Mike Tindall is ‘huge asset’ but Prince Harry ‘overstepped’ for 1 key reason
Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond has voiced the major difference between Mike Tindall and Prince Harry.
Mike Tindall has been described as an ‘asset’ compared to Harry (Image: GETTY)
Mike Tindall is a “huge asset” to the Royal Family in comparison to Prince Harry, according to former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond. Unlike Harry, who was born in the monarchy, Mike officially joined the Firm after tying the knot with Zara Tindall in 2011.
Speaking about the two of them, Ms Bond said that the stark difference between two is the way they speak about the Firm. She told the Mirror: “For the most part he’s very careful about what he says (although the anecdote about the ‘nibble my nuts’ underpants was a bit risqué!).
“The key difference is that Mike never offends or criticises the family and its traditions. He offers glimpses of life behind the scenes, but they are all harmless.
“Such as what it’s like to ride in the royal procession at Ascot and how sweaty it can be wearing a top hat.”
She then compared to Harry, adding: “He knows where to draw the line — and it’s all said with great good humour.
“Harry has overstepped the mark multiple times with his carping about royal life and with his pointed indiscretions, revealing the content of private conversations and arguments.”
Going back to Mike, she referred to him as an “asset”, adding: “I think the rest of the family regard Mike as a huge asset, and a solid character who has helped William through some tough times.
Harry and Meghan pictured in Australia in April (Image: GETTY)
“He’s immensely likeable and seems like a great husband and super fun dad.”
Mike lives with his wife and their children, Mia, 12, Lena, seven, and Lucas, five, at Princess Anne’s Gatcombe Park.
Since stepping back as a working royal in 2020, Harry now resides in California with Meghan Markle and their two children.
