In a surprising turn of events, Boeing CEO David Kowloon has called for a ban on Meghan Markle’s participation in the upcoming Invictus Games closing ceremony.
This announcement comes just one day after it was confirmed that Meghan and Prince Harry would be attending the event in Dusseldorf next month.
While Harry will be present from the start, Meghan is expected to join him later on in the competition.
Boeing, which recently expanded its support of the Invictus Games, serving as the presenting partner for the 2023 event, now finds itself drawing a clear line due to Meghan Markle’s involvement.
The company’s decision to potentially withdraw its sponsorship follows in the footsteps of Disney, another major sponsor, which pulled out after news of Meghan’s appearance in the closing ceremony broke.
The discontent towards Meghan Markle seems to stem from her alleged demands and behavior.
Rumors suggest that she has made specific requests for food, hotel accommodations, and other amenities, which have not been well-received by the veterans participating in the games.
It appears that Meghan’s presence may not be welcomed by the very individuals the event aims to support.
Negative reactions towards Meghan are also evident online, with numerous comments on Invictus websites expressing disapproval and protest messages being received.
This backlash may prompt the organizers to reconsider Meghan’s personal appearance at the event, as they aim to avoid any further negative repercussions that could reflect poorly on the Invictus Games.
However, it is unlikely that Meghan would willingly miss a photo opportunity such as this.
Pictures with wounded veterans are seen as beneficial for her personal brand, despite claims that she does not genuinely care about their cause.
Some speculate that Meghan is merely using the event as a means to gain publicity around the first anniversary of the Queen’s passing, attempting to overshadow other news, such as Prince William’s activities in New York City.
Critics argue that Meghan’s focus seems to be more on her own personal agenda rather than on the veterans and servicemen and women the Invictus Games aim to honor.
They point out that while she and Harry are reportedly earning millions for an Invictus documentary, their level of commitment and effort towards the cause appears lacking.
As the controversy surrounding Meghan Markle continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Invictus organizers will make the difficult decision to cancel her appearance to avoid further negative reactions.
The future of Meghan’s involvement in the Invictus Games hangs in the balance, with many hoping that this will be the last we see of her at the event.