Prince Harry has reportedly faced a major loss in the legal case against Associated Newspapers. The court ruling allegedly came not only with a massive bill but also with a strained celebrity friendship. The news came amid all the buzz surrounding the Duke of Sussex’s recent trip to the UK. Now, a source reportedly claimed that the huge defeat in the lawsuit might have cost the Prince his close friendship with Elton John.
Sources claim Prince Harry’s lawsuit strained ties with Elton John
Prince Harry’s recent loss in the lawsuit against Associated Newspapers has reportedly strained his close ties with an A-list celebrity, Elton John. As reported by Rob Shuter’s Naughty But Nice, the veteran British singer supported the Duke of Sussex in the legal case as a co-claimant. However, per the news outlet, a source told them that after the big legal defeat, the years-long court case has strained his relationship with the artist.
In the meantime, an insider informed the news outlet, “This lawsuit became Harry’s obsession.” The person continued, “And not everyone wanted to go down with the ship.” The insider then claimed that Sir Elton John “supported him.” The person then added, “But support has limits.”
Meanwhile, another source told the news outlet that “People are incredibly loyal to Harry and Meghan—until they aren’t.” The person continued, “The friendship starts strong, something changes, and suddenly they’re out.” The source also said, “Elton may be the latest name added to an increasingly long list.”
Per the news outlet, another insider talked to them about Prince Harry’s financial loss that came with the court’s ruling in the lawsuit. The person said, “Harry simply doesn’t have that cash sitting around.” The insider then claimed, “Elton isn’t writing a check for Harry, and no one is rushing to rescue him.”
The person continued, “This entire case was a colossal miscalculation.” In the meantime, another source said, “The money will hurt.” “But losing the trust and loyalty of powerful friends may end up costing Harry even more,” the person also added.
