Prince Harry is expected to make a rare television appearance in the coming weeks, just before his scheduled trip to the UK. The Duke of Sussex will appear on the Fox show After Hours with James Corden, which covers the latest news from the FIFA World Cup alongside football stars. The announcement was made by Corden on a recent episode of the programme.
In a clip from the show, Corden sat with former England footballer Rio Ferdinand and others, ranking well-known figures named Harry, including Prince Harry, Harry Styles, and Harry Potter. Corden then said: "Prince Harry is coming on the show in a few weeks' time, and we'll discuss this then."
Harry's UK Trip and Security Concerns
Harry will travel to the UK in mid-July for a special event marking the one-year countdown to the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham. However, the trip has been overshadowed by security concerns. Harry has criticised the UK government for not providing him and his family with police protection during the visit. He submitted an official request for taxpayer-funded security, but reports suggest it has been denied.
A spokesperson for Harry said: "We are exploring every option available to enable the visit to proceed safely." The security issues have cast doubt on whether his wife Meghan and their children Archie and Lilibet will join him as initially planned.
King Charles' Accommodation Offer
King Charles has reportedly offered Harry accommodation in a royal residence for the visit, but Harry has yet to accept, leaving the monarch frustrated. A royal source said: "Buckingham Palace is still waiting for the Duke's decision. It is incredibly frustrating given arrangements need to be made to facilitate any guest of the King's accepting an invitation to visit a royal residence."
Harry's spokesperson responded: "Safe accommodation is only one element of an effective protective security plan because risk follows the person, not the place. The issue has never been accommodation. The issue is whether appropriate and proportionate protective security is being provided throughout the entirety of the visit."
Harry's Turmoil
A source close to the Sussexes said Harry is finding the planning for his trip very difficult, as he wants to bring his family but is concerned about their safety. The source added: "Harry is devastated and in absolute turmoil over this decision. He is incredibly frustrated at the lack of action from the Home Office and its delay in making a decision. He has blamed dark forces for stopping his family coming to the UK and arranging to see the King. Everything is very much up in the air."
