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Live coverage of the fallout from revelations by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as the interview airs on UK television | Live coverage of the fallout from revelations by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as the interview airs on UK television |
The Duchess refutes allegations that she instigated the exit from the royal family. She said she left her career and life for Prince Harry because she loves him. | |
[] If you want to talk to someone about the issues raised, you can call the UK Samaritans Helpline on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org. | |
Prince Harry says his “grandmother has been amazing throughout” and royal family were welcoming of his wife initially but things changed after the Australia tour. | |
He also admits to having watched some of The Crown series. | |
Prince Harry said it “hurts” that no-one from the royal family spoke out against media coverage of his wife. | |
Prince Harry said he was in a “dark place” after his wife confided to him about her mental health. | |
He described the royal family as a “trapping environment” and felt ashamed at seeking help from them. | |
Prince Harry added: “My biggest concern was history repeating itself. | |
“And what I was seeing was history repeating itself.” | |
But he said this time it was “far more dangerous” compared to his mother’s situation, taking into account the race and social media dimensions. | |
Prince Harry denies claims that he “blindsided” the Queen and suggests the story may have emanated from the royal family. | |
He said his father stopped taking his calls and asked him to set out his plan in writing. | |
Prince Charles has yet to respond to the comments. | |
On why he left the UK, Prince Harry said: “Lack of support. And lack of understanding.” | |
Worth reiterating that this is only one side of the story and we have yet to hear from the Palace. | |
Prince Harry says they both went to all the places to seek help from the royal family but did not receive it. | |
On stepping back from royal duties, The Duchess said: “We are in a lot of pain. We want to take a breath.” | |
Prince Harry says the couple were told at short notice their security was going to be removed while they stayed in Canada, “their justification was a change in status”. | |
Prince Harry has joined the interview to disclose that the couple will be having a girl which is due this summer. | |
The Duchess accuses the royal family of playing an “active role in perpetuating falsehoods about us” and that she will not be afraid of speaking out. | |