Sean Ono Lennon, the son of legendary musician John Lennon, has criticized Prince Harry's memoir, "Spare," labeling it as "whining" and "too much." Lennon's comments sparked a flurry of reactions, with some defending the Duke of Sussex and others echoing his sentiments.
Sean Ono Lennon, the son of Beatles icon John Lennon and artist Yoko Ono, has unleashed a torrent of criticism upon Prince Harry's highly publicized memoir, "Spare." In a series of social media posts, Lennon expressed his dissatisfaction with the book, summarizing his review in two succinct words: "Spare Me."
His blunt assessment ignited a flurry of responses, with many coming to the defense of the Duke of Sussex. However, Lennon remained undeterred, engaging in witty banter with his followers.
One individual commented that Lennon himself was a "spare," to which he replied, "If you say so." Another stated that Prince Harry's memoir required "courage" to write, prompting Lennon to quip about the "todger story," an explicit account of frostbite on the prince's genitals.
Despite the critical reception, Lennon's actions have also drawn attention to the shared experiences between himself and Prince Harry. Both individuals grew up in the shadow of iconic parents who died prematurely under tragic circumstances. Lennon's father, John Lennon, was assassinated in 1980 when Sean was just five years old. Prince Harry's mother, Princess Diana, passed away in a car accident when he was 12.
Lennon acknowledged this common ground but maintained his criticism of Prince Harry's approach, saying that "the way he whines and wangs on about things is really too much." However, he emphasized that he empathized with Harry in general.
In another post, Lennon commented on the perception of Prince William as the "Golden Child" compared to Prince Harry. "That is very sad," he wrote. "I don't hold any of that against him. It's the stupidity that bothers me."
Lennon's comments also addressed his own accomplishments, including winning an Oscar for best animated short at this year's Academy Awards for "War Is Over," inspired by his parents' music. In response to criticism that he had not achieved similar commercial success as Prince Harry, Lennon retorted, "I mean, I don't care but I did win an Oscar this year so… I think I’m doing okay."
Overall, Lennon's critique of "Spare" has sparked a lively debate and raised questions about the public discourse surrounding Prince Harry and his memoir. While some view Lennon's comments as insensitive, others appreciate his candor and the attention he has brought to the challenges faced by children of high-profile figures.
