Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Put a Strong Show Amid Family Turmoil — and One Gesture Says It All
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry supported each other as they arrived in Brussels on Tuesday.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have faced enough upheaval in the past several years. However, what they are experiencing now, following the allegations against Thomas Markle, is unprecedented and equally horrifying. On Tuesday, the Sussexes traveled to Brussels amid what could be the most turbulent time in their personal lives. But their support for each other on such an important occasion showed in one simple gesture.
Arriving to camera flashes and crowds of onlookers, Markle and Harry tightly held each other’s hands as they walked into the European Parliament to open the Lost Screen Memorial. They spoke with grieving families and dignitaries but tried to stay close throughout. Given the sensitive nature of the installation and the event, the Duchess of Sussex would have undoubtedly felt emotional.
Initially, the pair was scheduled to give a rare joint keynote address. However, Markle withdrew from the speech following the controversy surrounding her father. A source claimed that she was not “strong enough” yet. The Duke of Sussex delivered a moving solo speech that underscored the importance of online safety for children. Although his wife did not take part in the address, she came to support him. Harry made sure she felt supported by holding her hand throughout the event. The Duchess seemingly ignored media questions about her father as they arrived at the venue.
Apart from the keynote speech, the Duke also took part in a panel discussion that covered topics from the responsibilities of tech companies to preventing online s*xual abuse and exploitation of children. The panel took questions from audience members, but media queries were not allowed.
Markle and Harry looked in sync, dressed in a similar color palette. The Duchess opted for a smart dark trench coat, trousers, and a fuss-free bun. She completed the look with black hoop earrings and a red poppy in honor of Remembrance Month. Harry wore a navy blue suit, a crisp white shirt, and a patterned tie. He was also wearing a red poppy. Although they were in the UK, the pair did not attend Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph with the rest of the royal family. Instead, the Duke, a military veteran, attended a memorial service in Brackley, Northamptonshire.
The Lost Screen Memorial is close to the Sussexes’ hearts. It was first unveiled in New York last year, before being moved to Geneva earlier this year. And now it has shifted to Brussels.
