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Prince Harry Sued for Defamation by Sentebale Charity He Co-Founded
Sentebale, the charity co-founded by Prince Harry in 2006, has filed a defamation lawsuit against him and former trustee Mark Dyer in London's High Court. The action follows Prince Harry's resignation as patron and a public dispute with the charity's chair. The case centers on statements made by the defendants regarding the organization.
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filed defamation proceedings against Prince Harry and a former trustee in London's High Court.
The charity, co-founded by Prince Harry in 2006 to support children affected by HIV in Africa, named both individuals as defendants. The lawsuit stems from statements attributed to them that Sentebale alleges are defamatory.
Prince Harry resigned as patron of Sentebale after serving in the role since its inception. The charity operates in Lesotho and Botswana, focusing on health and education programs.
the Dispute The lawsuit follows a public exchange between Prince Harry and Sentebale's chair, who criticized the duke's decision to step down.
Prince Harry co-founded the organization in honor of his late mother, Princess Diana. A former trustee has been linked to the charity's governance.
Details of the specific defamatory statements have not been publicly disclosed in court filings. Sentebale stated that the lawsuit aims to protect the organization's reputation and operations.
involvement with Sentebale began 20 years ago, marking one of his longest-running charitable commitments. The resignation occurred amid his relocation to the United States and reduced ties to UK-based organizations. The High Court case could extend over several months.
Legal experts noted that defamation cases in the UK require proof of serious harm to reputation. Sentebale's board voted unanimously to pursue the action after internal reviews.
The lawsuit may affect Sentebale's fundraising efforts, as public scrutiny could influence donor confidence. Prince Harry has not issued a public response to the filing. The case highlights tensions in high-profile charitable governance involving royal family members.
