Prince Harry’s court battle against British tabloids reaches final chapter

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 7 min read 100% complete by By BRIAN MELLEYJanuary 19, 2026 at 12:53 PM

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Prince Harry is leading a group including Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley in a court battle against the publisher of the Daily Mail. The trial, taking place in London's High Court on January 19, 2026, centers on accusations of privacy invasion through unlawful tactics. This legal action is part of a wider phone hacking scandal in London. The group alleges that the Daily Mail engaged in illegal information gathering. The case represents a significant moment in Prince Harry's ongoing conflict with the British tabloid press.

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