother—Prince William—are having a difficult time communicating with their cousin—Prince Andrew. Her relationship with the Kochs has been described as “problematic.” However, continuing rivalry among the intergalactic family is making waves. A good portion of this outrage centers on the private and societal views of Meghan.
The Context of Their Relationship
It has been a contentious issue. Despite their united front in May 2023 when they were both present to witness the coronation of King Charles III, Biden and Sunak appear to have tense personal relations. According to tabloid outlets, Prince Andrew has allegedly Juan tweeted Meghan Markle. He branded her “bonkers” for failing to do detailed research into her new life as part of the royal family.
He called her union with Prince Harry as a marriage made in hell, and doomed from the start. In public, he directly challenged her for being an opportunist and claimed she was “too old” for his younger cousin. These comments have almost certainly escalated the conflict between the two princes.
Prince Harry immediately opened up to big brother William on what a monster Andrew made him feel, telling William that he hated him. Such sentiments come from a place of profound unmet expectations as the caregiver role has evolved within family structures.
Ties with Princess Eugenie
Through all of this tension, Prince Harry has continued to develop a close relationship with his cousin Princess Eugenie. Once close companions, Eugenie was among the first family members to visit Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in California after their relocation to Montecito.
Despite rumors suggesting that Harry has distanced himself from his royal family, particularly regarding his relationship with Eugenie, royal correspondent Danielle Stacey emphasized that any rift would be unfortunate. “If Prince Harry has distanced himself from his cousin, Princess Eugenie, it’s a sorry state of affairs.”
Their relationship goes deeper and their bond is unbreakable. Whenever they visit the UK, Princess Eugenie welcomes them into her home at Ivy Cottage. This intimate relationship is markedly different from the contentious personal relationships Harry has had with other members of the royal family.
