James Hewitt Has Denied the Claims

James Hewitt, now 66, has repeatedly dismissed the rumors, calling them both false and absurd. He also expressed sympathy for Harry, acknowledging how much the speculation affected him.

In a 2017 interview, Hewitt stated: “It sells papers. It’s worse for [Harry] probably, poor chap.”

Despite Hewitt’s denial, the rumors have persisted over the years. However, those close to Diana have also spoken out in support of Harry.

Princess Diana Was ‘Deeply Upset’ by the Rumors

Richard Dalton, Princess Diana’s former hairdresser, addressed the speculation in his 2024 book, It’s All About the Hair, where he firmly debunked the claim that Hewitt could be Harry’s father.

According to Dalton, Harry’s red hair is a Spencer family trait, not something inherited from Hewitt.

“Harry and the Spencer family have red hair,” he wrote. “Charles, Diana’s brother, had bright red hair when he was in college. And I used to cut his hair then. [Diana’s sister] Sarah has bright red hair. [Diana’s other sister] Jane was more or less the same colouring as Diana.”

He reiterated that Diana and Hewitt did not meet until 1986—two years after Harry was born—making the rumor impossible.

“Harry was already born a while before her relationship with Hewitt. And I don’t think it’s possible,” he said.

Dalton also revealed that Diana was deeply upset by the paternity rumors. She found them cruel and hurtful, particularly given how devoted Charles had been as a father during Harry’s early years.

Despite clear evidence disproving the claim, the conspiracy theory continues to circulate.