Duke of Sussex Faces Backlash Over Timing of Spare Paperback Launch
Prince Harry has ignited fresh controversy with the re-release of his memoir, Spare, which is set to coincide with King Charles and Queen Camilla’s royal tour of Australia and Samoa in October. The timing of the paperback edition, scheduled for October 22, has raised eyebrows, particularly as it falls during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, where King Charles is expected to be present.
GB News's Royal Correspondent Cameron Walker highlighted the potential implications on The Royal Record podcast, questioning whether the release could distract from the King’s work at CHOGM. However, it was confirmed that the paperback version would not include any new chapters or revelations, a move seen by some as an olive branch from Prince Harry.
Digital Royal Editor Svar Nanan-Sen noted the significance of the release date, pointing out that it coincides with a major royal event, although the lack of new content may reduce its impact. This contrasts with a recent decision by Sarah, Duchess of York, who withdrew from an Australian event to avoid overshadowing the King’s tour.
As the date approaches, the overlap between the memoir’s release and the royal tour continues to spark debate, with observers closely watching the potential fallout from this latest chapter in the ongoing royal saga.
