Even the royal family has its “dysfunctional” moments, according to Mike Tindall’s podcast host James Haskell. The 39-year-old former rugby player offered a rare look at what members of the British monarchy are like behind closed doors after attending various royal family events over the years.

Former England international rugby star James Haskell, who is friends with Zara Phillips' husband Mike Tindall, has revealed what he thinks of the Royal Family

Former England rugby international James Haskell has shared a cryptic six-word message about the Royal Family as he revealed what he really thinks about the royals

James Haskell, a close friend of Zara and Mike Tindall, has shared unfiltered views on the Royal Family, describing them as "dysfunctional".

The former rugby player co-hosts a podcast with Mike Tindall, who is married to Princess Anne's daughter, Zara.

James Haskell, who is friends with Prince Harry and Mike Tindall, has opened up about his experiences with the royal family, and he didn't hold back in his assessment

While James, 39, made a bold comment about the royals, he did also confess that they play an "important role," saying: "I went to Harry and Meghan's wedding. I went to Mike and Zara's wedding. To those who want to get rid of the monarchy — once they're gone, they're gone.

Mike Tindall's friend and podcast co-host James Haskell slightly shaded the royal family in an episode of "The Good, The Bad & The Rugby." "Some aren’t as great as others. They do amazing work — but they’re also a modern family that’s very dysfunctional,

Prince Harry’s pal James Haskell has thoughts about the British monarchy. The retired professional rugby player, 39, spoke to the Times in an interview published Tuesday about his experiences — good and bad — with the royal family.