The mother of a US war hero killed in Afghanistan has hit out after Prince Harry was given the award that honours her son. The Duke of Sussex is set to receive the Pat Tillman Award for Service in Hollywood next month. It is an honour meant for someone with a strong connection to sports who has served others in a way that honours the legacy of Pat Tillman, a former NFL player and US Army Ranger who was killed in action in Afghanistan .
However, the decision to give the accolade to Harry has sparked huge controversy. Following on from TV host Pat McAfee airing his discontent on air , the mother of the fallen soldier his criticised the decision and claimed she was not consulted. For all the latest on news, politics, sports, and showbiz from the USA, go to The Mirror US .
READ MORE: Prince Harry 'has effectively lost most physical contact with his nearest and dearest,' says expert The Daily Mail reports mum Mary fumed: "I am shocked as to why they would select such a controversial and divisive individual to receive the award. "There are recipients that are far more fitting. There are individuals working in the veteran community that are doing tremendous things to assist veterans.
These individuals do not have the money, resources, connections or privilege that Prince Harry has. I feel that those types of individuals should be recognised." The ESPY Awards (Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) is run by the sports TV network ESPN, with this specific award previously being hand.
