Mike Tindall's podcast co-host James Haskell is sharing what the British royal family is really like behind closed doors in a revealing new interview

England star James Haskell has some close royal connections through his friendship with Mike Tindall - and now he has given his surprising verdict on the royal family

Aside from Harry, Haskell also has a relationship with Prince William and Kate Middleton. He and Mike welcomed the Prince and Princess of Wales, as well as William’s aunt and Mike’s mother-in-law, Princess Anne, on their podcast in September 2023.

While James, 39, made a bold comment about the royals, he did also confess that they play an "important role," saying: "I went to Harry and Meghan's wedding. I went to Mike and Zara's wedding. To those who want to get rid of the monarchy — once they're gone, they're gone.

Former rugby player James Haskell called the royal family 'dysfunctional' while acknowledging their vital public role

Former rugby union player James Haskell, who has been best friends with Prince Harry for a long time, has labelled the British royal family "very dysfunctional", adding, some of the members "aren't as great as others.

In a candid interview, James Haskell, a close friend of Prince Harry, describes the royal family as 'dysfunctional' but emphasizes their importance to British society. He reflects on his experiences and the royal family's modern role amid changing societal views.

Prince Harry’s long-time friend and former English rugby union player James Haskell has branded the Royal Family as ‘very dysfunctional’ during an interview with The London Times, according to royal commentator Josh Rom.