Just hours before the news of the Princess of Wales's cancer diagnosis broke, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle resurfaced in the public eye.
The couple made an appearance at an event hosted by the Kinsey African-American Art and History Collection at Sofi Stadium yesterday, signaling their deepening involvement in public engagements. Meghan recently unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, while Harry was confirmed as a speaker at the two-day Betre Conference in San Francisco.
In a video shared on Instagram by screenwriter Matthias Koo, Meghan expressed her gratitude, saying, "I thought, 'Oh my gosh, the extension of that can mean you're vocal about your success. They'll see you and say you deserved it,' and hopefully you get to that place." She thanked the Kinsey family for their support, which was echoed by Miss Robinson, a supporter of the collection.
However, according to a video by YouTube Channel UK Royal Trends, the Sussexes' recent public speaking engagement took a dramatic turn for the worst. Harry and Meghan were met with a barrage of jeers and boos as they stepped onto the stage to deliver their speech.
Despite the hostile reception, the couple persevered with their prepared remarks, focusing on mental health awareness and the importance of overcoming societal stigmas. Speculation arose that the Kinsey Collection, known for its candid exploration of human s----lity, might not have been the most suitable platform for the Sussexes, who have cultivated a more sanitized public image.
Critics argue that the couple's ongoing public backlash, fueled by candid interviews and a perceived sense of entitlement, has reached a tipping point. Social media erupted with reactions, with some defending the couple's message while others echoed the sentiments of the booing audience members, expressing frustration with what they see as hypocrisy and self-absorption. It's unclear if the royal couple had any knowledge of Catherine's diagnosis when they attended the event.
Megan, dressed in a $4,800 Carolina Herrera floral-embroidered wool cape, and Harry, in a suit with an open-necked white shirt, attended the event. Megan introduced a new venture in the realm of cooking and lifestyle, named American Riviera Orchard, specializing in home garden food and lifestyle products. On the same day, Harry participated in the Diana Legacy Award event at the Science Museum in London via video link.
Earlier this week, former US President Donald Trump suggested that Harry might face deportation from America if he misrepresented his drug use on a visa application. Speaking to Nigel Farage, the Republican front-runner emphasized that appropriate measures would be taken if the Duke failed to disclose his past substance abuse.
Additionally, Harry and Meghan experienced a downgrade on the official Buckingham Palace website this week. Despite their contentious decision to step down as senior working Royals in January 2020, their individual profiles had remained intact alongside the rest of the royal family until yesterday morning.
