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Daily Mail
3 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Prince Harry sends letter to tattoo artist thanking him for his 'generosity' and 'skilful dodging of press questions' after going to New York parlour to film clip for Invictus Games
The Duke of Sussex thanked an American tattoo artist for his 'skilful dodging' of 'press questions' regarding his visit last year. Prince Harry, 40, took to East Side Ink in New York to film a sketch in which he appeared to be given a tattoo by American music star Jelly Roll, as part of the build-up to the Invictus Games in Canada. In the footage, thought to have been filmed in September last year, the Montecito-based father of two squealed as he sat in a chair and received a fake tattoo from the country musician. Now, East Side Ink owner Josh Lord has shared the personal letter that he received from Harry following his visit. The letter, shared via Instagram, read, 'Thank you so much for your generosity in offering us your space at East Side Ink for filming - it was incredibly kind, and I really enjoyed meeting you and learning more about the history of your shop. 'I also appreciated your artful handling of press questions regarding my visit, it means a lot and I was rather impressed by your skilful dodging! Well done. They'll be in shock when they see the final cut.' He concluded, 'Grateful for your partnership and support in service of the Invictus community. If you'd like to come to Vancouver in February, we'd love to have you!' Josh shared the letter alongside two photographs with Harry from his visit on Sunday, and added in the caption, 'Lord, Prince, and Jelly plus @ and @farmhandtattoo for @weareinvictusgames. 'Also my royal thank you letter named me as the skilful dodger, which is a pretty good nickname, really.' The light-hearted clip started with Prince Harry in the Lower East Side tattoo parlour with Jelly Roll. An excited Jelly Roll told the Duke: 'Do you know I could not believe it when they called me and told me Prince Harry wanted to get a tattoo today, and he wanted me to give him his first tattoo?' But a shocked Harry is quick to reply: 'No, no, no, why are you wearing a glove?', to which the singing star says: 'We're giving you a tattoo about the Invictus Games.' 'No, I came here to ask you to do the Invictus Games,' explained a surprised Harry. 'There's no tattoo in this. I can't get a tattoo.' But Jelly Roll is quick to come to a deal, saying: 'I'll play the Invictus Games. You just let me give you your first tattoo.' Eventually Harry is convinced and replies: 'Alright, screw it. Let's go! Let's do it. Where do you want it?' 'We got to go for the neck,' insisted the singer in the amusing clip. But the royal suggested: 'The neck? I was thinking like my lower back or my a***.' 'No, nobody wants to see your a***, Harry,' Jelly Roll is quick to fire back, adding: 'This is for the world. I'm thinking like, here, let me just show you.' The singer then 'tattoos' the Invictus Games logo onto the prince, as well his own name, to which a shocked Harry said: 'You put your name on my neck... are you serious? Oh s***.' Shared on X by the tournament's account, the caption for the video read: 'The most... inking of a deal in Invictus Games history. 'Watch when Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex meets @JellyRoll615 at East Side Ink Tattoo. Don't miss this duo reuniting in Vancouver #IG25 Closing Ceremony Feb 16. Get tickets before they sell out.' The tattoo parlour is renowned among celebrity circles, with the likes of 'Avengers' stars Chris Hemsworth, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans and Jeremy Renner all previously getting matching ink there. East Side Ink, which opened in 1992, describes itself as one of the oldest tattoo parlours in New York City. When it opened, the shop 'catered exclusively to bikers and hard-core body-art aficionados'. However, today it boasts of tattooing everyone from, 'neighbourhood punks to Oscar-Winning celebrities'. 'On any given day, you might find your favourite actor or musician getting tattooed right next to neighbourhood regulars,' the website states. The American tattoo artist said 'skilful dodger' was a 'pretty good nickname' in the post's caption The shop was listed as one of New York City's best tattoo parlours on Time Out's list for 2024. It comes after the love child of King Albert II of Belgium said she feels 'very sorry' for the Duke of Sussex. Princess Delphine, the result of an 18-year affair between the former monarch, 90, who abdicated in 2013, and Belgian aristocrat Sybille de Selys Longchamps, 83, commented on the British Royal Family in a new podcast episode. Talking in the It's Reigning Man with host Daniel Rosney, the 57-year-old said she follows Prince Harry's circumstances in the news because of her admiration for Princess Diana. 'Lady Diana was a part of my life when I was in England,' Delphine, who previously lived in London but has since relocated to Brussels, said, adding, 'She was just sunshine, in the news especially.' Delphine claimed that Diana's sudden death was complicated for Harry to process, and that speculation over his life since he left for Montecito with his former actress wife, Meghan Markle, counts as 'bullying'. Speaking in the podcast, Delphine said, 'I feel very sorry for Harry, because I think that was traumatic for him. 'I think Harry has suffered so much,' she said, continuing, 'He was traumatised, and it's coming out now. She added, 'I understand the guy. He's just traumatised, and so he's doing these things and everyone is just bullying him but not thinking about his trauma, and I just find it terrible.' For decades, the former King distanced himself from Princess Delphine and her mother to preserve his marriage. After Princess Delphine was born in 1968, the King initially remained in frequent contact with his child and her mother. But when Delphine reached her 16th birthday, the King began to distance himself. In 2013, the same year King Albert abdicated the throne due to health reasons and was succeeded by his son King Philippe, Princess Delphine launched a legal bid to be officially recognised as Albert's daughter - which she won in October 2020. Now Delphine has the right to bear the royal name de Saxe-Cobourg and is formally recognised as a member of the Belgian royal family as are her two children Princess Joséphine of Belgium and Prince Oscar of Belgium who she shares with partner James O'Hare. Speaking to Tatler in 2023, the princess, who is an artist, revealed her father's rejection when she was young still hurts, but added she doesn't blame him and holds no ill-will towards him. She argued that royal life is 'isolating' and she believed her father had been badly advised at the time. However, she said, 'You don't just have a child and kick it.' Reflecting on her seven-year legal battle, Delphine said the action she brought was not about money or status but 'principles'. Delphine has started attending royal engagements and said her relationship with her father has healed after years of bitterness.
New York Post
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Prince Harry thanks NYC tattoo artist for ‘handling of press' in personal letter: ‘Skillful dodging'
Prince Harry has sent an NYC tattoo artist a personal letter in which he thanked him for his 'handling of the press' following his visit to the ink parlor last year. The Duke of Sussex, 40, was spotted visiting East Side Ink — a high-end custom shop frequented by A-listers — in September 2024. It later emerged that while Harry didn't get any permanent artwork on his body during the brief visit, he did recruit Jelly Roll to headline the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. 6 Prince Harry has sent an NYC tattoo artist a personal letter in which he thanked him for his 'handling of the press' following his visit to the ink parlor last year. @joshualord/Instagram Now, more than 9 months since the 'Spare' author's visit, tattoo artist and parlor owner Joshua Lord has shared the sweet letter he had received from Harry's office in a post on Instagram. 'Dear Josh, thank you so much for your generosity in offering us your space at East Side Ink for filming,' the duke's letter began. 'It was incredibly kind, and I really enjoyed meeting you and learning more about the history of your shop.' In the letter, which was signed by the Invictus Games founder and dated October 17, 2024, Harry also praised Lord for his 'skillful dodging' of questions from the media. 6 Tattoo artist and parlor owner Joshua Lord has shared the sweet letter he had received from Harry's office. @joshualord/Instagram 6 The Duke of Sussex, 40, was spotted visiting East Side Ink alongside rapper Jelly Roll in September 2024. @joshualord/Instagram 'I also appreciated your artful handling of press questions regarding my visit, it means a lot and I was rather impressed by your skillful dodging! Well done.' 'They'll be in for a shock when they see the final cut,' Harry continued. 'Grateful for your partnership and support in service of the Invictus community.' The letter also included a personal invitation from Harry to the 2025 Invictus Games, which were held in February. 'If you'd like to come to Vancouver in February, we'd love to have you! All the best, Harry,' it concluded. 6 In September 2024, Harry and his security team were seen pulling up to the tattoo shop on the Lower East Side. © 6 During his visit, Harry recruited Jelly Roll to headline the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Invictus games In addition to a snap of the letter, Lord shared never-before-seen snaps of the duke during his visit to the tattoo parlor. Several images showed the exiled royal with rapper Jelly Roll, which Lord captioned, 'Lord, Prince and Jelly.' 'ALSO my Royal 'thank you' letter naming me as the Skilful Dodger, which is a pretty good nickname, really,' he added, aptly soundtracking the post to 'Royals' by singer Lorde. The tattooist did, however, make a slight blunder as he tagged the now-defunct @sussexroyal Instagram account, which Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, were forced to give up after quitting royal life in 2020. In September 2024, Harry and his security team were seen pulling up to the tattoo shop on the Lower East Side. 6 The duke got a fake tattoo in a skit with the 'Save Me' musician. Invictus games Management for East Side Ink — where stars like Robert Downey Jr. and Scarlett Johansson have gotten ink — was tight-lipped about the duke's visit at the time. 'I can't confirm or deny anything,' shop owner Josh Lord told The Post. 'We treat all our customers as if they were royal, because to us they are. We always honor their privacy.'
Fox News
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
King Charles ‘cautious and wary' of Prince Harry's latest attempt to mend royal rift: expert
King Charles III is said to be "cautious and wary" about his son's latest peace offering. The claim was made by British royals expert Hilary Fordwich following reports that Prince Harry is hopeful that the Invictus Games, which are taking place in his home country in 2027, will result in a warm reunion with the royal family, particularly with the monarch. "King Charles, while cautious and wary, might attend the Invictus Games," Fordwich told Fox News Digital. "But of course, he prefers all private matters to remain private. In addition, there are many conflicts with the royal schedule, let alone Queen Camilla's 80th birthday during the games." "For Harry, it's about what he can gain, while, for the royals, it's about what they have to lose," Fordwich claimed. "Harry wants to be included. He misses not only the U.K. but many aspects of royal privileges. However, he hasn't been successful in any of his endeavors. For the royals, more disclosures and scandals are concerning. They simply don't need… Harry around, particularly not Prince William, who is resolute regarding any reconciliation being a huge mistake." Fox News Digital reached out to Buckingham Palace and Archewell, which handles the offices of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, for comment. It's understood that sending invites to the Invictus Games is not Harry's responsibility, but up to the Invictus team. Still, it would be a heartfelt gesture for the king to support his younger son publicly. Talks of a royal reunion have been a hot topic since the recent "peace summit" took place. According to the Mail on Sunday, Meredith Maines, the Duke of Sussex's chief of staff and communications director, flew from California to London recently to meet with the king's communications secretary, Tobyn Andreae. Liam Maguire, who oversees the U.K. press for Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, was also present. Fox News Digital learned that Maines was in London to meet with the U.K.-based communications team, media, stakeholders and senior figures connected to Harry's patronages. It's understood that the visit was routine and part of ongoing planning and engagement. WATCH: PRINCE HARRY LOOKING TO RECONCILE WITH KING CHARLES, ROYAL FAMILY A source told the Mail on Sunday that the meeting was only the "first step towards reconciliation between Harry and his father, but at least it is a step in the right direction." "It was always the case that the Sussexes, who rely on their royal connections for the work they receive, were going to use the Invictus Games, an important military charity, to promote the idea of 'reconciliation,'" royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams explained to Fox News Digital. "No one can disagree with the theory of it, but the fact is that they have exploited their royal connections whilst trashing the family and making Queen Elizabeth's last years so difficult," Fitzwilliams claimed. "King Charles is in his late 70s and is battling cancer," he continued. "He also would like a relationship with the grandchildren he has hardly seen. Also, as monarch, he is commander in chief of the Armed Forces. Is it difficult, therefore, for him to refuse to attend the Games for personal reasons." Helen Helliwell, CEO of the Invictus Games in Birmingham, recently told People magazine that she also hopes members of the British royal family will be in attendance for the 2027 event. "We [would] be delighted if they came over for the year out and for the Games," she told the outlet. "We are so far out it's impossible for one individual to confirm their plans, but we would be delighted if the Duke were able to come." "I've seen the impact [of the Games]," Helliwell shared. "His passion is unsurpassed. He really brings a magical sparkle dust to his interactions, and there is a really special relationship with him and the community. So, we will be super excited to host him in Birmingham as well." Helliwell pointed out that the royals are "supporters of the Armed Forces." "We're two years away, and it's too soon to confirm who's going to be there," she said. "But obviously, we'd be delighted if members of the royal family were able to attend and would very much welcome their presence in a couple of years' time." Still, Fordwich pointed out that several senior royals reportedly don't trust the Duke of Sussex, 40. Since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's royal exit in 2020, the couple has publicly discussed their struggles with royal life in interviews and documentaries. Harry's 2023 memoir "Spare" also laid bare embarrassing details about the House of Windsor and shed light on his sibling rivalry with his brother Prince William, heir to the British throne. The royals never publicly commented on Harry's tell-all. But many experts believe they're still not over it and the damage it caused to the monarchy's reputation. "The major issue continues to be the lack of trust any of the senior royals can ever have in Harry," said Fordwich. "Time after time, he has rejected his family's values, he reveals private family matters, which is unprecedented, and, in general, has behaved in an abhorrent manner. For any family, such a betrayal would be hard to forgive, let alone having been part of such a highly sensitive environment." Fitzwilliams claimed that senior royals have been "keeping their guard up." "Trusting the Sussexes is out of the question," he claimed. "Reconciliation is desirable… [But] it is considered unlikely that William wants any contact. Turbulent times lie ahead." In May, Harry told the BBC that he wanted reconciliation, but that his father, 76, wouldn't speak to him. Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner claimed to Fox News Digital that as the king continues to battle cancer, his young grandchildren would be on his mind. "I feel King Charles would love to be involved with his American grandchildren, showing them Highgrove and Balmoral," he said. "I feel this is an opportunity not to be missed. It would make the legacy of the king complete to see his whole family united… It would also be a timely reminder for those seeking to rule the monarchy that Charles, as king, is still the supreme leader and makes his own decisions." "It is time for the king to make strong decisions that reflect the values of the oath he took to serve all people," Turner added. Still, British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital it would take a lot more than extending an olive branch to his father for Harry to win over the family. "He can start by being more self-aware – throw down his sword and end the family attacks for good," Chard suggested. "Showing some contrition wouldn't go amiss either. It also doesn't help that the Invictus Games fall on Queen Camilla's 80th birthday… Prince Harry needs to start building bridges if he wants to redeem himself. I am dubious… as he is contradictory. He constantly feels so hard done by." During his sit-down with the BBC, Harry admitted. "I don't know how much longer my father has," referring to his cancer diagnosis. "There's no point in continuing to fight anymore," he said.
Grazia USA
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Grazia USA
Prince Harry Receives Unforeseen Support From A European Royal
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex attends The Invictus Games Foundation 10th Anniversary Service at St Paul's Cathedral on May 8, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images) Unanticipated commentary has come forth regarding the years-long rift between Prince Harry and his family over the weekend. On a podcast episode, Princess Delphine of Belgium spoke on the ongoing dispute between the Royal Family in England, and the Prince and his wife Meghan Markle. She expressed sympathy towards Harry and reflected on the trauma he experienced with the loss of his mother. 'I think Harry suffered so much, and I think he was traumatised, and it's coming out now,' she commented. 'I think there's this thing with security, I think it's to do with what happened to his mother.' This refers to the legal battle which ensued between the Prince and the British government to have his and his family's state funded security reinstated, which he lost. He spoke on this recently, stating he 'can't see a world' in which he would bring his wife and children back to the country without official protection. 'I understand the guy,' Delphine stated. 'He's just traumatized. He's doing these things, and everybody's bullying him.' She went on to reflect that 'he's just been kind of left.' Princess Delphine of Belgium attends the military parade on the Palace Square on July 21, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Patrick van Katwijk/WireImage) Delphine herself has had an unconventional relationship with royalty, only discovering her royal family connections at 18. Years of legal battles eventually resulted in a DNA test in 2020 which confirmed she was the daughter of King Albert II of Belgium, after which she was given a royal title and began to attend public events with the family. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the 2024 ESPY Awards at Dolby Theatre on July 11, 2024 in Hollywood, California. (Photo byfor W+P) The tensions between Prince Harry and his family became publicly known back in 2020 after he and Markle stepped back from their royal duties. The strain between the couple and his family only increased as the Prince and Markle went on to speak out on their experiences with the family in interviews, their Netflix docuseries, and in Harry's memoir Spare. However, recently, reports have emerged that members of Harry's and King Charles' teams have been meeting and seemingly taking the first steps to reconciliation. 'It was a good first step,' an insider commented to People . 'It is always better to be talking.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Meghan & Harry's war with the royals will NEVER end – they'll drag it on as long as he has breath in his body, says pro
A SECRET peace summit held last week gave royal fans hope that the frosty relationship between Prince Harry and King Charles could be about to thaw. However, royal experts have since claimed that their 5 There may have been talks between King Charles and Prince Harry's aides, but a reconciliation is far off, according to experts Credit: Getty 5 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have criticised the royal family after stepping down from duties in 2020 Credit: Getty Both men's aides held secret peace talks at a It was hailed as the first step towards a "rapprochement process" between Harry, 40, and the rest of the Royal Family, but some experts aren't so sure. Speaking on The Sun's Royal Exclusive show, former Royal Correspondent for The Times, Valentine Lowe said a reconciliation is not yet on the cards. He shared: 'I don't think we're in another mini battle, but I certainly don't think war's ended. More on Prince Harry 'I mean, as long as Harry's got breath in his body, war is likely to continue. 'I think this was just an attempt to bring the temperature down a little bit, to stop those stupid stories that appear when Harry does something, when another member of the Royal Family's also doing something, and people start speculating that it was an attempt to take their thunder. 'I think it was trying to open up lines of communication so that sort of thing doesn't happen so often.' The British monarchy has spent years dealing with the fallout of Prince Harry's decision to marry former actress Meghan Markle after the two hit out at the family and Most read in Royals Harry has remained distant to King Charles and Prince William ever since he moved to the US alongside the mother to his two young children. Royal Correspondent Sarah Hewson agreed that we are unlikely to see Prince Harry and King Charles having lengthy meet ups when they are in the same country. Harry's 'peace talks' have scheming Meghan's hand all over them, he looks lost in his sad little life She added: 'On his [Harry's] previous visits, there hasn't been any kind of meeting with his father. 'The last time he was able to see his father was just after the King's cancer diagnosis, when Harry jetted in briefly from California for that, what, 30 minute, 40 minute meeting at Clarence House. 'I mean, I think it would be a very positive step if we can see that between father and son.' I don't think we're in another mini battle, but I certainly don't think war's ended. I mean, as long as Harry's got breath in his body, war is likely to continue Valentine Lowe former Royal Correspondent for The Times She added that this meeting was held by communications secretaries rather than the private secretaries, who are 'far closer.' Sarah pointed out that Prince Harry will be visiting the UK in September, for a series of British-based charity engagements. In addition to this, he will be holding his Invictus Games in Birmingham in 2027. The royal expert shared: 'That is definitely a date in the future where I think we need to see some kind of rapprochement between them, because otherwise we're going to have some incredibly awkward optics going on.' 5 Harry is hosting the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham Credit: Alamy ROYAL SUMMIT At least three representatives from either side were seen speaking at the Royal Over-Seas League which sits just three minutes from Clarence House. It is unclear which side initiated the summit. Harry was represented by his chief communications officer and head of his household in Montecito, California, Meredith Maines. She is said to have flown in from Los Angeles specially for the talks. Liam Maguire, head of the Sussexes' PR team in the UK, was also present. The King was represented by his communications secretary Tobyn Andreae. The details of the conversation have remained private with Ms Maines jetting back to the US as soon as the meeting ended. FAMILY HURT 5 The Duke of Sussex has claimed he wants to reconcile with his family Credit: Getty This follows Harry saying a reconciliation with his family lies in Charles' hands. In his Harry opened up a number of wounds when he spoke to US talk show host Meghan The Prince would also publish his bombshell book Spare in 2023 after moving to California which stirred up further controversies. 5 Harry's Spare memoir criticised his family Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Ever since, Harry has been left out in the cold by his fellow hardworking royals. He reportedly hasn't seen Charles in years with his last direct communication with brother William coming in 2022. The feuding brothers reportedly didn't even speak to each other despite standing 'virtually back to back' among mourners at their uncle's memorial service last year. Inside Prince William and Prince Harry's 'feud' TENSIONS have been running high in the royal family since Prince Harry stepped down from royal duties in 2020 and relocated to California with Meghan Markle. Their last reported interaction was during the funeral of their grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in September 2022, but conversations were said to be brief. The feuding brothers reportedly did not speak to each other despite standing 'virtually back to back' among mourners at their uncle's memorial service last year. Growing up, Wills and Harry shared many of the same friends who were part of their close, tight-knit circle. But their relationship took a sour turn after Harry lobbed In the book, he claimed William had The Sussexes had also targeted Princess Kate, when Meghan claimed the royal made her cry. The bitter feud was ignited when the Sussexes told Oprah, in their It was later claimed the royals were Princess Kate and King Charles, after Harry and Meghan's former pal During the infamous Oprah interview, the duchess also made stinging comments about the Firm and how they Prince William and Harry's bond then worsened after the Sussexes made a number of accusations against the Royal Family in their 2022 Netflix docuseries. The duke has given subsequent interviews, such as his most BBC chat in May 2025, that have only propelled bad blood.
