Prince Harry found himself in an embarrassing situation when actor Ryan Reynolds refused to take a photo with him at a bar in Los Angeles.
The Duke of Sussex made a surprise appearance on Instagram after Rob McElhenney, star of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” posted a photo of himself and his co-star Glenn Howerton hanging out with Harry.
In the picture, Harry is seen wearing a black shirt and matching blazer while posing with McElhenney and Howerton.
The photo was taken during their attendance at a soccer match between Inter Miami CF and Los Angeles at FCBMO Stadium in LA in September.
McElhenney shared a carousel of photos, including one with Harry, captioned with a humorous remark about an allergic reaction to nuts in 2023.
He expressed gratitude to the people and places that made the year memorable and ended by saying he was excited for 2024, jokingly vowing to stay away from nuts.
The slideshow also featured a throwback photo with Ryan Reynolds, who co-owns the Wrexham soccer team with McElhenney.
However, Reynolds declined to take a photo with Harry, possibly due to tensions surrounding the Invictus Games involving the Harkles.
Many commenters on McElhenney’s Instagram post found humor in his multiple encounters with the royal family over the past year.
One user referred to the photo with Prince Harry as iconic, while another jokingly asked if McElhenney had attempted to fist bump the Queen.
Some users pointed out that Meghan Markle was absent from the picture, speculating that Harry was trying to appear as if he had friends in 2024.
Another commenter suggested that Harry was seeking an escape from the “Invisikids,” referring to his family.
Meanwhile, experts have weighed in on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s future endeavors as they enter the new year.
Culture expert Nick Eade believes that 2024 will be a crucial year for the couple to solidify their public image and career pursuits.
Eade advises them to focus on specific areas rather than trying to excel in multiple domains.
He suggests that Meghan should concentrate on lifestyle, beauty, fashion, and acting, while Harry should prioritize his involvement with the Invictus Games and his role as a father figure.
Despite their efforts to establish themselves in Hollywood, Harry and Meghan’s ventures have faced challenges.
Their Netflix deal has only resulted in two projects so far, and their previous partnership with Spotify ended prematurely.
The Sussexes have encountered difficulties partnering with major corporations, with a Spotify executive reportedly referring to them as “grifters.”
To curate a positive public image, they may benefit from redirecting their attention to their proven strengths, such as the Invictus Games and Meghan’s lifestyle projects.
As the new year unfolds, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will need to refocus their efforts and establish themselves more convincingly.
By concentrating on their respective areas of expertise, they can navigate the challenges of public perception and cultivate a successful career path.