Brief

Prince Harry says he fell into two‑week depression after moving from the UK

The duke explained his low mood during a MasterClass session, linking it to grief over his mother and the pressures of royal life.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:29:58 GMT

Prince Harry told the British outlet Standard that he "slipped into a depression for about two weeks" after leaving the United Kingdom for Canada and later the United States, describing the experience as a response to the loss of familiar pressures.

He said the move was intended to "get some space" but quickly turned into a period of emotional numbness, adding that he needed stress to make his brain function. "It was as if I needed stress in order to get the adrenaline to make my brain function because I became useless around the house," he said.

During a MasterClass session titled "Redefining Grief: Building Resilience Through Loss," Harry also spoke about his long‑standing grief for his mother, Princess Diana. He recalled feeling he had to stay sad to prove his mourning, noting a therapist’s suggestion to spray her perfume, which he said helped "unlock everything that had been locked previously." He concluded that his mother would have wanted him to be happy.

The interview was recorded for the MasterClass video‑learning platform, whose annual subscription costs between £120 and £228. The article also mentioned that Meghan Markle was seen having afternoon tea with Malala Yousafzai at Claridge’s in London the same week.

Key facts

Prince Harry said he fell into a two‑week depression after leaving the UK. (standard.co.uk)
He described the depression as a reaction to needing stress to function. (standard.co.uk)
Harry discussed his grief for Princess Diana during a MasterClass session. (standard.co.uk)
A therapist suggested using Diana’s perfume to help him process his feelings. (standard.co.uk)
MasterClass membership costs £120‑£228 per year. (standard.co.uk)