Reflecting on America’s Independence Day celebrations, he added that July 4 marked “more specifically, independence from my great, great, great, great, great, great-grandfather”.
His appearance followed a recent late-night segment with Stephen Colbert where Harry mocked Trump, prompting mixed reactions.
Critics Say the Jokes Could Hurt Reconciliation
The remarks have triggered backlash from commentators who believe Harry may be undermining any efforts to repair his strained relationship with King Charles and Prince William.
Royal commentator Jasmine Carey wrote for the Daily Express:
“When hopes of reconciliation and improved relationships with your royal relatives are in clear view, why do you (Harry) have to do something to push it all away?
“Next time you want to get a few laughs from a crowd, maybe keep your royal relatives and political comments out of it. Because you may have just ended hopes of a successful royal reconciliation… again.”
One critic on X/Twitter added: “Harry is continuing his paid speaking circuit and is continuing to ridicule his family. Harry jokes the royals are like Downton Abbey, but the TV show has LESS drama. Harry IS the drama.”