
Two brothers, two very different interviews. One sits down with an American journalist and discusses everything from the King’s health to his relationship with the press and his wish to reconcile with his family. The other appears on prime-time TV, sitting down with beloved British host Graham Norton to discuss one of the cornerstones of his work and chat about his favourite films.
Princes William and Harry are quite clearly on completely different paths, as the latter said in another TV chat in 2019, and their approach to interviews is equally as stark.
On Tuesday – the same day senior royals were welcoming the Sultan of Oman to Windsor for a state visit – Harry’s interview with GQ magazine was shared.
In the sit-down chat, he spoke of his desire to reconcile with his brother and father, though he appeared to level attacks by saying that “some people” are against them making amends. The duke also volunteered information about the King’s health, saying “he’s getting better” as he continues to be treated for cancer.
Compare this to William’s appearance on the Graham Norton Show tonight, where the future King discusses The Earthshot Prize and his desire to scale environmental solutions. He sits down with supporters of the annual prize, including Cate Blanchett and Hannah Waddingham and Robert Irwin, to showcase the good it is doing.

He also discusses his love of The Celebrity Traitors, Christopher Nolan films and reveals what he wanted to be when he grew up (a policeman, not the King).
And having left the BBC audience awestruck when he walked in, William later got them involved with the world-famous Big Red Chair as he helped decide whether their stories were funny and whether they were saved from being flipped.
There was nothing controversial in what the prince said throughout the show, no shade about his brother or mention of any grievances he might have. Just a clear cut TV appearance without any drama.
The approaches of the two brothers couldn’t have been more different. One interview focuses entirely on themself, while the other shines a light on an award and offers slight insight into his home life. One comes across as trying to hijack a royal event; the other as a relatable man who believes passionately in a project he launched.
William and Harry may have the same blood, but as with their relationship, their approach to things is also worlds apart.