Prince Harry Criticizes Trump in Colbert Interview
Prince Harry recently made a surprise appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where he took the opportunity to lightly criticize former President Donald Trump. This segment featured a comedic sketch as part of a five-minute exchange.
Prince Harry’s Comedic Jabs at Trump
During the Wednesday show, Prince Harry jokingly expressed his desire to star in a Hallmark Christmas movie as a character named the “Gingerbread Prince.” He claimed, “Well, you Americans are obsessed with Christmas movies and you’re clearly obsessed with royalty, so why not?”
Colbert’s Response
Colbert humorously countered, stating, “I wouldn’t say we’re obsessed with royalty.” To this, Harry quipped, “I heard you elected a king,” making a reference to Trump’s self-identification as a king in February 2025. This comment alluded to Trump’s opposition to a congestion pricing plan in New York, which sparked protests labeled “No Kings” across the country.
Critique of Electoral Choices
Prince Harry expressed his dismay over the election of Trump, referring to the historical context of his ancestor, King George III. He remarked, “after making such a big deal about my great, great, great, great, great, great grandfather, George III.” Colbert playfully remarked about George III, mentioning, “Well, he was kind of a jerk.”
Harry’s Commitment to the Role
The Duke of Sussex further jokingly stated he would go to great lengths for the role, saying, “I’ll record a self-tape, I’ll fly myself to an audition, settle a baseless lawsuit with the White House.” This was an allusion to a controversial settlement involving Trump, where Paramount reportedly paid $16 million to resolve a flimsy lawsuit.
Colbert’s Cancellation Reference
Colbert, who has voiced strong criticism against Paramount for this decision, was quick to distance himself from Harry’s joke, stating, “Hey hey hey, Harry, I didn’t do any of those things.” Harry joked back, “Maybe that’s why you’re canceled.” This came after Colbert had announced his show had been canceled a few days later, though he clarified the decision was made prior to his comments about Paramount.
Conclusion
Prince Harry’s humorous jabs at Trump and comments on royalty emerged as a memorable highlight during his guest appearance on The Late Show. The playful banter illuminated both the cultural distance and the entertainment value in conversations about political figures.
