Harry and Meghan Accused of Putting Money before Loyalty

Former butler to Princess Diana, Paul Burrell, has accused Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of exploiting their royal connection for financial gain.

Burrell's comments come after Netflix aired a controversial musical about the late Princess Diana, with whom Harry has always been closely associated.

The couple recently signed a multi-million dollar deal with the streaming giant, which has also produced other shows about Diana's life.

Burrell, who worked at both Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace for a decade, claims that the couple's affiliation with Netflix is evidence that they are cashing in on Diana's popularity.

He argues that Harry and Meghan knew what they were getting into when they signed the deal and that they are turning a blind eye to the Diana musical, which has been criticized for being insensitive and crass.

The former butler also points out that the interest in Diana has skyrocketed in recent years, and that the couple's association with Netflix is evidence that they are exploiting her legacy.

He suggests that Harry and Meghan are putting money before loyalty, and that they are thriving off the interest in Diana because it is what makes them bankable.

Burrell's comments come as Harry and Meghan confirm that they will not be attending an event celebrating Princess Diana's life on October 19.

The couple, who now live in the US, will miss the private reception, but the reason behind their no-show has yet to be disclosed.

Prince William and the late princess's friend Elton John will be present at the event, which is being held to thank donors who funded the Diana statue that was revealed in July on what would have marked her 60th birthday.

Last week, eyebrows were raised when Netflix aired Diana, the Musical, a Broadway show depicting the story of the late Princess Diana.

The show focuses on the love triangle between Diana, Prince Charles, and Camilla Parker Bowles, and has been criticized for being insensitive and crass, with hysterically awful lyrics.

Fans and critics alike were quick to comment on the fact that the biographical show had been commissioned by Diana's son Harry's employers.

Columnist Dan Wooten wrote that if Prince Harry isn't writing his resignation letter to Netflix at this very moment, then he is a man devoid of morals.

It's not the first time Netflix has aired TV shows about Diana's life.

Earlier this year, The Crown season 4 portrayed her teenage years, joining the royal family, and her unhappy marriage to Prince Charles.

Last week, pictures emerged of Elizabeth Debicki, who plays Diana, filming scenes in Spain for the fifth series.

A documentary called Diana, in her own words also aired on the streaming service last year.

Showing how Diana's popularity seems to be at an all-time high, Hollywood movie Spencer, starring Kristen Stewart, premiered earlier this month.

Besides, royal biographer and author Angela Levin revealed that those who live in Japan are particularly interested in Meghan and Harry.

Levin wrote in a Substack newsletter that Japan is fascinated by the British royal family and that every few weeks she is asked by one of their TV channels to update them on what is happening in the UK.

Their key interest at the moment is Harry and Meghan.

Levin added that Japanese residents who follow the Sussexes closely are puzzled by their behavior towards the senior royals because it's something that wouldn't happen in their country.

They can't quite believe their behavior towards the senior royals is so rude, she said.

No one would behave like that to their royal family, they tell me.

In conclusion, Paul Burrell's comments have sparked a debate about whether Harry and Meghan are putting money before loyalty, and whether their association with Netflix is evidence that they are exploiting Diana's popularity.

While the couple has not commented on the controversy, it is clear that their decision to sign a multi-million dollar deal with the streaming giant has raised eyebrows among some royal watchers.

With interest in Diana at an all-time high, it remains to be seen whether Harry and Meghan's association with her legacy will continue to attract criticism or whether they will be able to use it to their advantage in the future.