Prince Harry has been described as a “decent man” by his former priest, Canon Angela Tilby, in a sermon recently published. Tilby, who served as a spiritual guide to the Duke of Sussex during his time at Eton in 2002, expressed her views on Harry’s current situation and the impact of his past trauma in an article for Church Times. She also reflected on her memories of Harry during his teenage years and the loss of his mother, Princess Diana.
In her article, Tilby shared, “I grieve for that ginger-topped teenager I once preached to,” highlighting her emotional connection to Harry from their time together. She went on to say, “I believe that he is a decent man. But, so far, he has found no way to switch off the trauma in his head.”
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Tilby suggested that Harry’s current struggles are deeply tied to the “grievous trauma” he experienced after his mother’s tragic death and the harrowing image of walking behind her coffin at her funeral. The priest explained, “He has found no way to switch off the trauma in his head,” implying that these painful memories have shaped much of Harry’s behavior and choices in adulthood.
Tilby defended both Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, in the face of the sharp criticism they have faced in the media, calling the public backlash “vulgar and cruel.” Despite her sympathy for Harry, she acknowledged that some of his current challenges were now largely a result of his own actions.
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Reflecting on Harry’s memoir Spare, Tilby noted that the book may have exacerbated his estrangement from his family. She suggested that the memoir, which delves into his personal life and experiences within the royal family, had only “worsened his alienation from his family.”
The priest’s comments provide a complex view of Prince Harry, offering both support for the Duke’s struggles while recognizing that some of his current situation is self-inflicted. As Harry continues to navigate life outside the royal family, his past trauma and the consequences of his recent actions remain key factors in his ongoing journey.
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