Prince Harry's Privacy Lawsuit Twist: Friendly Messages from Past

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Prince Harry's privacy lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher hit a twist with

friendly messages from over a decade ago, now under the spotlight.

The 41-year-old Duke exchange's casual chats starting in 2011, with then-diary editor

Charlotte Griffiths, including party invites and snuggling references.

These texts surfaced as the 11-week high court trial wrapped arguments on March 31st.

Harry had testified back in January that he cut contact after learning she was a journalist,

claiming he met her just once at a friend's weekend bash.

The suit accuses associated newspapers of using private investigators for illegal tactics,

like voicemail hacking and blagging medical and flight, details from 1993 to 2011.

It's backed by Elton John, David Furnish and others, with Harry denying any leaky social

circle or journalist friendships.

Lawyers for the publisher argue Harry's own ties explain the leaks, but he fired back

emotionally, calling for apologies and accountability after, years of media pressure.

With Judge Matthew Nicklin taking a short Easter break before ruling, this could echo

Harry's prior win against another tabloid group, where he scored.

Over 10 million pounds in emissions of wrongdoing, keeping his media fight alive.