Prince Harry has been branded the 'King of TV chaos' after a chaotic live appearance on British television last week. The Duke of Sussex, who returned to the UK to launch the one-year countdown for the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027, joined This Morning presenter Alison Hammond for an interview that quickly descended into anarchy.
Laser tag and a hug
The segment kicked off with Harry and Hammond playing a round of laser tag, with the royal throwing protocol out the window. After winning, a jubilant Harry celebrated by hugging the host and jumping up and down live on air. Critics were quick to label him the 'King of TV chaos.'
Unexpected invitation
The interaction took an unexpected turn when Harry revealed that his children, Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, are massive fans of Hammond. She then invited the Duke to her home in Birmingham, prompting Harry to go bright red and stammer, 'Uh, maybe.' When she offered a meal of ackee and saltfish, Harry replied, 'Alright, let me think about it.' Hammond laughed, 'I'll go and get everything ready at the house, a little tidy up, bleach my toilets,' to which Harry joked, 'Why do you need to tidy up? I'll come and bleach your toilets.'
Divided viewer reactions
The bizarre crossover drew intense scrutiny on social media. One ITV viewer said: 'Alison Hammond was actually doing so well there with a serious interview, and then she suddenly reverted to type, asked Harry round to her house, and made it all about her.' Another added: 'Prince Harry must be thinking wtaf?' A third commented: 'You know that he isn't coming to do your toilets right, Alison… right?' However, some praised Harry's approachable nature, calling Hammond 'just brilliant' for bringing out a relatable side to the royal.
Rare family update
During the chat, Harry also shared a rare update about his family. When asked about Meghan and their children, he said: 'They don't tell me every day that they're proud of me, but yeah, I'm proud of them. I love my family.' The interview has left the public sharply divided, with some criticizing the chaos and others welcoming a more down-to-earth royal.
