Meghan ‘thinks Harry could win a Grammy’ for audiobook of Spare
Meghan Markle and her team apparently think Prince Harry is a ‘shoo in’ to win a Grammy next year.
They believe he has a good chance of scooping the award for Best Spoken Word (Best Audiobook, Narration & Storytelling Recording) for the audiobook of his memoir Spare, an entertainment industry insider tells the Daily Mail.
‘He’s a natural storyteller, has a soothing voice and even sings on the audio version,’ the source said.
‘Hollywood loves him. He’s got the gift of the gab and a fun sense of humour. He’s the one with the star power.
‘There’s even been talk about Harry appearing on the upcoming Academy Awards as a possible presenter [in March].’
The Duke of Sussex sings a verse of Your Song, by Elton John, at one point in the audiobook when talking about the tribute concert marking the 10th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death.
Harry reveals in his memoir Elton John turned down a request to perform Candle in the Wind – which he had rewritten for the funeral of the late princess – at the 2007 concert because the song was ‘too morbid’.
The source added: ‘It was Harry’s decision to sing Elton John’s song in the audiobook.
‘Who knew he could sing? Meghan thinks he’s up there with President Obama, who won the same award a few years back.’
Harry sings: ‘I hope you don’t mind. I hope you don’t mind that I put down in the words how wonderful life is when you’re in the world.’
This year’s Grammy Awards take place on February 5, and those nominated for the Best Spoken Word album include Viola Davis, Questlove, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jamie Foxx and Mel Brooks.
But Meghan hopes her husband will be considered for the 2024 award, following in the footsteps of Barack Obama.
Spare, which has sent shockwaves around the world, is still yet to be commented on by Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace.
The duke has made several TV appearances around the publication of his book, including an interview with ITV and the Late Show with Stephen Colbert in the US.
Meghan has mysteriously been absent and appears to have taken a step out of the spotlight since the publication of his book.
The couple were last seen together in public in December 2022.
But she still offered gushing support from the backbenches of the couple’s official website, Archewell.
‘A huge congratulations to Prince Harry on the release of his memoir, Spare. As your team, we are proud to stand beside you, and celebrate you as the world finally hears your story in your words,’ a statement read.
‘Thank you for your courage, honesty, humor, and light. You’ve inspired us all.
‘With admiration, Your staff and team at Archewell and The Private Office of The Duke & Duchess of Sussex.’
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