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A defamation case against Prince Harry has been halted by charity Sentebale over financial struggles.
On Sunday, October 18, it was reported that the charity, which the Duke of Sussex co-founded in 2006, is taking a step back as it's struggling to afford the lawsuit.
About Sentebale lawsuit against Prince Harry
Sentebale sued Harry over alleged "coordinated adverse media campaign" that had caused "operational disruption and reputational harm".
However, the legal action has paused amid fears that a loss could see the charity forced to fold to cover legal bills.
The charity reported a 20 per cent drop in income months after launching the defamation claim.
Harry has been open about going to trial to clear his name, which if successful could see Sentebale liable to cover the cost of both sides as well as a potential payout.
Both parties have agreed an extension of time for the filing of both the acknowledgement of service and the defence, meaning that for now, the particulars of claim cannot be made public.
Details about the lawsuit
The legal action was lodged following a row with Sophie Chandauka, chairman of Sentebale's board, over financial problems and fundraising strategy.
Following the dispute, Harry along with fellow trustees resigned from the charity in March 2025.
Moreover, Chandauka accused the board of abuse of power, bullying, misogyny and harassment, suggesting that Sentebale was a "vanity project" for the Duke and his friends who used the media they "disdain" to cause harm.
The Charity Commission later criticised all sides for allowing the dispute to play out publicly but found no evidence of the accusation thrown by Chandauka.
Notably, the charity's latest accounts show that it received just over £2 million in income in 2025 compared with around £2.5m in 2024, when a longer reporting period is adjusted to 12 months.
Sentebale's annual report attributes the drop to "lower event income, reduced gifts in kind and lower donations from trusts and foundations".
