During a recent appearance on **The Late Show With Stephen Colbert**, Prince Harry appeared to be “un-shockable” until the conversation turned to the popular Netflix series, **The Crown**. The final series of the show covers the period leading up to the tragic death of Harry’s mother, **Princess Diana**, who died in a car crash in Paris in August 1997 along with her boyfriend **Dodi Fayed** and their driver **Henri Paul**.
While promoting his memoir, **Spare**, Harry was asked by Colbert if he watches **The Crown**. He initially appeared relaxed but seemed to “lose control” of his composure after this question, according to body language expert **Judi James**. Harry admitted to watching the show, both the older and more recent episodes, and joked about “fact-checking” it while watching, a remark that received laughter from the audience.
Judi James analyzed Harry’s behavior during the interview and noted that while he started off appearing calm and humorous, his body language revealed underlying discomfort when discussing **The Crown**. She observed that although Harry’s facial expressions remained lighthearted, his hand and leg movements suggested a sense of unease. At one point, he rubbed his hand on his leg and crossed his legs in a “barrier ritual,” indicating he might have preferred to change the subject.

Despite the lighthearted exchange, Harry’s reactions revealed a more complex set of emotions about the show’s portrayal of his family’s history. Judi explained that although Harry appeared to play along with the jokes and the crowd, his body language “leakage” signaled genuine discomfort, particularly regarding how **The Crown** revisits painful memories from his past.
This appearance showcased a moment where Harry, known for his willingness to share personal insights and anecdotes, appeared momentarily thrown by a question about the dramatized portrayal of his family’s history. The episode highlighted how sensitive the topic remains for Harry, even amidst his typically confident media presence.