Prince Harry is seeking to secure Jennifer Lopez for a future Invictus Games event as competition between him and his brother, Prince William, increasingly extends into the realm of celebrity influence and philanthropic branding. According to people familiar with the effort, the Duke of Sussex has been "very starstruck" by Ms. Lopez and views her potential involvement as both a personal milestone and a strategic gain in elevating the global visibility of the Invictus Games.
The push comes as Prince William's Earthshot Prize continues to attract marquee figures, with recent additions such as Robert Irwin serving as high-profile ambassadors. Sources say Harry, 41, is feeling pressure to match his brother's public momentum. One insider said, "The Spare author is very competitive, so seeing his older brother Prince William reel in all these big names for his charity has lit a fire under him."
Harry has reportedly begun reaching out to multiple influential contacts in entertainment, but Lopez stands out as the priority. "He's reaching out to everyone that he's got a connection to, it's not just Lopez that he's trying to lure in," the source said. "But no doubt she's the most thrilling prospect for him because he's very starstruck by her."
A Lopez appearance would be a significant moment for the Invictus Games, founded by Harry in 2014 to support wounded, injured and sick service members and veterans. The organization relies heavily on global media attention and celebrity partnerships to expand fundraising and awareness. "If the Duke of Sussex, 41, can land her [Lopez] to make an appearance at an Invictus event, it would be phenomenal for the charity and a thrill for him too," the insider said.
The effort reflects the Sussexes' broader adoption of Hollywood-style engagement strategies since relocating to California. In the competitive U.S. philanthropy market, star power often determines whether an initiative breaks through public noise-something Harry and Meghan Markle, 44, have increasingly embraced.
The rivalry between the two sons of King Charles III now extends beyond personal estrangement. Their charitable brands-Invictus and Earthshot-compete for attention, endorsements and financial backing. For Harry, securing Lopez would be more than symbolic; it would be a direct counterweight to William's recent successes.
Harry's connection to Lopez is not new. In February 2020, Page Six reported that Harry and Meghan joined Lopez and her then-fiancé, Alex Rodriguez, for dinner in Miami. A source told the outlet, "Harry and Meghan got on really well with Jennifer and Alex, and spent some time chatting with them over dinner." Lopez reportedly invited the couple and their son Archie to spend time with her family in Miami-an indication of friendly rapport that Harry is now attempting to convert into a professional collaboration.
