Prince Harry ‘stunned’ by backlash to his Pat Tillman ESPY Award nod: ‘Bitter pill to swallow’
NY Post
Prince Harry is reportedly “stunned” by the backlash he received after being named the recipient of the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the 2024 ESPYs.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, is set to be honored at the glitzy July 11 ceremony for his military experience and work on the Invictus Games.
The announcement raised many eyebrows, including those of the late hero’s mom, Mary Tillman, who criticized ESPN and claimed she was never consulted about the decision.
A source claims the fallout has been a “bitter pill to swallow” for the Sussexes.
“Harry’s legacy on Invictus, the things he has achieved, that’s his real passion,” a source told the Telegraph.
The insider added that while Harry is no stranger to being under scrutiny, he particularly found discourse surrounding his military background upsetting.
