Reese Witherspoon Addresses Backlash to Her Support of AI: 'I Don't Believe Computers Should Replace Humanity'

Reese Witherspoon addressed the backlash she received after encouraging women to embrace AI in her Monday, April 20, Instagram Stories

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• Witherspoon said on April 16 that she believes women should start implementing AI tools into their lives

• She later addressed public concern over her comments, highlighting the environmental and employment concerns related to the use of AI

Reese Witherspoonis responding to the criticism over her stance on artificial intelligence.

On April 16, the Oscar winner posted an Instagram video in which she said she believes women should use AI in their daily lives. “The AI revolution has begun, and I need to learn as much as I possibly can about AI and share it with all of you,” her Instagram caption read.

Witherspoon, 50, received backlash, prompting her to address the critiques in her Instagram Stories on Monday, April 20.

“Well, I guess my Al post got people talking,” she wrote atop a selfie.  “To be clear, no one is paying me to talk about this. I'm just a curious human.”

She remarked that her children “are learning about AI tools.” She shares daughterAva Phillippe, 26, and sonDeacon Phillippe, 22, with her ex-husband,,Ryan Phillippe, as well as son Tennessee Toth, 13, with her ex Jim Toth.

“I know a lot of founders who are vibe coding, and I hear about people using Al in EVERY sector of business,” she wrote.

As she continued, she shared how she wants to “acknowledge” people's concerns around AI use, which she said were "valid."

“I'm aware of the impact this could have on jobs across so many industries. I understand environmental concerns,” she wrote. The data centers used to power AI systems “drive high energy, water, and e-waste demands,” which critics argue will have a serious environmental impact, according toMIT News.

Witherspoon continued, “I care deeply about local communities. And I have concerns about impending AGI [Artificial General Intelligence].”

“I don't believe computers should replace humanity,” she added.

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TheMorning Showstar then concluded by sharing her intention to learn “as much as possible” and to be “educated about this technological revolution.”

“If you want to learn with me, great, let's do this! If you don't, that's okay too,” her post read.

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Her April 20 sentiments about learning about technological advancements echoed her April 16 video.

"The thing I've learned about technology is if you don't get a little bit of understanding from the very beginning, it just speeds past you,” she said in the video. “So you have to have little bits of learning just to keep up."

She wrote in her caption thatwomen are three times more likely to work in jobs automated by AI, “yet women are using AI at a rate 25% lower than men on average,” she said.

Witherspoon's recent comments follow her emphasis on the importance of women learning AI.

“It's so, so important that women are involved in AI because it will be the future of filmmaking,” she said in a September interview withGlamour, sharing she uses Perplexity, Vetted AI and Simple AI.

“And you can be sad and lament it all you want, but the change is here. It will never be a lack of creativity and ingenuity and actual physical manual building of things,” she said. “It might diminish, but it's always going to be the highest importance in art and in expression of self.”

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The 25 most underrated Disney movies of the 2000s, ranked

The 2000s were a magical time to be aDisney fan. That's due in part to inspired remakes likeFreaky Friday(2003) and Pixar classics such asRatatouille(2007), but not every Disney film from this era gets the recognition it deserves.

Some of these Disney releases were unfairly dismissed by critics (see:Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen) while others, includingTreasure Planet, flew under the radar entirely. If you dust off that ancient pile of DVDs, you’re bound to discover somehidden gems.

With the House of Mouse currently celebrating the successes ofZootopia 2 and Hoppers(and the imminent arrival ofToy Story 5), it’s the perfect time to revisit some of the studio’s most overlooked films.

Below, check outEntertainment Weekly’s ranked selection of the 25 most underrated 2000s Disney movies.

Chicken Little(2005)

Zach Braff stars as the chicken who cried wolf in this adaptation of the European fable “Henny Penny.” Directed by Mark Dindal (The Emperor’s New Groove), the story centers on a young rooster who becomes the town laughingstock after falsely claiming the sky is falling.

While the film wasn’t a critical darling, it’s worth revisiting for the absolutelybonkersplot. A chicken and his friends travel to space to thwart an alien invasion? Count us in! There’s also a sweet father-son dynamic that’s surprisingly touching.

Bonus:Joan Cusackvoices Chicken Little’s BFF Abby.

Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch(2005)

Set smack in between the events ofLilo & Stitch(2002) andStitch! The Movie(2003), this direct-to-video release follows Lilo (Dakota Fanning, replacing Daveigh Chase) and everyone’s favorite blue menace (Chris Sanders) as they prepare for a hula competition. Unfortunately for the duo, Stitch has technical difficulties to deal with.

Even if it can’t completely recreate the magic of the original, it strikes a nice balance between heartwarming drama and fun, zany antics. The emotional whiplash of the third act turns us into blubbering messes to this day.

Teacher’s Pet(2004)

Can you still recite the lyrics to “I Wanna Be a Boy” or are you normal? Leonard and his pup Spot (Nathan Lane) get the big-screen treatment in this zany musical in which, yes, Spot gets transformed into a human boy.

The movie, which serves as the capstone to the early-2000s TV series, is light and fun. It’s got cartoon dogs, and its humor will appeal to your inner fourth-grader — what more could you want?

Fun fact: It’s also aCheersreunion! Kelsey Grammer voices Dr. Ivan Krank, while the script was penned by two of the sitcom’s regulars, Bill and Cheri Steinkellner.

Recess: School’s Out(2001)

Chuck Sheetz’s sequel to the popular Disney series follows T.J. (Andrew Lawrence) and theRecessgang on the last day of school. But summer gets off to a rotten start when T.J. uncovers the unthinkable: a plot to get rid of summer vacation. The horror, the horror!

The movie is light and breezy, coupling ridiculous hijinks with snappy dialogue that’s refreshingly witty for a kids’ flick. Short and sweet, it rounds out to 83 minutes of pure fun.

Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure(2001)

Scamp’s Adventurecenters on Lady and Tramp’s troublemaker son Scamp (Scott Wolf), who yearns to become a wild dog.

In a good ol’ act of teenage rebellion, he runs away from home, tries to join a tough pack of strays, and falls for a girl from the wrong side of the tracks (Alyssa Milano).

There’s just something undeniablyfunabout these “OG couple’s kid grows up and rebels” direct-to-video sequels, and this is one of Disney’s strongest. Plus, there’s plenty of nods to the original; there’s even a recreation of theiconic spaghetti and meatballs scene.

Peter Pan: Return to Never Land(2002)

This belated sequel toPeter Pan(1953) centers on Wendy’s daughter, Jane (Harriet Owen), a cynical tween who doesn’t believe in Peter Pan. When Jane is kidnapped and forcibly taken to Neverland in a case of mistaken identity, she must learn to truly believe in the magic in order to get home.

Atadextreme, but it makes for high stakes. The story finds the right equilibrium between paying homage to beloved characters and developing the next-gen protagonist in her own right. Extra credit for its apt use of BBMak’s “Do You Believe in Magic?”

The Tigger Movie(2000)

Tiggers are wonderful things! ThisWinnie the Poohtale follows everyone’s favorite bouncy friend as he sets out to find other tiggers like him.

Sidekickspinoffsare pretty hit-or-miss, butThe Tigger Movieproves that Pooh’s buddy is more than capable of handling the spotlight on his own. While the film is silly and fun, its universal themes about identity, family, and belonging also have us reaching for tissues.

This is one of those Disney movies that hits harder as an adult. Just like stripes, stories about found family will simply never go out of style.

The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea(2000)

Little Mermaid IIcenters on Ariel and Eric’s daughter Melody (Tara Charendoff), who’s unaware of her mermaid heritage. Wanting to keep Melody safe, Ariel forbids her from going to sea and… you can probably guess where this is going.

OG cast members Jodi Benson, Kenneth Mars, Samuel E. Wright, and Buddy Hackett all reprise their roles from the original, a rare treat for a sequel made so many years later.

What really makes this one a standout in a sea of Disney direct-to-video sequels is Benson and Charendoff, who have magical mother-daughter chemistry. “For a Moment” is abop.

The Game Plan(2007)

Before he was thevoice of MauiinMoana(2016), Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson brought his A-game toThe Game Plan, where he plays a star quarterback who unexpectedly discovers he has an 8-year-old daughter (Madison Pettis).

The film is a win-win for kids and sports fans alike, full of laugh-out-loud and nail-biter moments on and off the field. The Rock and Pettis make for a charming father-daughter duo, playing off each other in a way that feels organic.

Plus, there are several fun cameos by pro athletes and broadcasters that football fans will dig.

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen(2004)

With theLindsay Lohan renaissanceupon us, it’s the perfect time to revisitConfessions of a Teenage Drama Queen.

The musical comedy stars Lohan as 15-year-old Lola, an aspiring Broadway actress and compulsive liar stuck in the suburbs. While the film was panned at the time, it’s since been embraced as an appealing depiction of teenage girlhood.

The story works on multiple levels, both as a fun girls’ night flick and as a clever satire of the ridiculous way pop culture depicts young women.

The Lion King 1½(2004)

There are prequels, there are sequels, and then there’s whateverThe Lion King 1½is. The quirky film centers on Timon and Pumbaa (Nathan Lane and Ernie Sabella, reprising their roles) as they retell the events ofTheLion King(1994) through their eyes.

Disney took a risk here by diverting from its usual sequel formula, and it largely pays off by rehashing the source material in a way that feels clever and fresh rather than cash-grabby. The duo’s meta commentary isn’t just amusing, but worth listening to. We’d put their narration on par with theMystery Science Theater 3000crew’s banter.

Brother Bear(2003)

If “a Disney movie everyone watched as a child and then totally forgot about” was aJeopardyclue,Brother Bearwould be the clear answer. The story revolves around Kenai (Joaquin Phoenix), an Alaskan Native boy who, after killing a grizzly bear as revenge for his brother’s death, is transformed into a bear himself.

The film’s message about the true meaning of brotherhood is timeless, but it’s also surprisingly mature for a kids’ movie, tackling heavy themes of grief, justice, and forgiveness with sensitivity and care.

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Ice Princess(2005)

Michelle Trachtenbergwill forever be remembered for her roles inBuffyandGossip Girl, but her performance inIce Princessshouldn’t be overlooked. She headlines this dramedy as Casey, a teen torn between chasing a Harvard scholarship or pursuing her passion for ice skating.

Ice Princessgives its teenage protagonist a level of depth that’s rare for movies released in the early 2000s, making Casey a character we understand and root for. The complex mother-daughter dynamic between Trachtenberg and Joan Cusack is also a standout. Raise your hand if it made you want to learn how to ice skate!

The Lizzie McGuire Movie(2003)

Not every Disney Channel show translates well to the big screen, butThe Lizzie McGuire Movieis what dreams are made of. Hilary Duff stars as the eponymous Lizzie, who embarks on an eventful school trip to Rome with her pals, including BFF Gordo (Adam Lamberg).

The movie has rightfully cemented itself as a cult classic in recent years, with zoomers everywhere appreciating its quotable dialogue (“You’re an outfit rememberer!”), fun escapism, and accurate portrayal of middle-school friendships.

Let’s be honest, though: It set the expectations for eighth-grade field tripswaytoo high.

Sky High(2005)

Before the MCU, there wasSky High.

Mike Mitchell’s witty genre hybrid follows Will (Michael Angarano), who starts school at his parents’ prestigious alma mater, an airborne academy for teen superheroes. There’s just one tiny problem: He doesn’t have any powers.Youtry living up to the pressure of having a super-powered Kurt Russell as your dad.

The movie is a delightful mix of candy-colored action and teen angst, the latter of which centers on Will’s ill-fated crush on a senior, Gwen (Mary Elizabeth Winstead). Not only is it a blast to watch, but it’s also a clever homage to classic superhero tropes.

Dinosaur(2000)

Step aside,Jurassic Park. Ralph Zondag and Eric Leighton’s live-action/animated hybrid follows a young Iguanodon named Aladar who’s raised by lemurs. When a meteor destroys their island home, the family is forced to flee to the mainland, where they cross paths with a herd of dinos.

Dinosauris visually stunning, seamlessly blending computer-generated prehistoric creatures with live-action backgrounds. The animation is incredibly realistic and detailed, right down to the scales on the dinosaurs’ backs, making for an immersive adventure that commands the audience’s attention every (giant) step of the way.

National Treasure(2004)

Of all Nicolas Cage movies, nothing gets zillennials yapping quite likeNational Treasure.

Jon Turteltaub’s action-adventure stars Cage as Benjamin Franklin (yes, really) Gates, a historian and amateur cryptographer on a mission to unearth a legendary stash of lost treasure. In order to find the goods, he’s got to, er… steal the Declaration of Independence (thatescalated quickly).

The film is a blast from start to finish, packed with high-stakes action, humor, plenty of memeable Cage moments, and a supporting cast that includes Harvey Keitel, Diane Kruger, and Christopher Plummer. Plus, it makes for the perfect Fourth of July watch.

Fantasia 2000(2000)

Some sequels are worth waiting for — even if the wait lasts six decades.

Following in the footsteps of its 1940 predecessor,Fantasia 2000serves us a melting pot of lively animated segments set to pieces of classical music (think: Beethoven, Stravinsky).

At just over an hour in length, the bite-sized flick makes for a perfect Disney appetizer. Its combination of traditional animation and CGI is striking, paying homage to Disney’s past while offering a taste of what’s to come — a perfect note on which to end the Disney Renaissance era.

Bolt(2008)

ForgetPulp FictionandGrease, it’sBoltfor whichJohn Travoltadeserves all the accolades.

Directed by Chris Williams and Byron Howard, this gem centers on lovable pup Bolt (Travolta), who stars in a hit action series alongside his owner, Penny (Miley Cyrus), and becomes convinced he has superpowers in real life.

The Oscar-nominated film feels reminiscent of classic Disney, packed with cartoon fun, fast-paced action, and “reach for your tissues” moments that feel earned. AlthoughBoltoften gets lost in the shuffle of the studio’s animated features, it paved the way for future successes likeTangled(2010).

Tuck Everlasting(2002)

Gilmore GirlsandGeneral Hospitalcollide in this romantasy starring Alexis Bledel and Jonathan Jackson.

Based on the 1975 novel of the same name, it follows teenage Winnie (Bledel) as she falls in love with a boy named Jesse Tuck (Jackson), who has become immortal after drinking water from a magical spring.

Instead of coming across like a corny Lifetime movie,Tuck Everlastingmanages to tackle mature topics like death and morality without devolving into preachiness, which is no small feat.

Let’s be real here: We all cried over this movie at a sleepover atleastonce.

The Rookie(2002)

Not to be confused withthe cop show starring Nathan Fillion,The Rookieis a must-see for baseball fans. Dennis Quaid steps into the cleats of real-life former Tampa Bay Devil Rays pitcher Jim Morris, who (finally!) made it to the major leagues at the age of 35.

What really setsThe Rookieapart from being just another run-of-the-mill sports flick is Quaid’s emotionally layered performance, portraying the character not just as an athlete but as a complicated person on and off the field. If that doesn’t sell you, how about Brian Cox playing Jim’s old man?

Atlantis: The Lost Empire(2001)

Atlantisis truly the definition of a lost treasure. Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise’s unjustly overlooked sci-fi action film centers on a young linguist named Milo (Michael J. Fox) who gets his hands on an ancient book with directions to the famed lost city of Atlantis. The film’s bright and bouncy animation style feels like it was ripped straight out of a comic book, making this a visual stunner.

It’s arguably one of Disney’s most mature animated features; instead of being just another formulaic fairy tale, it uses its story to critique capitalism and imperialism. Groovy!

Treasure Planet(2002)

John Musker and Ron Clements’underratedTreasure Planet, featuring Joseph Gordon-Levitt as the voice of teen adventurer Jim Hawkins, is basically a sci-fi fanfic of the 1883 novelTreasure Island. Instead of sailboats and pirates, we get spaceships andspacepirates. Sounds awesome, right?

Although the movie bombed at the box office, it was nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature and has since become a cult classic. Transplanting classic lit, be it Stevenson or Shakespeare, into completely new settings is common enough by now, but few merge their disparate milieus with as much imagination and wit asTreasure Planet.

Meet the Robinsons(2007)

Stephen Anderson’s wacky and wonderful animated adventure follows 12-year-old orphan Lewis (voiced by Jordan Fry and Daniel Hansen), a science whiz on a mission to track down his birth mother. When he crosses paths with an eccentric time traveler (Wesley Singerman), he suddenly finds himself in the year 2037.

This undeniably fun film may be one of Disney’s most unique, packed with twists and turns that even a time traveler couldn’t predict. The characters feel like real people, and they tug at your heartstrings so much that you'll want to reach into the screen and give them a hug.

The Emperor’s New Groove(2000)

Of all the underrated Disney films this century, nothing can compare to the masterpiece that isThe Emperor’s New Groove.

At the center of the tale is the spoiled Emperor Kuzco (David Spade), who has to learn compassion after a potion mishap with his diabolical ex-advisor (Eartha Kitt) transforms him into a llama.

This one simply has it all: absurdist gags, catchy tunes (“My Funny Friend and Me” never gets old), delightful puns and in-jokes, narrative architecture that quite self-awarely makes no sense… shall we go on?

Grooveremains endlessly rewatchable, its message about the importance of empathy being more relevant than ever.

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New Alito book reveals details on Jan. 6 case, flag controversy

WASHINGTON – When controversy erupted over a flag outside the home ofSupreme CourtJustice Samuel Alito, the conservative stalwartrejected calls from criticsthat he recuse himself from cases involving the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Alito said the flag belonged to his wife and was not flown in support of the "Stop the Steal" movement, the false claims that the 2020 election was stolen from PresidentDonald Trump.

But while Alito did not recuse himself, he did give up authorship of thecourt’s opinionthat prosecutors had gone too far in bringing obstruction charges brought against some Capitol rioters, according to a new book.

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After The New York Times broke the flag story in May 2024, Alito told Chief Justice John Roberts it would be better for the court if he did not write that opinion, conservative author Mollie Hemingway writes in“Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution.”

“Roberts obliged him and took the opinion himself,” Hemingway wrote.

The New York Times first reportedthe switch in September 2024, writing that it wasn’t clear who initiated the change.

Hemingway describes the media’s reaction to the flags as overblown, writing that many Americans “viewed the press’s attacks on Justice Alito as nothing more than a contrivance to delegitimize a conservative Court majority they deplored.”

“Everybody who knew the couple knew that Martha-Ann, a remarkably independent woman, was responsible for the flags,” she wrote.

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Book lands amid retirement speculation

Hemingway’s book is being published as court watchers wonder if Alito – the second-oldest justice – is considering retiring.

Fox News and others havereportedthat Alito won't be stepping down.

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Alito, 76, is coming out with his own book in the fall, right as the court will be starting a new term.

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The publication dateled to speculationthat Alito plans to spend October promoting his book, rather than serving on the court.

But others have pointed out that Alito is likely to sell more copies if he is still a justice when it comes out.

Alito’s book, "So Ordered: An Originalist's View of the Constitution, our Court, and our County," will elaborate on his judicial philosophy and the role of the court in “preserving America’s spirit of liberty,”according to his publisher, Hachette Book Group.

'Disappointed' in colleagues' lack of urgency

A reliable vote for conservative causes since joining the court in 2006, Alito has moved the law to the right on issues ranging from criminal procedure to religious liberty. He authored the landmark decision in June 2022 thatoverturned Roe v. Wadeand ended the constitutional right to abortion.

“It was a crowning achievement for a justice who had attracted less attention than his colleagues,” Hemingway wrote in her laudatory portrayal of Alito.

She describes the justice as being “disappointed by the lack of a sense of urgency in some of his colleagues about censorship and other threats to our constitutional order.”

Anotherbook about Alito, also published this month, describes him as trying to right the wrongs of the past six decades, as he sees them.

“It is a sincere and intelligently wrought theory, but one born of intense feelings of anger and betrayal,” writes author Peter Canellos, Politico’s executive editor. “It seeks to impose what its adherents believe to be right and just from the halcyon memories of their childhoods. And it has rocked the facade of American law in the twenty-first century.”

This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Peter Canellos.

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Prince William’s ‘ruthless side’ emerges as he views Prince Harry as ‘untrustworthy': experts

Prince Harry has tried to break Prince William’s "wall of silence," but the no-nonsense future king, who has a "ruthless side," has a long memory for loyalty, and an even longer one for betrayal.

The claim was made by multiple royal experts who spoke to Fox News Digital, who claimed that "the firewall is firmly held" against the Duke of Sussex, who has reportedly not spoken to his brother since Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in 2022.

The Prince of Wales is "ignoring the circus" and is "done with drama," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital.

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"This feels like a permanent royal reset," she shared. "ButWilliam’s silenceisn’t a mystery. It’s a strategy."

"William regards his brother as totally untrustworthy," royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams also claimed to Fox News Digital.

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Chard and Fitzwilliams’ statements came following reports that William, 43, has a "ruthless streak" and "holds a grudge" against those who have either sided against him or are in Harry’s corner alongside his wife,Meghan Markle.

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"William is someone who does hold a grudge; he does choose sides," Roya Nikkhah, royal editor of The Sunday Times, told Times Radio, as quoted by theDaily Mail.

"If someone picks the other side, he remembers that," she warned.

Fitzwilliams previously told the Daily Mail that William has a "ruthless streak," noting that he prioritizes loyalty and the crown.

"Loyalty cuts both ways, and as they say, ‘Betrayal has a long shelf life,’" said Chard. "Prince William is known to take a harder line than some. He’s setting his agenda for the future of the monarchy. There’s a difference between being ruthless and holding people accountable. He’s fearless and has a strong moral character."

Harry has been estranged from his family since he and his wifestepped back as senior royalsin 2020. At the time, they cited the unbearable intrusions of the British press and the lack of support from the palace as their reasons for the move.

After the couple settled in California, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex aired their grievances in interviews and documentaries. Harry’s 2023 memoir, "Spare," which revealed embarrassing details about the House of Windsor and detailed his rivalry with William, further strained relations.

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Russell Myers, royal editor for the Daily Mirror and author of"William & Catherine,"told Fox News Digital that while the brothers were close growing up and bonded by the death of their mother, Princess Diana, cracks in their relationship were likely to appear.

"There’s the issue of the heir and the spare," Myers explained.

"We all know what Prince Harry’s memoir is called. And then you have the issue of these two very different paths they were set on. William was very much led into the path of, ‘You are going to be king. This is your destiny.’ And Harry was left to fend for himself, really. And I think that caused a lot of issues in their adolescence and into adulthood."

But the brothers’ feud may have begun well beforeHarry’s exit from the U.K.

When Harry, 41, began dating Meghan, 44, in 2016, the relationship progressed quickly, with the American actress meeting senior royals early on. The couple announced their engagement in November 2017 and married the following year.

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According to multiple royal experts, William was concerned about Harry’s whirlwind romance and reportedly advised him to "take as much time as you need" before making a lifelong commitment.

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William’s view, as portrayed in these accounts, was to ensure Harry didn’t rush into marriage beforethe "Suits" alumfully understood the pressures of royal life as a newcomer.

Harry, however, is said to have interpreted William’s caution as a lack of support — or even skepticism — toward Meghan. Experts say that’s when their relationship turned frosty.

In his book, Myers claimed that William would get riled up about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s dramatic exit from royal life and the tell-alls that came with it.William’s wife, Kate Middleton, had "less interest in convincing Harry to stay, he claimed.

Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace for comment. A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace previously told Fox News Digital, "We don’t comment on such books."

"Unfortunately for both Harry and Princess Catherine, I think the fractiousness of the relationship was always going to happen because Harry and Meghan chose the path that they did," Myers explained. "They wanted to leave immediately. They saw that the institution would probably try to stop them from leaving."

"I think a real line was crossed," Myers continued. "The people that I’d spoken to for the book say that both William and Catherine were left deeply hurt by Harry and Meghan’s state of play and the way they went about leaving the family."

Following Harry and Meghan’s explosive interview withOprah Winfreyin 2021, which was viewed by nearly 50 million people globally, Buckingham Palace issued a statement on behalf of Queen Elizabeth that read, "Recollections may vary." Myers claimed Kate, 44, was "absolutely integral" to that message.

"Catherine did not want the brothers to finish their relationship," Myers explained. "She was always trying to bring them together, always trying to be that mediator for William when they’re very hot, two hotheaded young men, falling out. Catherine was always saying to William and Harry at certain junctures, ‘Think about what you want for the future.’"

"There was a great deal of sadness over Harry and Meghan leaving," said Myers. "Harry was urged by other members of the family to try and think again, try and work out a situation where it could work for all parties."

"Looking forward, maybe it’s a bit too soon to think of reconciliation," he added.

Hilary Fordwich, British royals expert, told Fox News Digital she doesn’t believe William is being "ruthless." Instead, she views it as "strong, admirable leadership" based on "loyalty and dedication to duty."

"He is good at setting boundaries and sticking to them," said Fordwich. "We are likely to see a far tighter circle to protect the institution. And Princess Catherine adheres to the same high standards and values. She is his rock in all things."

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"Harry and Meghan leftthe royal familyto build their Hollywood empire in private," said Chard. "They’re forging their own agenda. However, they hope to use their royal circus formula to continue to make money. William isn't going to be a part of their media circle, which further distracts him from the monarchy. William remembers loyalty as the future king because he has to."

The royal family, especially William, hasn’t forgotten Harry’s memoir and its claims.

"If William deviated from the ‘Never complain, never explain’ motto of the royal family, he would spend 24/7 explaining," Chard argued. "Monetizing the monarchy is an anathema to William. The royal family does not trust Harry and Meghan."

"A long memory is essential and signals a tougher, more controlled monarchy under Prince William’s reign," said Chard. "He’ll be a great leader because he doesn’t forget who damaged the institution, who stays silent, who overshares and torches trust."

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