Crown star Dominic West reveals Prince Harry cut him off after he exposed the Duke's racy antics during raunchy South Pole expedition

Dominic West shared some behind-the-scenes moments from the charity trip that Prince Harry might have preferred to keep private. Prince Harry's involvement in the charitable event and his contributions to the team were highlighted positively by West, but the more informal and possibly irreverent moments, such as drinking champagne from a prosthetic leg, were perhaps details Prince Harry would have preferred not to be disclosed publicly.

Dominic West joined the Duke of Sussex on an ambitious trip as they both took part in the charity event Walking With the Wounded in 2013

Dominic West had immense admiration for Prince Harry's involvement in the expedition and highlighted his skills and dedication, even portraying him as a hands-on team member. His description of Harry's efforts in building impressive latrines showcases a different, more relatable side to the prince, portraying him as someone who actively contributed and wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty, so to speak.

West portrays then-Prince Charles in the Netflix hit show The Crown, which Harry has previously said he watches

Despite the fallout post-press conference, it's evident that West held Harry in high regard, emphasizing his positive attributes and down-to-earth nature during the trip. However, the unintended disclosure of certain celebratory moments might have caused Prince Harry to distance himself due to the private nature of those details.

It was when he was pushed on the celebrations on reaching the South Pole that West slipped up

Dominic West unintentionally revealed some unconventional celebratory moments from the expedition, including details about drinking champagne from a team member's prosthetic leg.

This disclosure, while perhaps intended in a light-hearted manner, might have been seen as too personal or off-brand for Prince Harry, known for his efforts to maintain a certain public image and privacy.

West's previous praise and admiration for Harry's contributions during the trip contrast with these more informal details, which might have contributed to the fallout in their relationship following the press conference.

The fallout between Dominic West and Prince Harry was a result of West revealing too many personal and informal details about their expedition during a press conference. West mentioned the unconventional celebratory activities, including drinking champagne from a prosthetic leg and Harry telling "eye-wateringly rude jokes." These revelations might have been seen as crossing a line, especially for someone like Prince Harry, who is known for maintaining a more formal and controlled public image.

West told Times Radio that he 'said too much' about Prince Harry's celebrations on reaching the South Pole

While Prince Harry maintained a more serious and formal tone during the press conference, emphasizing the charity's goals and the significance of the expedition for wounded servicemen, West's disclosures might have been perceived as inconsistent with that tone. As a result, it seems they lost touch, with West acknowledging that he said too much in the press conference, leading to a lack of communication between them afterward.

Prince Harry takes down his tent as he joins the Walking with the Wounded team

His teammate Duncan Slater added: 'Harry was a real team player. There was always something to do and he was always instigating it.

The challenges faced during the Walking With The Wounded South Pole Allied Challenge were immense, with participants enduring extreme conditions and overcoming physical obstacles, including skiing across 208 miles in harsh weather conditions with temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees.

The participants each trekked for three weeks in total to reach the South Pole

The description of Prince Harry's involvement showcases his dedication and commitment to the team, ensuring that everyone felt included and supported despite the demanding circumstances. The camaraderie among the participants is evident from their willingness to engage in unconventional celebratory moments, like using a prosthetic leg as an improvised ice bucket for champagne.

Prince Harry and Dominic West (pictured) became close during the gruelling trek, but have not spoken since the press conference

The journey's significance was underscored not just by the physical feat but also by the camaraderie and support among the servicemen and women, some of whom were dealing with significant physical challenges. Prince Harry's celebratory comment upon reaching the South Pole reflects the relief and joy of the team after enduring such arduous conditions.

The Wire actor told the press conference at the time that Harry was 'a really cool guy, very much part of the team'