**Prince Harry Faces Backlash Over Comments About Princess Catherine: Royal Family Rift Deepens**
*Published Oct. 2, 2025, 3:06 p.m. ET*
Prince Harry is under fire for remarks he made about Princess Catherine, with royal commentators telling RadarOnline.com that Prince William may never forgive his younger brother for targeting his wife. These claims are featured in Channel 5’s new documentary, *Prince Harry: My Terrible Year*, which explores both Harry’s professional setbacks and his strained family relationships.
### “A Betrayal That Can’t Be Undone”
The documentary includes insights from royal biographers and analysts who argue that the Duke of Sussex’s comments about Catherine have deepened family divisions beyond repair. One royal commentator said:
> “For William, Harry crossed a line that can’t be undone – he tore down Catherine for financial gain he wasn’t desperate for. That sort of betrayal leaves a lasting wound.”
Royal biographer Ingrid Seward harshly criticized Harry for overstepping boundaries regarding Princess Kate, saying in the documentary:
> “He rubbished Kate for money he didn’t even need – that will not be easily forgiven.”
Seward’s comments reference allegations Harry has made against his brother and Princess Catherine in recent years, allegations that palace insiders say have intensified rifts within the royal family.
### Struggles Beyond Royal Duties
Harry has publicly claimed that Kate made Meghan Markle cry during pre-wedding preparations and revealed that he and Prince William had a physical fight over remarks made about his wife.
This criticism arises amid ongoing scrutiny of Harry, 41, and Meghan Markle, 44, whose shift from royal life to media ventures has delivered mixed results. Their Netflix deal, originally valued at $100 million, has produced projects that have failed to meet expectations.
One analyst noted:
> “They see themselves as highly talented, but the truth is Harry’s identity came from being a royal and Meghan’s from her acting career. Beyond that, their appeal is quite restricted.”
### Netflix Projects Fail to Impress
Harry’s recent Netflix polo documentary, intended as an intimate look at his favorite sport, was widely panned by critics. *The Guardian* called it “boring,” *Decider* branded it “a dull indulgence,” and other reviews described it as “tedious.”
A source familiar with the production revealed:
> “Harry believed people were truly interested in his story, but in fact the draw was always the revelations. Once those weren’t there, the show didn’t land.”
The documentary’s viewership fell far short of projections, casting doubt on the sustainability of the Sussexes’ streaming partnership.
Meanwhile, Meghan’s lifestyle series *With Love, Meghan* performed only marginally better, drawing 5.3 million viewers worldwide and ranking just 383rd globally.
Critics were equally unforgiving. *Variety* described the show as “an ego trip not worth taking,” while *The Economist* dismissed it as “out of touch with the times.”
### Tensions With the Royal Family Deepen
The Channel 5 documentary also covers the personal consequences of Harry’s choices, including his absence from key royal events and his declining popularity in Britain. Recent polls place the Duke consistently among the least favored royal family members.
A royal insider commented:
> “Each time Harry has gone public, particularly when Catherine was drawn in, it’s pushed him further from William. For William, criticism of his wife crosses a line, which is why forgiving him seems out of reach.”
The program links these tensions to the Sussexes’ focus on media perception. Commentators describe Harry as “thin-skinned” and very sensitive to criticism, while Meghan’s efforts to control their public narrative have sometimes backfired.
Despite the glamorous public image the couple projects and their high-profile deals in the U.S., analysts in the documentary conclude that their media endeavors have struggled to meet expectations — leaving Harry isolated from his family and under increasing pressure to justify his next move.
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