Lisa Vanderpump delivered a subtle yet sharp critique of Prince Harry during a BravoCon 2025 panel, emphasizing her own British loyalty in contrast to his departure from royal life. The exchange occurred when panel moderator Jerry O’Connell recounted his wife Rebecca Romijn’s recent flight with the Duke of Sussex, joking that it was less thrilling than an earlier encounter with Vanderpump.
O’Connell’s anecdote set the stage for Vanderpump’s pointed remark. She responded by stating, “Well, I’m a loyal Brit. He isn’t, right?” directly alluding to Harry’s decision to step down from his royal duties. This comment, reported by Us Weekly, quickly gained attention for its implicit criticism of the prince’s actions and was captured during the Saturday panel discussion at the annual Bravo fan convention.
Prince Harry, 41, and his wife Meghan Markle, 44, famously left their senior royal roles in 2020, announcing plans to split their time between the UK and North America. They cited a desire to raise their children with an appreciation for royal tradition while pursuing new charitable endeavors. The couple eventually settled in Montecito, California, with their son Archie, now 6, and daughter Lilibet, now 4, in a move that reshaped their public roles.
Harry’s exit, often dubbed “Megxit” by critics, has been met with mixed reactions, with some viewing it as a betrayal of royal duty. He has faced legal challenges, including losing a case and appeal for continued police protection during UK visits, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding his status and the broader implications for his family’s security.
Vanderpump, 65, was born and raised in London and moved to the United States in 2005 with her husband Ken Todd to manage their restaurant empire, which includes Sur, featured on “Vanderpump Rules.” She began her television career on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” in 2010 and later starred in the spinoff, leaving “RHOBH” in 2019 but maintaining a presence in reality TV and hospitality.
Her comment reflects broader public sentiment about loyalty and identity, particularly in the context of Harry and Meghan’s high-profile move. It also illustrates how celebrity platforms can amplify personal opinions on contentious issues, blending entertainment with social commentary in events like BravoCon.
As of now, representatives for Prince Harry have not commented on Vanderpump’s remark, leaving it to circulate in media and social discussions. The incident underscores the enduring fascination with royal affairs and their intersection with pop culture, potentially influencing public perceptions of both figures moving forward.
