Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to make their first UK visit since stepping back as senior royals next month, bringing their children Lilibet and Archie for the first time. Since moving to California, the couple has pursued numerous television projects. Following their departure from royal duties, they gave a tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey and released a six-part Netflix series, Harry and Meghan. Meghan, 44, launched her unsuccessful lifestyle Netflix series With Love, Meghan alongside her homeware brand, and made guest appearances including on Australian MasterChef.
Harry's Embarrassing TV Moment
Prince Harry has followed Meghan's path into television, but one moment stands out as particularly regrettable: his appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in December 2025. During the segment, Harry auditioned for the role of a Christmas prince in a fictional Hallmark movie, quipping, "I'll record a self-tape, I'll fly myself to an audition, settle a baseless lawsuit with the White House - all the things you people in TV do." He then grabbed host Stephen Colbert's face and leaned in for a dramatic kiss, sparking widespread backlash.
Comparison with Prince William
In contrast, Prince William demonstrated a more appropriate public engagement earlier this year when he joined BBC Radio 1 presenter Greg James on a 630-mile tandem bike ride for Comic Relief. William pedalled for roughly 30 minutes through South Yorkshire, playfully teasing James along the way. According to the article, William's approach shows how to "perfectly toe the line in public settings," while Harry's antics have brought embarrassment to the royal family.
The Duke of Sussex has also made other TV appearances, including on The Late Late Show with James Corden and cameos in Meghan's cooking show. However, the Colbert sketch is deemed the most cringe-worthy. The article concludes that Harry's UK visit may help him see the error of his ways, but recovery seems challenging.
