Harry's Friend Partners with Meghan's Critic in Pub Venture

The Duke of Sussex has been dealt a blow after it was revealed that a close friend, Johnny Hornby, has entered into a business venture with Jeremy Clarkson, one of Meghan Markle's harshest critics.

Hornby, a former trustee of Prince Harry's African charity Sentebale, is now part of a company called Baobab Operations Ltd, which is handling the liquor license and acting as landlord for a pub Clarkson has acquired in the Cotswolds. Clarkson, a controversial broadcaster and former Top Gear host, made headlines in 2022 for his vicious column in The Sun, where he expressed his hatred for Meghan Markle and suggested she had used "vivid bedroom promises" to manipulate Harry.

The revelation of this partnership has raised eyebrows, particularly after Clarkson's public attacks on Meghan and his blatant disrespect for the royal family. The timing is also interesting, as it comes after a period of strained relationships for Harry, with several long-time friends seemingly distancing themselves from him since his departure from royal life.

Hornby's involvement in the pub venture with Clarkson has sparked speculation about the nature of their relationship and the potential impact on Harry's social circle. It is unclear whether Hornby's involvement in the pub venture signifies a shift in his relationship with Harry, or if the Duke is aware of the partnership.

The news has further fuelled the narrative surrounding Harry's alleged alienation from former friends, particularly after his tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey and the subsequent release of his controversial memoir, "Spare." In his memoir, Harry addressed the strained relationships, claiming some friends had chastised him for the interview.

While the exact reasons behind Harry's strained relationships remain unclear, the partnership between his friend and his wife's critic raises further questions about the dynamics within his social circle and the potential impact on his future relationships.