In a deeply emotional segment on Princess Andre's ITV series, Junior Andre bravely addressed the 'disgusting and abusive' online comments targeted at his disabled brother, Harvey. The poignant moment unfolded during the second series premiere of 'The Princess Diaries,' which aired on Sunday night, offering viewers an intimate look into the lives of the famous siblings.
A Sibling Outing Captured on Camera
The episode featured Princess, aged 18, embarking on a day out with her two older brothers, Junior, 20, and Harvey, 23. This marked Harvey's first appearance on the series, as he did not feature in the initial season. The trio planned a train journey, a simple pleasure that Harvey particularly enjoys due to his fascination with locomotives.
Princess explained to the camera, 'Today is going to be quite a fun day. We're going to take Harvey on the train because he loves trains, so this is going to be a cute little day out.' She added, 'I feel like we don't do it enough,' highlighting the special nature of the sibling bonding experience.
Junior's Heartfelt Confession About Online Harassment
During a candid piece to camera, Junior became visibly emotional as he discussed the impact of the abuse Harvey faces because of his disabilities. Harvey, who is the son of Katie Price and former partner Dwight Yorke, lives with Prader-Willi Syndrome, septo-optic dysplasia—which causes blindness—and autism.
Junior revealed, 'Harvey is the best person, so it's sad when people have horrible things to say. He gets so many abusive, disgusting comments online.' He expressed concern that Harvey cannot defend himself against such vitriol, though he noted, 'The good thing is he won't read it. But for those around him, it's not nice at all.' Junior concluded with a touching sentiment, 'He is surrounded by love; love is all he knows.'
Princess on Harvey's Progress and Their Support System
Princess also shared insights into Harvey's development and how she and Junior have learned to support him. She remarked, 'A few years ago, me and Junior would not have been able to take Harvey out without mum being there. Now he's gone to a residential school, I feel like he's been disciplined a lot more. I think he understands a bit more how to communicate with his emotions.'
She detailed some of Harvey's triggers, such as loud noises like doors banging or situations involving food. Princess explained their collaborative approach, 'Once he does kick off, you need a lot of strength and you need to learn how to talk to him to help him calm down. With me, I'm good at the talking and kind of relaxing him, whereas Junior is a lot better at the physical side of it. Honestly, we work well as a team.'
Princess Andre's Personal Reflections
Beyond the focus on Harvey, the episode delved into Princess's personal life, particularly her views on dating. During a dinner with Heidi, the 18-year-old daughter of Kerry Katona, Princess opened up about her cautious approach to relationships, influenced by her mother's tumultuous love life.
Princess stated, 'I think about my mum; she's had so many people do her wrong. It's an eye-opener, and so my guard is up. I don't want another relationship yet; I want to be confident in myself first. It would have to be something very special for me to be open about it and post about it.' Katie Price, 47, has been married four times and engaged nine times, most recently to entrepreneur Lee Andrews after a whirlwind one-week romance.
Princess also discussed trust issues with friends since gaining more public attention, saying, 'I don't trust anyone. Since people have known I've been filming for season two, I have had a lot of people message me saying 'let's hang out' or 'we should be friends.' I don't want friends like that!' However, she emphasized her close bond with Heidi, describing them as like sisters due to their shared experiences growing up with famous parents.
Family Dynamics and Surprising Revelations
In related news, Princess and Junior recently disclosed that they learned about their mother's engagement to Lee Andrews via text message, adding another layer to the family's complex dynamics. This revelation underscores the challenges of navigating personal and public life under constant media scrutiny.
The episode ultimately served as a powerful platform for raising awareness about disability and the harmful effects of online abuse, while also providing a glimpse into the Andre siblings' supportive relationships and individual journeys.
