Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been quick to dispel rumors swirling about their marriage, with the Duke issuing a fresh statement hours after he addressed the speculation during his appearance at the New York Times 2024 Deal Book Summit.
Talking with The NYT To columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin, Harry brought his trademark humor to the topic, debunking the public’s unbridled curiosity about their relationship.
In response to questions about why he and Meghan often attend events separately, he said:
“Apparently, we’ve bought or moved houses 10, 12 times. We’ve also gotten divorced apparently 10, 12 times. So it’s just like that, huh?”
The prince’s light-hearted response highlighted his frustration with wild stories about his private life, no doubt the Sussexes remain united despite the constant chatter.
Harry dealt with media scrutiny and relentless speculation about his personal life during his appearance at the New York Times 2024 Deal Book Summit on Wednesday.
In a one-on-one interview with columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin, the Duke of Sussex addressed the constant gossip about his marriage and lifestyle.
With his signature wit, Harry remarked, “Apparently, we’ve bought or moved houses 10, 12 times. We’ve also apparently been divorced 10, 12 times. So it’s just like that, huh?”
He added, “It’s hard to live with, but that’s why you ignore it. The people I feel the most sorry for are the trolls.
Their hopes just build and build, and it’s like, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah,’ and then it doesn’t happen. So I pity them. Honestly, I do.”
Following the event, the Sussexes released a statement on their official website, sussex.com, highlighting the topics that Harry addressed during the summit.
“Earlier today, The Duke of Sussex participated in a powerful one-on-one interview with Andrew Ross Sorkin at The New York Times’ annual Deal Book Summit,” the statement read.
Duke highlighted the global implications of distorted narratives and emphasized the critical role of media platforms – both traditional and social – in protecting consumers and promoting accurate, responsible discourse.
Harry’s comments underscore his continued commitment to addressing the mental health crisis and advocating for a more accountable media landscape.