Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent interaction with the royal family has been described as hard-hearted and unpleasant, according to a body language expert.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who appeared alienated during their last encounter with the royals, joined them in September 2022 for the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth.

It was during this somber event that the tension between the Sussexes and King Charles became evident.

Photographs taken at the funeral showed Harry and Meghan walking behind Charles on their way to pay their respects.

Body language expert Judy James believes that these images highlight the sense of alienation between the two factions.

She noted that the pictures make Harry’s subsequent disloyalty to his father appear even more callous and unpleasant.

As they descended the palace staircase, Charles walked ahead, seemingly oblivious to his younger son and his wife trailing behind.

There was no sign of familial closeness or communication, despite the powerful non-verbal cues.

James also observed the emotional connection between Harry and Charles.

While Charles appeared solitary with his head bowed in grief, Harry’s tilted head and furrowed brows suggested he was silently sharing that sorrow with his father.

Furthermore, James commented on the seating arrangement during the funeral, noting that Harry and Meghan were positioned directly behind Charles and Camilla.

This placement, traditionally considered vulnerable in terms of potential attacks, could signify the trust Charles had in his emotions towards his son.

Despite previous comments and claims, it allowed Harry to witness his father’s vulnerability caused by grief up close.

Perhaps it served as an olive branch in their strained relationship.

The Sussexes’ alienation from the royal family has been a topic of discussion since their departure from official duties.

While their decision to step back from their roles as senior members of the monarchy was met with mixed reactions, their subsequent public statements and interviews have further strained their relationship with the institution.

The funeral of Queen Elizabeth, a deeply significant event for the royal family, provided an opportunity for Harry and Meghan to reconnect with their relatives.

However, the expert analysis suggests that the encounter only served to emphasize the growing divide between them.

It is worth noting that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have embarked on a new chapter in their lives, embracing opportunities outside the confines of the royal family.