Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s close friend and photographer, Misson Harriman, has celebrated their son Prince Archie’s fourth birthday with a heartfelt photo.
The image depicts the young child touching a portrait of his late grandmother, Princess Diana.
This tribute was shared on Instagram by the Nigerian-born British photographer, who has previously captured memorable moments of Meghan and her family.
Prince Archie’s birthday falls on May 6, which coincidentally marks the day of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s coronation.
Due to this timing, Prince Harry made a brief solo trip to the UK to attend his father’s coronation, while Meghan stayed in California with their two children, Archie and Princess Lilibet, who is just one year old.
The photo shared by Misson Harriman was taken from Harry and Meghan’s Netflix docuseries, “Harry Meghan.”
It captures the touching moment when the Duchess of Sussex held up her son to a black-and-white portrait of Diana that hung in his nursery.
However, some people have raised speculations about the authenticity of the photo, suggesting that it may have been photoshopped or that Archie’s clothes appear fake.
One social media user pointed out the disproportionate proportions of Archie in the photo, questioning his age.
Another user mentioned the lack of connection between the children and their parents, comparing it to their own experiences with their kids.
These comments have sparked doubts and further scrutiny regarding the authenticity of the image.
Critics have also questioned whether the children were present on the flight dossier when Harry returned to the UK for his father’s coronation.
If they were indeed on the flight, it raises concerns about whether they traveled on a commercial flight with their nannies.
Additionally, some have noticed inconsistencies in the shadows of the trees in the photo, further fueling suspicions.
Despite the controversy surrounding the photo, Misson Harriman has recently received a tribute of her own from Meghan.
In a pre-recorded message for his TED Talk, the Duchess commended Harriman’s talent and reflected on the meaningful milestones he has captured for her family.
She praised his ability to capture events that have shaped the world and photograph some of the most recognizable faces on the planet.
In addition to documenting the notable moments of the Sussexes as a family, such as Princess Lilibet’s first birthday, Harriman is also renowned for his powerful photographs during the Black Lives Matter movement.
While the photo shared by Misson Harriman was intended as a heartfelt birthday tribute to Prince Archie, it has sparked debates and raised questions about its authenticity.
The controversy surrounding the image has led to speculations and doubts among social media users.
However, despite the criticisms, Harriman continues to be recognized for her talent in capturing significant moments for the Sussexes and beyond.