It is extremely rare for the British royal family to comment on new TV productions. Now that's different. On Instagram, Kensington Palace announced that Prince Harry will produce his first TV series.
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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 couple have been working together for several months and are looking forward to sharing search for an important project on this global platform. The dynamic multi-part documentary series seeks focus on both mental illness and mental wellness, inspiring viewers to have an honest conversation about the challenges of each other, and how to equip themselves with the tools to survive, but to thrive. This commitment builds on The Duke of Sussex's long-standing work on issues and 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 on the commonwealth to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and broadening the conversation. 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 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. Oprah on this vital series. "
A post shared by The Duke and Duchess of Sussex (@sussexroyal) on Apr 10, 2019 at 2:58 PDT
In the documentary series he co-produced with US presenter Oprah Winfrey, it's about mental health. The episodes are meant to tell "stories of unique personalities" that "defy the most difficult situations," according to the message. The series is broadcast by the US technology giant, Apple.
The fact that the group has secured the services of Oprah Winfrey has been known for some time. For Prince Harry, it's the first TV project. For projects dealing with mental illness, but he had used earlier - for example, for the campaign "Heads Together". In 2017, he said he had used psychological help himself to process the death of his mother, Princess Diana.
The prince can be quoted as saying, "I firmly believe that good mental health - mental fitness - is the key to powerful leadership, productive community, and a purposeful self."
Apple had introduced end of March its subscription offer Apple TV +. With series and films from its own production, the group wants to compete with Netflix and Amazon Prime from the fall.