Prince Harry was 'frustrated' by comparisons to uncle Andrew amid Epstein turmoil

Harry has long felt frustrated by the comparison, especially as Andrew’s arrest sparks embarrassment for royal family

Prince Harry has reportedly been frustrated for years by media and public comparisons to his uncle, former Prince Andrew, a sentiment that dates back long before Andrew’s recent legal troubles but has resurfaced amid the family’s intense scrutiny.

An insider told People that Harry “was frustrated by the comparisons. It was never fair to lump them together,” especially given the stark differences in their lives and public controversies. Harry, a former British Army officer who served his country, saw his own royal security and privileges stripped after stepping back from senior royal duties in 2020, while Andrew retained protections long after his scandals first emerged.

The arrest of Andrew, now known as Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor, on suspicion of misconduct in public office earlier this month, an incident that sources describe as “painful and embarrassing for the entire family”, has brought those comparisons back into focus. Harry’s frustration reflects what insiders call a long‑standing belief that he has been unfairly viewed through the same lens as his uncle despite very different circumstances.

During his years navigating royal life and later the public glare after his split from official duties, Harry has spoken candidly about what he sees as double standards. In his memoir Spare and subsequent interviews, he criticised how his own loss of security and status was handled compared with Andrew’s continued protections even amid serious allegations, a contrast that has now taken on renewed relevance.

Sources say his frustration isn’t just about headlines, but a deeper belief that his service and sacrifices were often overshadowed by institutional decisions he felt were inconsistent and unfair. As the investigation into Andrew’s conduct continues, Harry’s perspective underscores the complex and often contentious dynamics within the royal family, particularly around how different members are treated in times of crisis.