Prince Harry is receiving an award at the Living Legends of Aviation Awards, joining celebs like Elon Musk. He's getting recognized for his time in the British Army and as a pilot, especially for his two tours in Afghanistan.
This award has gone to stars like John Travolta, Tom Cruise, and even business heavyweights like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.
"Harry's name was put forward because of his astonishing commitment to helping those in & out of the military, promoting awareness of the triumphs & travails of that life. But he stands tall as a philanthropist." - #LivingLegendsOfAviation #invictus #CongratulationsPrinceHarry pic.twitter.com/oQVzFtc93L
— D.B.???? (@DBrown99944) January 18, 2024
The awards are happening in Beverly Hills, hosted by actor and pilot John Travolta. Other aviation folks are also being honored. The night includes a reception, dinner, and then the awards ceremony.
Some people are saying Harry is only getting this because he's royal, not because of what he's done. They suggest he could turn things around by giving the award to someone else.
Supporters say it's not just about his military time but also his work with The Invictus Games, helping military mental health, and doing good things globally.
“I get a huge amount of fulfillment from giving back to as many people as possible. My life is charity - always has been, always will be.”
— Hekwen Penken (@HekwenPenken) January 19, 2024
- HRH Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex #HarryThePhilanthropist #ServiceIsUniversal #PrinceHarryLivingLegend #LivingLegendsOfAviation https://t.co/u0Rwwhf98S pic.twitter.com/ql0sUCjIht
John Travolta, who's a friend of Harry's mom, Princess Diana, supports Harry getting this award.
In short, while there's a bit of drama, Prince Harry is being recognized for his military and global contributions in the aviation world.
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