Prince Harry brought smiles, laughter, and a few unexpected talking points to This Morning after joining Alison Hammond for a special feature ahead of the upcoming Invictus Games—but it wasn’t the Duke’s appearance that ended up dominating the conversation.
Instead, viewers found themselves fiercely divided over Alison’s warm and playful approach to interviewing the royal, with one affectionate word sparking a wave of reactions online.
Harry and Alison’s Chemistry Wins Plenty of Laughs
Rather than beginning with a traditional sit-down interview, Harry and Alison kicked things off with a friendly laser tag challenge in Birmingham, where the Duke is helping launch the next Invictus Games.
The pair shared plenty of laughs throughout the game before celebrating with hugs and high-energy excitement, setting the tone for an interview that felt more like two friends chatting than a formal royal appearance.
One particularly charming moment came when Prince Harry complimented Alison’s jewelry.
“I love your hoop earrings,” he told the presenter.
A delighted Alison replied: “Oh thank you, babes,” prompting Harry to burst into laughter.
Later, Harry jokingly teased Alison about her infectious enthusiasm.
“I’m excited… not as excited as you were—and still are,” he laughed.
After Alison apologized, Harry quickly reassured her.
“It’s alright. You’re very excitable… and I love that.”
The exchange instantly became one of the interview’s standout moments.
Social Media Can’t Agree
While many viewers praised the interview for feeling genuine and refreshingly relaxed, others believed Alison had been a little too informal when speaking to a member of the Royal Family.
Some questioned her decision to call Prince Harry “babes,” with several critics describing the moment as inappropriate.
Others also commented on her enthusiastic hugs and energetic celebrations, saying they felt the presenter became overly excited during the segment.
However, just as many fans rushed to defend Alison.
Supporters praised her natural interviewing style, saying she has a unique ability to make even high-profile guests feel comfortable and relaxed.
Many argued that Harry himself appeared to enjoy the light-hearted atmosphere, smiling throughout the interview and happily joining in the jokes.
Harry Shares a Heartwarming Family Update
Beyond the laughter, the Duke also offered a touching glimpse into his family life with Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Speaking about the people closest to him, Harry revealed how much their support means.
“They don’t tell me every day that they’re proud of me, but yeah, I’m proud of them, they’re proud of me. I love my family,” he said.
His heartfelt comments quickly resonated with viewers, adding an emotional note to an interview filled with humor.
Fresh Speculation Surrounds Meghan and the Children
Harry’s visit to Birmingham has also reignited speculation over whether Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet may have quietly travelled to the UK with him.
No public appearances by the family have been confirmed, and there has been no official announcement about their whereabouts.
The question remains particularly significant given Harry’s long-running concerns over security arrangements in Britain.
After stepping back as a working royal in 2020, the Duke lost automatic taxpayer-funded police protection. Following an unsuccessful legal challenge over those security arrangements, Harry has previously admitted he does not currently feel comfortable bringing his wife and children back to the UK for public visits.
Whether or not Meghan and the children are in Britain remains unknown.
What is clear, however, is that Harry’s relaxed appearance on This Morning has once again reminded viewers why his public appearances continue to generate headlines—not only for what he says, but also for the unexpected moments that follow.
