In a sensational turn of events, Seth Meyers unleashed a blistering satire on Prince Harry’s sustainable tourism initiative, Travalyst, during an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” this week, igniting a firestorm of controversy. Meyers, wielding his trademark humor, dismantled Harry’s efforts just days after the prince’s high-profile presentation at the Envision 2025 summit in Shanghai, where he urged industry leaders to adopt greener travel practices.

Meyers branded Travalyst as the “Royal Vanity Project,” questioning Harry’s credibility as an environmental advocate given his history of carbon-heavy travel. The comedian’s sharp jabs drew uproarious laughter but landed hard on Harry, whose allies described the critique as a personal betrayal that undermines years of work to reshape his public image. “Here’s a guy who’s taken more private jet trips than most people have taken selfies,” Meyers quipped, delivering a stinging reminder of Harry’s past.

The fallout has thrust the prince into a whirlwind of scrutiny, with supporters accusing Meyers of distorting the truth while others laud the comedian for exposing the uncomfortable realities of travel’s environmental impact. Meyers highlighted that only 12% of bookings through Travalyst partners utilized sustainable options, framing Harry’s ambitious claims as mere window dressing in a largely unchanged industry.

As the debate rages on, insiders close to Harry revealed his deep disappointment at being mocked on a platform historically sympathetic to progressive figures. The segment’s sharpest moments have left Harry grappling with a narrative that threatens to overshadow his environmental efforts. With tensions escalating, the question remains: Can Prince Harry recover from this public relations debacle, or will he remain a target in an increasingly polarized conversation about sustainability in travel?