Once upon a time, in the land of Hollywood attempts and British royalty, there lived a prince who decided to spice up the U.S. talk show scene. Prince Harry, once known for his royal roots, is now chasing the everyday American dream: a spot on a comedy skit. Just think about it, he could be starring in Christmas movies in Nebraska! But alas, this attempt at humor on “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert has made waves, and not necessarily the kind he was hoping for.

In what some might call a royal blunder, Harry joined Colbert, known for his not-so-award-winning jokes, for a skit that left audiences scratching their heads and searching for the remote. The prince featured in a cringe-worthy bit where he skated on thin ice with jokes about Christmas movies. Talk about mixing comedy with controversy! Playing the role of “rental royal” could be Harry’s latest venture here in America, and it seems many are saying “no thanks.”

Now, it’s not just Harry who’s navigating turbulent waters. Colbert himself is still on the air with “The Late Show,” and continues to entertain audiences. It’s almost poetic that both Harry and Colbert come together at this juncture—a comedy of errors, one might say. The prince is trying his hand at American showbiz while the late-night host clings to his comedic throne.

While Harry’s foray into American politics – without renouncing his royal titles, mind you – has stirred some debate, his recent appearance has only added fuel to the fire. It seems these attempts are making more waves than expected, and not the kind that help score roles in Hallmark movies. Who knew seeking stardom in Tinseltown would lead to so much intrigue?

All this chatter raises one burning question: Should a prince dabble in late-night TV? Much has been said about the royal couple’s media ventures, and this latest chapter surely won’t be the last. It looks like Harry’s quite determined to redefine his role away from Britain’s traditional pomp. But at this rate, maybe he ought to stick to what he knows best: royal duties, far away from the pressure cooker of Hollywood.

At the end of the day, who wouldn’t want a bit of royal glitz in their Christmas special? Yet here we are, watching royalty blend into the mix of American entertainment, with mixed reviews at best. As more headlines swell, the world waits to see if Prince Harry and his Hollywood endeavors will indeed find a home…perhaps not in Nebraska’s Christmas scenes, but somewhere a little less snow-dusted.