The Invictus Games is an event dedicated to honoring veterans and their families. In an unexpected and unscheduled moment, Meghan Markle suddenly took the microphone.
For anyone familiar with her career, handing her a mic is like giving candy to a child—she simply can’t resist. However, this time, something felt different. From the moment she began speaking, her demeanor seemed off. Her expressions were overly animated, her gestures exaggerated, and her speech filled with bizarre tangents. It was like watching an actress struggling to remember her lines.
What stood out the most was the audacity of hijacking an event meant to honor veterans. This is classic Meghan behavior—taking a moment designed to shine a light on others and redirecting it toward herself. She insisted she hadn’t planned on speaking, yet somehow managed to seize the mic faster than she grabbed her royal titles. And then there was the comment about Canada feeling like home. Was it really because of any deep personal connection, or was it simply where she filmed Suits, the stepping stone of her D-list career before she set her sights on bigger prizes?
The most telling reactions came from those on stage. The polite but strained smiles, the shifting glances, and the subtle discomfort were hard to ignore. These were military veterans—people who have sacrificed so much—standing there while she delivered what felt more like an impromptu monologue than a heartfelt address. Then came the introduction of Harry as "the father of our very sweet children"—an interesting choice of words, especially given the ongoing speculation about their family dynamics.
The contrast between her behavior and that of the true working royals was stark. Think of Catherine, who carries out public engagements with grace and dignity, always ensuring the focus remains on the cause rather than herself. Consider Queen Camilla, who supports King Charles with quiet determination, never seeking the spotlight. Meghan’s speech at the Invictus Games felt less like a tribute to veterans and more like an audition for a reality show.
Perhaps the most revealing moment was when she referred to the Invictus participants as Harry’s family. This was typical of her tendency to create artificial intimacy while subtly diminishing actual family ties. Watching Harry stand by, waiting for his turn as Meghan dominated the stage, was difficult to witness. This is the same man who once served with distinction in the military, now seemingly relegated to a supporting role in The Meghan Show.
Every time she pulls a stunt like this, the real heroes—the veterans—are pushed out of the spotlight. Imagine if all that energy for attention had been redirected toward genuine service. Instead of always positioning herself at the center, she could have followed the example of the working royals, who understand that public service is about dedication to others, not personal glory.
If the past is any indication, a carefully crafted PR response will likely follow. But by now, people have seen enough of these performances to recognize them for what they are. That’s why this community matters—because those who see through the act understand the difference between true service and self-service.
