Prince Harry Jokes That Americans ‘Stole Rugby From Us’ During Surprise NFL Honors Appearance

Prince Harry pokes fun at the similarities between the NFL and the English sport of rugby.

The Duke of Sussex, 39, made a surprise appearance at the NFL Honors on Thursday to present the Walter Payton NFL Player of the Year to Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward. As he walked out onto the stage, Harry joked about how the American game came to be.

“Good evening, NFL. It’s an honor to be with you all tonight. I really like how you stole rugby from us and made it your own,” Harry He said in his speech, as seen in a video posted on X.

“Instead of adding it backwards, just add it forwards. Why don’t you wear pads and a helmet? Sure, have offense and defence, that makes sense,” joked the Duke of Sussex.

Harry added jokingly, “And why not take a breather every 15 seconds? And you know what, instead of a 10 month season, make it 18 weeks. Brilliant.”

Pittsburgh Steelers’ Cameron Hayward (L) poses for a portrait after accepting the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award with Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex at the 13th annual NFL Honors on February 8, 2024 in Las Vegas.

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Before presenting Heyward with the award, Prince Harry paid tribute to the talent of the NFL players, especially the defensive plays: “Everything you do on and off the field is truly remarkable,” he said.

“You are role models for millions in the way you conduct yourself and the way you give back. This ultimate award, the highest honor, is about service to your community. And there is one special man we want to honor now. A player who goes above and beyond and whose remarkable dedication to helping others is a reflection of his own story,” he continued.

King Charles personally shared his cancer diagnosis with Prince Harry, Prince William and family

The Duke of Sussex’s Las Vegas appearance came just hours after he returned to California following a brief visit to the UK to see his father, King Charles, after the monarch was recently diagnosed with cancer.

On Monday, Buckingham Palace announced that the king, 75, had been diagnosed with cancer after undergoing a procedure to treat an enlarged prostate.

“During the King’s recent hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, a separate matter of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer,” the palace said in a statement.

“His Majesty began a schedule of regular treatments today, during which time doctors have advised him to postpone public duties. During this period, His Majesty will continue to carry out government business and official paperwork as usual,” the statement continued.

King Charles, Prince Harry.

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“The King is grateful to his medical team for their prompt intervention, which was made possible by his recent hospital procedure. He remains completely positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” the statement added. .

“His Majesty has decided to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope of helping to increase public understanding for those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

Prince Harry went on a short trip to the UK without his wife Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie, 4, and Princess Lilibet, 2, who stayed at home in California.

Harry and Meghan moved to the US after stepping down as senior royals in 2020.

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