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Prince Harry's Flirty Messages to Journalist Revealed in Court

4/1/2026

Summary

Story summary

Prince Harry, the British royal, exchanged flirty Facebook messages with journalist Charlotte Griffiths from December 2011 to January 2012.
He called her "sugar" and regretted missing social gatherings, suggesting a friendly rapport.
In a court case against Associated Newspapers, Harry said he met Griffiths only once and cut contact after learning she was a journalist, and the trial concluded recently with a judge set to deliver a ruling.

History

Historical Context

The Leveson Inquiry, initiated in 2012, scrutinized press ethics following the 2011 phone-hacking scandal involving News of the World, revealing close ties between journalists and public figures. This inquiry prompted significant discussions on media standards and regulation, particularly concerning organizations like News International. As legal battles continue, the implications for press regulation and royal privacy remain pivotal in shaping future media practices.

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Story summary

Prince Harry, the British royal, exchanged flirty Facebook messages with journalist Charlotte Griffiths from December 2011 to January 2012.
He called her "sugar" and regretted missing social gatherings, suggesting a friendly rapport.
In a court case against Associated Newspapers, Harry said he met Griffiths only once and cut contact after learning she was a journalist, and the trial concluded recently with a judge set to deliver a ruling.

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