In a candid moment, Hugh Grant voiced his opinion on the recent royal family drama during an appearance on Andy Cohen’s SiriusXM show, "Radio Andy." The charismatic British actor expressed his full support for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, defending the couple’s decision to step back from their royal duties. It’s the kind of heartfelt endorsement that feels both genuine and necessary in the midst of all the speculation swirling around the royal family.
Hugh Grant Takes a Stand for Harry and Meghan
“I’m rather on Harry’s side, I have to say,” the 59-year-old actor shared with Andy Cohen, who is 51, as they delved into the explosive news on Monday, January 13. Grant went on to explain, “The tabloid press effectively murdered his mother [Princess Diana], and now they’re tearing his wife to pieces.”
As fans recall, Harry, 35, addressed the tragic death of his mother, Princess Diana, in an ITV News interview in October 2019. The prince opened up about how painful it was to watch his wife Meghan, 38, endure relentless criticism from the press, much like his mother did before her untimely passing in 1997. Diana tragically died in a car accident while being pursued by relentless paparazzi.
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“I think being part of this family, in this role and this job, every single time I see a camera, every single time I hear a click, every single time I see a flash, it takes me straight back,” Harry confessed. “So in that respect, it’s the worst reminder of her life as opposed to the best.”
Grant’s Perspective: Protecting Family
Given Hugh Grant’s own history of dealing with the press, it’s no surprise he quickly rallied to defend the Duke of Sussex and his wife. “I think, as a man, it’s [Harry’s] job to protect his family, so I’m with him,” the "Notting Hill" star explained to Andy Cohen. Grant’s support for the couple, who married in May 2018 and welcomed their son Archie in May 2019, is both timely and heartfelt.
Grant’s message of support came on the same day that Queen Elizabeth convened a meeting with other members of the royal family to discuss Harry and Meghan’s future. Following the summit, the 93-year-old monarch issued a statement endorsing her grandson’s decision.
“Today my family had very constructive discussions on the future of my grandson and his family,” the Queen announced. “My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghan’s desire to create a new life as a young family. Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family.”
Archie’s Influence on the Decision
While rumors abound about the real reasons behind Meghan and Harry’s decision to step back from their roles, a source close to the couple revealed that their son Archie is their top priority. “Moving to Canada is definitely an option for Harry and Meghan,” the insider told Closer. “They’ve been considering it for a while and loved the time they spent in Vancouver over the holidays!”
The source added, “They’d also be able to give Archie a more normal upbringing in Canada, away from the media circus in London, which is a priority for the royal couple.” It’s a move that could allow Harry and Meghan to carve out a new chapter for their family, focused on creating a stable and nurturing environment for their young son.
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