In a statement released on Thursday, William strongly criticized the BBC and defended his late mother.
The interview was a major contribution to making my parents' relationship worse and has since hurt countless others…
It is my firm view that this Panorama program holds no legitimacy and should never be aired again.
Princess Diana being interviewed by Martin Bashir.Corbis via Getty Images
In an era of fake news, public service broadcasting and a free press have never been more important.
Prince Harry also released a statement on Thursday addressing the report.
“Our mother was an incredible woman who dedicated her life to service.
She was resilient, brave, and unquestionably honest.
The ripple effect of a culture of exploitation and unethical practices ultimately took her life,” he said.
“To those who have taken some form of accountability, thank you for owning it.
That is the first step towards justice and truth.
Yet what deeply concerns me is that practices like these and even worse are still widespread today.
Then, and now, it’s bigger than one outlet, one internet, or one publication.
Our mother lost her life because of this, and nothing has changed.
By protecting her legacy, we protect everyone, and uphold the dignity with which she lived her life.
Let’s remember who she was and what she stood for.”
Later, he reportedly lied to BBC managers about whether or not he had shown fake documents to anyone.
We are very sorry for this.
Lord Dyson has identified clear failings," BBC Director-General Tim Daviesaid in a statement.
The BBC offers that today."
