Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s recent appearance in Colombia during their so-called quasi Royal tour has provided the world with another intriguing glimpse into their dynamic.
As the couple took to the stage at the Petronio Álvarez Festival, they made notable fashion choices, though the attention seemed to fall on Meghan for less than flattering reasons. Clad in a green printed strapless maxi dress, Meghan embraced the spotlight, while Prince Harry, dressed in his usual navy pants and a blue button-down shirt, was presented with a gift on stage.
Despite Harry's moment, Meghan couldn't resist making the event center around herself. Her dress, intended to make a bold statement, instead looked like a fashion misstep, featuring mismatched straps that gave off an impression of being cheap and mass-produced. For someone with a reputation as a fashion icon, the outfit fell short of expectations, resembling something more suited to a discount rack.
Amid the crowd's cheers, Meghan made a valiant, albeit awkward, attempt to connect with the locals by speaking Spanish. However, it was not her language skills or fashion choice that truly stole the show, but rather her behavior towards Harry. During his gracious acceptance of a musical instrument from the event organizers, Meghan displayed an unusually possessive gesture by clinging to him with both hands. This incident underscored a recurring pattern of Meghan’s behavior: a need to remain at the center of attention, often at the expense of appearing supportive.
This clinginess is not a new development; Meghan has previously been caught on camera displaying a similar tight grip on Harry, as if she were using him as a security blanket to prevent him from making a misstep that might reflect poorly on her. Unfortunately, this behavior does little to project the loving, supportive image she aims for. Instead, it comes across as more akin to a child clinging to a parent out of fear of abandonment.
The body language of those around them during this moment was telling; forced smiles and lackluster enthusiasm suggested that the spectacle was less than well-received. Colombian dignitaries, including politician Alejandro Ávila and his actress wife, Taliana Vargas, may have appeared pleasant for the cameras, but one can imagine their reactions once the cameras were off.
Meghan’s overtly clingy behavior only highlights her insecurity and desperate need to control the narrative. The public displays of affection and the awkward arm-holding seem less about genuine emotion and more like a desperate cry for validation. Behind closed doors, it’s reported that Harry may have become disengaged, finding solace in escapism while Meghan grapples with her unfulfilled aspirations for status and influence.
The real tragedy of the Sussexes’ Colombian excursion isn’t the tepid reception or lack of genuine enthusiasm; it’s the palpable tension between Harry and Meghan that renders the entire event uncomfortable to witness. The combination of clingy behavior, fashion missteps, and desperate attempts to command attention adds up to a tour that seems less about diplomatic engagement and more about managing a deteriorating public image.
