Prince Harry Crowns Harry Styles as the UK's Ultimate 'Harry' on James Corden's Show

Well, isn't this a fun one? Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex himself, recently stepped into a rather important, albeit totally lighthearted, UK debate: who’s the reigning "Harry" in Britain? And trust us, his verdict, delivered with his characteristic charm on James Corden’s sports reality talk show “After Hours” around mid-July 2026, might just surprise you – or perhaps, not at all, if you’ve been paying attention to the pop culture landscape.

The whole lively discussion, apparently, kicked off between Corden and former England football star Rio Ferdinand. But it was Prince Harry who truly put the question to rest. His top pick for the UK’s ultimate Harry? None other than global pop sensation, Harry Styles. Yes, you heard that right! The former One Direction heartthrob snagged the coveted number one spot, much to the delight, one can imagine, of his millions of fans.

When pressed for his full ranking, the Duke of Sussex continued with a wonderfully candid assessment. Following Styles, he placed England football captain Harry Kane firmly in second. Then, in a brilliant move that showcased his self-deprecating humor, Prince Harry tied himself with the beloved fictional wizard, Harry Potter, for a respectable third place. He even jokingly acknowledged a "conflict of interest" before making his final, diplomatic choice – a typical Harry touch, really.

It's no secret that Prince Harry and James Corden share a long-standing friendship, a bond that's seen Corden attend the Duke’s 2018 wedding to Meghan Markle and even a memorable appearance together on "The Late Late Show" in 2021. So, this playful exchange on "After Hours" feels like a natural extension of their easy camaraderie. And as for his choice of Harry Styles, well, it’s not as if they’re strangers. Prince Harry actually met Styles, alongside the rest of One Direction, way back in 2015 during the Royal Variety Performance. They even crossed paths again at the "Dunkirk" world premiere in July 2017, long before this official "best Harry" coronation.

But let's be honest, Harry Styles' ascent to the top isn't without solid backing. His journey began with One Direction in 2010, and since then, he's become a veritable cultural juggernaut. Think about it: The Independent named him the most influential person on Twitter in 2015. More recently, in 2024, YouGov pegged him as the tenth most famous contemporary music artist. He was the second-most-searched artist on Google in 2022, and a 2022 "Styles Report" on Twitter even identified him as the most-talked-about "Harry" of the 2020s, outranking both Harry Potter and, indeed, Prince Harry himself. With an estimated net worth of £225 million as of 2025, it’s clear his star power is truly undeniable.

This lighthearted debate comes just over a week after Prince Harry shared a private family reunion at Highgrove House, catching up with King Charles, Queen Camilla, Meghan Markle, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. It seems that even amid personal family moments, there’s always time for a bit of fun and friendly ranking on national television, especially when James Corden is involved. And who are we to argue with the Duke's discerning taste? Long live King Harry... Styles!