In a recent episode of his and Meghan Markle’s Netflix series, Prince Harry has spilled the beans on what he calls “one of the biggest mistakes” of his life. And no, it’s not about their move to California or the royal exit. The Duke of Sussex has taken us back to 2005, when he donned a controversial Nazi costume at a fancy dress party. Harry has been candid about how this choice has haunted him for years.
Harry described the outfit as “one of the biggest mistakes” he’s ever made, saying he felt “so ashamed” afterward. In an attempt to make amends, he took a deep dive into the history of his blunder. He traveled to Berlin to meet with a Holocaust survivor and even had a heart-to-heart with the Chief Rabbi of Britain. His memoir, Spare, details these encounters, where the Chief Rabbi advised him to transform his remorse into positive action rather than letting it devastate him.
But here’s the juicy part: Harry’s reflection on this past mistake isn’t just about regret; it’s about redemption. He’s been encouraged to rise above his past and use his experiences to make a meaningful difference.