A furious Canadian war veteran has launched a scathing attack on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, accusing the couple of abandoning him after promising support through their Invictus Games initiative — and now he’s demanding $50,000 in compensation.
The veteran, who served his country with distinction before suffering life-changing injuries in combat, claims he was approached by representatives connected to the Sussexes’ Invictus Games Foundation, only to be “completely forgotten” once the cameras stopped rolling. In an emotional public statement, he blasted the Duke and Duchess o
f Sussex for what he calls “empty promises and royal hypocrisy.”
According to the former soldier, he was invited to share his story as part of a promotional campaign celebrating wounded veterans who had rebuilt their lives through sport and rehabilitation. “At first, I was honored,” he said. “I believed in Prince Harry’s message — that no soldier should be left behind. But once the filming ended, I never heard from them again. No follow-up, no support, nothing. They used my story, and then they disappeared.”
He claims he was left out of pocket after spending his own money to attend events and cover travel expenses, expecting reimbursement and continued backing that never came. “I’m not asking for charity,” he added. “I’m asking for accountability. They said they’d help, and they didn’t. That’s not what leadership looks like.”
The alleged betrayal has sparked outrage among supporters of the veteran community, with many taking to social media to question whether the Sussexes’ philanthropic ventures are more about publicity than purpose. One user wrote, “Harry built his image around supporting wounded soldiers — if this is true, it’s a disgrace.” Another added, “They’re living in luxury while veterans are still struggling. How is that fair?”
The timing couldn’t be worse for the Sussexes, who are still facing public scrutiny over their controversial split from the Royal Family and their mounting struggles to repair their public image. Prince Harry, who founded the Invictus Games in 2014 to support injured service members, has long described the project as one of his proudest achievements. Yet critics argue that recent scandals and corporate partnerships have diluted its original mission.
Sources close to the couple have not issued an official response, though insiders claim the Sussexes were “unaware of the veteran’s specific case” and that the Invictus Games Foundation operates independently of their personal charitable ventures. Still, the veteran insists that the couple personally benefitted from his participation, alleging that footage and interviews featuring him were used to promote the Sussexes’ humanitarian brand.
“This isn’t about money,” he insisted. “It’s about respect. We gave everything for our countries, and we deserve to be treated with dignity. They said they cared — I just want them to prove it.”
Observers note that the fallout could have lasting consequences for Prince Harry’s reputation as a champion of veterans’ causes. Public sympathy for the Duke has waned in recent years amid growing criticism that he and Meghan have prioritized celebrity deals and media attention over meaningful action.
As the veteran’s story gains traction, calls are mounting for an official investigation into how funds and commitments are managed within the Sussexes’ charitable network. Whether this case proves to be a misunderstanding or a full-blown scandal, one thing is clear — it’s another public relations headache for the couple once hailed as modern royal reformers.
For now, the Canadian veteran stands firm in his demand for justice: “They can keep their titles and palaces,” he said bitterly. “I just want them to do what’s right — and pay up.”
