‘He was Mr Perfect… now we’re seeing his true colours’: How Harry Styles cultivated his ‘good boy’ image… and why fans are now turning on him after this controversial new move

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One X-Factor audition stands out in many people’s minds: Harry Styles‘ performance of Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely” in 2011.

Though his performance wasn’t perfect and showed some nerves, the 16-year-old quickly won over the country with his adorable appearance and curly brown hair.

Harry quickly became incredibly popular with both little girls and their mothers, turning him into a worldwide sensation. His original audition video now has over 27 million views on YouTube.

Fans quickly began taking tours of his hometown, Holmes Chapel in Cheshire. These tours highlighted places like ‘Harry’s Wall,’ where he shared his first kiss, and the W Mandeville Bakery, where he worked on Saturdays before becoming famous on The X-Factor.

I’ve been a fan since the very beginning, and watching Harry’s journey has been incredible. One Direction, the band that first made him famous, sadly didn’t last, but his career as a solo artist just exploded! He really became the biggest male artist around, and I was so thrilled when he won Album of the Year at the Grammys in 2023 – he absolutely deserved it.

This week, the singer is facing a surprisingly negative reaction. He’s experiencing a huge wave of criticism, as public opinion has quickly turned against him.

Even though he’s famous worldwide, some devoted fans say they’ve stopped supporting him, and others are threatening to protest at his next performance. What could have caused such a strong reaction against someone they once admired?

Sadly, I can reveal, it comes down to claims about money and what they claim is ‘greed’.

Fans are shocked by the extremely high ticket prices for the upcoming ‘Together Together’ world tour, which promotes his latest album, ‘Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally,’ set to be released in March.

Fans are feeling deeply let down by the high ticket prices – even for the worst seats – and it’s causing them to lose respect for the artist they once admired.

Tickets for the UK leg of Harry Styles’ upcoming tour, starting in May, cost between £144.65 and £279.45. VIP packages are available for between £468 and £725. Fans are saying this is a significant price jump compared to his 2022 ‘Love On Tour’ shows, where standing tickets cost around £90.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve been following the buzz around this tour, and I’ve noticed something pretty significant: ticket prices at Wembley Arena are nearly three times higher than they were last year! The Daily Mail highlighted this week just how much more fans are paying to see the show this time around.

Tickets to see him at Madison Square Garden in New York are now over £1000, causing many of his young female fans to miss out on the chance to buy them during the initial pre-sale.

Current listings for the Madison Square Garden show seats start at $1,400 [£1,019]. 

According to a source in the music industry, Harry Styles has navigated life after One Direction better than the other members. However, it now appears that the team around him is revealing a less favorable side.

Everyone thought he was flawless. He seemed like the ideal guy – always polite and well-behaved, even with all his fame. People often saw him doing everyday things like holding doors for others at Barry’s Bootcamp or biking around London on a Lime scooter.

Harry always seemed like a decent, ordinary person. But it looks like success might have gotten to him, and now he’s focused on money. It’s disappointing to see, honestly.

‘It’s fair to say he has always been regarded as an angel. But has the halo now slipped?’

Just last week, Harry announced he’s returning to the public eye. This comes after a break following the huge success of his album, Harry’s House, and its related tour.

His fans around the world will be thrilled to hear he’s planning a tour with extended stays in seven cities: London, New York, Amsterdam, Sao Paulo, Mexico City, Melbourne, and Sydney.

Delight turned to disappointment, however, when the ticket prices were revealed.

Harry Styles has added extra shows to meet high demand, but fan disappointment is also growing and becoming difficult to ignore.

Someone on X complained that Harry is asking $1,200 for a single concert ticket, feeling it’s unfair since he hasn’t performed in three years. They added that they shouldn’t be responsible for supporting his way of life.

She might be talking about Harry’s frequent travels – he’s taken several trips to Rome with his girlfriend, Zoe Kravitz, who is 37. He’s also building a large, £30 million home in Hampstead, London, by combining two separate properties.

A fan joked that the artist intentionally classified tomatoes as a fruit so concertgoers would have an excuse to throw them on stage.

Harry Styles has become known for connecting each of his albums to a different fruit, which he then features on his merchandise and album artwork.

Someone else online pointed out that concerts should be similar to going to a museum or the movies – a relaxed and enjoyable evening spent appreciating an art form.

‘You’re not supposed to take out loans or max out your credit card for it. Wake up people.’

One former fan captured the changing feelings perfectly, saying, ‘It’s hitting me that Harry Styles isn’t going to be around forever, and honestly, I’ve grown out of it.’

Tickets for his 2023 Love on Tour concert cost fans anywhere from £90 for general admission standing to as much as £200.

Tickets to see the show in London this June are available for £725, but these are standing-room-only and don’t guarantee a specific location.

People are starting to compare ticket prices to those of Taylor Swift’s hugely successful Eras Tour, where standing-room-only tickets cost around £172. However, Swift’s concert was a three-hour show with a large cast of dancers.

As a huge fan, I was really shocked when I saw the price of the new tour! It’s basically doubled from the last one, and honestly, it doesn’t seem like there’s a ton of difference in what they’re offering. It’s a bit disappointing, to be honest.

‘He’s not going to do anything drastic that requires that big of a hike in price.

Even if you blame his management, he ultimately has significant control over pricing decisions.

Honestly, it’s killing me that I might not be able to afford a Harry Styles concert anymore! Last time, I splurged £450 on VIP – it was totally worth it for early entry, all the merch, and being right there at the front. Now, I’m seeing prices climb and I’m seriously worried I’ll be stuck in the back this time. It’s just… not the same!

I was able to see Harry on tour last time because the tickets were reasonably priced. But this year, they’re so expensive that I doubt I’ll be able to afford even a single show.

Fans of One Direction were upset to discover that Harry Styles’ new single, ‘Aperture,’ is coming out on the same day as Louis Tomlinson’s first album in nearly four years.

Someone expressed their affection for Harry, but questioned whether releasing a new song at the same time as Louis’ album was a good idea.

Someone else pointed out that ending a four-year break with new music on the same dates as a former bandmate’s album release seemed deliberate. They, as a music industry professional, believe it wasn’t a coincidence.

As a lifestyle observer, I’m seeing a surprising amount of negativity directed at Harry Styles – it’s definitely a new experience for him after 15 years of being a total industry darling. Everyone’s wondering, will he bounce back strong by 2026, or is this the beginning of a major shift in his career? It’s a pivotal moment, and I’m keeping a close eye on it.

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2026-01-28 15:35