Celebrated Oprah Winfrey lands historical Royal deal

Prince Harry, Oprah Winfrey

Prince Harry of the United Kingdom is teaming up with a celebrated American media queen Oprah Winfrey for a good cause.

Harry said he was proud to be working alongside Oprah, pictured in November in South Africa, and that they had been working together for a few months

The two are working together to co-create and executive produce a new mental health series for Apple. The two have been working on the project for several months and are set to debut the series in 2020. 

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We are excited to announce that The Duke of Sussex and Oprah Winfrey are partners, co-creators and executive producers on their forthcoming mental health series launching on Apple in 2020. The pair have been developing the series for several months and are looking forward to sharing such an important project on this global platform. The dynamic multi-part documentary series will focus on both mental illness and mental wellness, inspiring viewers to have an honest conversation about the challenges each of us faces, and how to equip ourselves with the tools to not simply survive, but to thrive. This commitment builds on The Duke of Sussex’s long-standing work on issues and initiatives regarding mental health, where he has candidly shared personal experience and advocated for those who silently suffer, empowering them to get the help and support they deserve. His Royal Highness has spent many years working with communities throughout the UK and young people across the Commonwealth to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and broaden the conversation of mental wellness to accelerate change for a more compassionate, connected and positive society. Quote from HRH: “I truly believe that good mental health – mental fitness – is the key to powerful leadership, productive communities and a purpose-driven self. It is a huge responsibility to get this right as we bring you the facts, the science and the awareness of a subject that is so relevant during these times. Our hope is that this series will be positive, enlightening and inclusive – sharing global stories of unparalleled human spirit fighting back from the darkest places, and the opportunity for us to understand ourselves and those around us better. I am incredibly proud to be working alongside Oprah on this vital series.”

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The dynamic duo announced the new series via Harry and Meghan Markle’s official Instagram account on Wednesday.

Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry have collaborated on a new TV series tackling the issue of mental health.

“I truly believe that good mental health—mental fitness—is the key to powerful leadership, productive communities and a purpose-driven self,” the Duke of Sussex said in a statement shared via the social platform.

“It is a huge responsibility to get this right as we bring you the facts, the science and the awareness of a subject that is so relevant during these times.

Prince Harry

Our hope is that this series will be positive, enlightening and inclusive—share global stories of unparalleled human spirit fighting back from the darkest places, and the opportunity for us to understand ourselves and those around us better.

I am incredibly proud to be working alongside Oprah on this vital series.”

Oprah Winfrey speaks during an event to mark the launch of Apple TV+ in March.

According to the announcement, the multi-part documentary series focuses on mental illness, as well as mental wellness. It also aims to inspire the public to “have an honest conversation about the challenges each of us faces, and how to equip ourselves with the tools to not simply survive, but to thrive.”

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Prince William and Kate Middleton

The project should come as no surprise to royal admirers. As fans are well aware, Harry has supported mental health initiatives for years, including the Heads Together campaign he started with Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Oprah was a guest at Harry and Meghan's wedding at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle last May, and she is said to have formed a friendship with Meghan's mother Doria Ragland

“This commitment builds on The Duke of Sussex’s long-standing work on issues and initiatives regarding mental health, where he has candidly shared personal experience and advocated for those who silently suffer, empowering them to get the help and support they deserve,” the announcement stated.

Prince Harry and Prince William at the royal wedding in May 2018

“His Royal Highness has spent many years working with communities throughout the UK and young people across the Commonwealth to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and broaden the conversation of mental wellness to accelerate change for a more compassionate, connected and positive society.”

Harry has previously opened up about his own battle with depression, revealing that he 'very close to a complete breakdown on numerous occasions'. Brother William, pictured with Harry last May, urged him to speak to someone

Oprah has also opened up about the subject over the course of her career through her several media channels.

The Duke of Sussex today announced a partnership with Oprah, as co-creators and executive producers of a mental health documentary series for Apple. Harry is seen in London this month

It looks like Oprah is looking forward to working with the royal, too.

Watch a video of Prince Harry teaming up with Oprah Winfrey

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SDZfiK7Urs

“Delighted to be partnering with you,” she wrote in the comments section of the Instagram post. “Hope we shed a lot of Light. And change some lives!”

Oprah attended the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, seen last May, and is friends with the couple

Of course, this isn’t the first time the two have engaged with one another. As fans will recall, Oprah attended Harry and Meghan’s royal wedding in May 2018.

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