Prince Harry made an unexpected appearance at the NFL Honors gala in Las Vegas shortly after arriving in the U.S. from a quick trip to the U.K. to see King Charles. During the event, he presented the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award to Cameron “Cam” Heyward of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Addressing the audience, Harry praised the players for their exemplary conduct both on and off the field, highlighting their influence as role models and their dedication to community service. He emphasized the significance of the award in recognizing individuals who go above and beyond in serving their communities.
Heyward expressed his astonishment and gratitude upon realizing that Prince Harry was presenting him with the award. He thanked his family, teammates, and the Steelers organization, becoming emotional as he spoke about his late father’s influence and the opportunities he has been given.
In addition to his achievements as a defensive lineman for the Steelers, Heyward leads the Cameron Heyward Foundation, which focuses on combating childhood hunger and cancer, promoting literacy among children, and supporting students and teachers. This aligns with Harry’s charitable endeavors through the Archewell Foundation.
Harry’s attendance at the NFL event followed his return to the U.S. from a brief visit to the U.K., during which he met with his father, who recently disclosed his cancer diagnosis to the public.