In an unexpected twist, Prince William recently addressed the longstanding rumors surrounding his late mother,

Princess Diana’s “paranoia,” as fans continue to praise Prince Harry following the apology issued by Murdoch’s UK tabloids.

The apology, which made headlines earlier this week, was issued by News Corporation,

the parent company of several prominent UK tabloids. The company admitted to having unlawfully obtained private information regarding Princess Diana and her family,

including using phone tapping and other unethical means. This official acknowledgment, coming decades after Diana’s tragic death, has reignited discussions about the media’s role in her life and the toll it took on her mental well-being.

Prince William, who has often remained private about his mother’s struggles with the media, opened up about Diana’s experiences during a recent interview. He said, “It was incredibly tough for my mother to navigate her life with the constant scrutiny. Many of the things that were labeled ‘paranoia’ by the press were, in fact, valid concerns that she had. It’s heartbreaking that her pain was often trivialized.”

The comments mark a rare public reflection from the Duke of Cambridge on his mother’s difficult relationship with the press, particularly as the tabloids perpetuated damaging narratives about Diana’s mental state. Prince William, who has always been fiercely protective of his mother’s memory, highlighted how the media’s treatment of her affected not just her, but also her family.

Meanwhile, the apology from Murdoch’s tabloids has sparked further support for Prince Harry. Fans have lauded the Duke of Sussex for his vocal stance against the press and his ongoing efforts to hold media outlets accountable for their role in harming his family. Prince Harry, who has been outspoken about the media’s mistreatment of his wife, Meghan Markle, and his late mother, Diana, recently expressed his gratitude for the apology, calling it “a step forward in the fight for justice.”

The apology has ignited a broader conversation about press ethics, privacy, and the responsibility of media outlets in the modern age. As the royal family navigates these complex dynamics, the events have reignited public interest in the enduring legacy of Princess Diana and the challenges her sons, William and Harry, continue to face in protecting their family’s legacy.