Prince Harry received payment to reveal he 'slipped into depression for weeks' after Megxit

From the Newshound archive · first published 8 October 2026 · last updated 11 October 2026.

Prince Harry has revealed he suffered a two-week depressive episode after leaving the UK, describing an "adrenaline crash" that left him unable to function. The Duke made the disclosure in a paid MasterClass session with neuroscientist Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor, titled 'Redefining Grief: Building Resilience Through Loss'. An insider is urging the public to "watch before casting judgement" on the paid interview.

Harry said leaving Britain felt like the stress had sustained him: 'I needed adrenaline to make my brain function.'

He also revealed he could not cry for nearly 20 years after Diana's death and thinks of her 'pretty much every night and most mornings.'

A therapist advised Harry to spray Diana's perfume to revive memories, which he said felt 'like being transported' back to her.