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ESPN responds t Pat Tillman’so mom’s complaint over ‘controversial’ Prince Harry receiving ESPY Award
at this year’s upcoming ceremony for his military experience and work on the Invictus Games.
But the announcement didn’t sit right with Mary, who slammed ESPN“ESPN, with the support of the Tillman Foundation, is honoring Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, specifically for the work of The Invictus
Games Foundation as it celebrates its 10th year promoting healing through the power of sport for military service members and veterans around the world,” ESPN said in a statement MondayThe prestige award is handed out to individuals who have made significant contributions in the world, which echo the legacy of the former NFL player and US Army Ranger, who enlisted after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Speaking out about the decision, Mary hit out at the sports network.“There are recipients that are far more fitting,” she added. “There are individuals working in the veteran community that are doing tremendous things to assist veterans.”
The baffled mother also pointed out that Harry is already famous and has received plenty of awards in his life, so ESPN should have chosen someone else who’s never been in the spotlight.