By Katherine Tinsley
9:40am PDT, Oct 15, 2025
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Prince Harry and
Meghan Markle accepted "Humanitarians of the Year" awards, but critics believe
Donald Trump was more deserving of the honor after he announced a peace agreement between Israel and Gaza.
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"It is perhaps the ultimate irony when Donald Trump has masterminded a process that is about to begin to bring peace to Gaza and secure the release of the hostages, that Harry and Meghan are named Humanitarians of the Year at a World Mental Health Day Gala," royal expert
Richard Fitzwilliams said,
per GB News.
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"If you were looking at genuine humanitarian work, it is surely the Prince and Princess of Wales with their work for Heads Together, the initiative from the Royal Foundation, who ought to be considered," Richard Fitzwilliams said, referring to
Prince William and
Kate Middleton, who continue to advocate for wellness resources in the U.K.
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Meghan Markle and
Prince Harry were honored for their nonprofit work, which focuses on cultivating a safer digital landscape. However, Richard Fitzwilliams highlighted that
Prince William and Kate Middleton have made similar efforts in the U.K.
"William is especially concerned with the stigma which still surrounds (mental health). He broke down discussing suicide with a grieving widow in a new video, which has moved the nation," Fitzwilliams observed.
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"Catherine's 'life's work' is the study of the early years, and her input on how technology can be destructive is also very valuable. Surely this work, is deserving of a joint award," Richard Fitzwilliams continued.
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Though Meghan Markle and
Prince Harry are trying to help others, their honest comments about the royal family haven't made them likable.
"The Sussexes' work to help those suffering from mental health problems is, of course, to be welcomed," Richard Fitzwilliams said. "However, despite their radiating positivity in their public pronouncements, Harry has savaged his family publicly, which has caused a deep rift and Meghan has no contact with hers."
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"This is not behavior which deserves to be rewarded, especially as the only reason their pronouncements get wide coverage is their royal links," Richard Fitzwilliams declared.
