Prince Harry opens up about the serendipitous way he first encountered Meghan Markle and the unforgettable details of their initial date in the premiere episode of Netflix's docuseries, "Harry & Meghan."
According to the Duke of Sussex, it was love at first sight when he stumbled upon Meghan's image in an Instagram post shared by a mutual friend during the summer of 2016. The post featured a video with a dog-eared Snapchat filter, capturing Harry's attention. Reflecting on the moment, Harry shares, "I was scrolling through my feed, and someone who was a mutual friend had a video of the two of us, it was like a Snapchat." Meghan adds humorously, "With dog ears. That's what she saw of me." Intrigued, Harry messaged their friend to learn more about the captivating woman with the dog ears, initiating the unique connection.
Meghan chimes in, revealing that she requested to see Harry's Instagram feed after learning about his interest. In the 2020 book "Finding Freedom," it was reported that Harry had a private Instagram account, which Meghan started following shortly after their initial interaction.
The docuseries premiere also sheds light on Meghan's perspective of their first date at London's Soho House. Initially assuming Harry's tardiness was due to ego, she quickly realized her misconception when he arrived, genuinely embarrassed about being late. Meghan candidly shares her initial thoughts, revealing the surprising truth about Harry's character.
Later in the episode, Prince Harry expresses that he recognized Meghan as "the one" due to the striking similarities between her and his late mother, Princess Diana. Drawing parallels in compassion, empathy, and warmth, Harry acknowledges the profound connection he felt.
In a 2017 Vanity Fair interview, Meghan discussed how Harry's unwavering support helped her navigate challenges, emphasizing the strength of their bond amid media scrutiny. As their love story unfolds, "Harry & Meghan" provides an intimate glimpse into the unique and heartwarming journey of the royal couple.
