A small airplane was spotted flying over the ESPY Awards with a mysterious message aimed at Prince Harry as he prepared to accept the Pat Tillman Award for Service. The cryptic banner read, “Prince Harry: Investigate Mumis Death.” The identity of the pilot and the individuals behind this message remains unknown, adding an air of intrigue to the already high-profile event.
Prince Harry, 39, was set to receive the Pat Tillman Award, a military honor, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The award, named after the former NFL star who left his career to enlist in the army post-9/11 and tragically died in Afghanistan in 2004, has sparked controversy. Critics argue that Harry is not a fitting recipient of the award. Among the critics is Mary Tillman, Pat Tillman’s mother, who expressed her shock and disapproval, stating that more deserving individuals should be recognized.
The mysterious banner seemed to reference the tragic death of Harry’s mother, Princess Diana, who died in a car crash in Paris in 1997. Diana’s death has been the subject of numerous conspiracy theories, ranging from claims of a state-orchestrated murder to speculations about her being pregnant at the time of her death. In his 2023 memoir, “Spare,” Harry frequently referred to Diana as “mummy,” making the banner’s message even more poignant.
In 2006, an 800-page report known as “Operation Paget” was compiled to examine 20 central conspiracy theories proposed by Mohamed al-Fayed, the father of Diana’s companion Dodi Fayed, who also died in the crash. The report included interviews with those closest to Diana, forensic analysis of the crash site, and CCTV footage. The findings informed a formal inquest into Diana’s death, which concluded in 2007. By April 2008, the inquest attributed the fatal accident to several factors: primarily the reckless driving of Diana’s chauffeur and the paparazzi in pursuit. It also noted that none of the car’s occupants were wearing seat belts.
Despite the inquest’s findings, Prince Harry has expressed dissatisfaction with the report. In his memoir, he described it as “a joke” and an insult, revealing that Prince William shared his sentiments. In an interview with Anderson Cooper for “60 Minutes,” Harry said, “William and I had already been told, ‘The event was like a bicycle chain. If you remove one of those chains, the result would not have happened.’ And the paparazzi chasing was part of that. But yet, everybody got away with it.”
Harry added that he and William had considered reopening the inquest due to the many gaps and unanswered questions. “William and I considered reopening the inquest. Because there were so many gaps and so many holes in it, which just didn’t add up and didn’t make sense,” he said. When asked if he would actually go through with it, Harry responded, “I don’t even know if it’s an option now. But no, I think… would I like to do that now? It’s a hell of a question.”
The mysterious banner over Los Angeles serves as a stark reminder that questions surrounding Princess Diana’s death persist. The princess remains a cultural icon, and the events leading up to and immediately after her death have been dramatized for the screen by Netflix’s royal drama, “The Crown.”
As Prince Harry accepted the Pat Tillman Award, the message in the sky added a layer of complexity to an already controversial moment. The Duke of Sussex has been a polarizing figure, and his receipt of the award has only intensified the scrutiny he faces. ESPN defended its decision to honor Harry, citing his work with The Invictus Games Foundation, which supports wounded veterans.
The ESPY Awards, hosted by tennis legend Serena Williams, saw a glamorous turnout. Williams herself stunned in a silver and black gown, leading the stars on the red carpet. However, the mysterious banner overshadowed the glitz and glamour, drawing attention to the unresolved questions about Princess Diana’s death.
The incident has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with users speculating about the message’s origin and intent. One user on X (formerly Twitter) posted an image of the banner, asking, “Can someone explain the plane flying over LA that says ‘prince harry: investigate mumis death’? I’ve seen it twice now in downtown and Hollywood.”
As the night progressed, the focus remained on the enigmatic message and its implications. While Prince Harry has not publicly commented on the banner, it undoubtedly added a layer of tension to an already charged evening.
The mysterious sign directed at Prince Harry during the ESPY Awards serves as a reminder of the unresolved questions surrounding Princess Diana’s death. It also highlights the ongoing scrutiny and controversy that continue to follow the Duke of Sussex, even as he seeks to honor his mother’s legacy and contribute to causes close to his heart.
Source: DailyMail, Newsweek
