Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have faced criticism for their actions during the Invictus Games.

The couple, known for their desire to be in the spotlight, took their own personal photographer, Misan Harriman, to the event.

Harriman recently shared behind-the-scenes photographs of the couple on Instagram, taken at the 2023 Invictus Games.

This move has been seen as yet another attempt by the couple to make the event about themselves rather than shining a light on the participants and the purpose of the Games.

The black and white photos released by Harriman seem to portray Harry and Meghan as timeless and famous figures, similar to working royals or US presidents.

This subtle manipulation is believed to be a psychological tactic to align the public’s perception with that of the couple.

In one of the photos, Meghan can be seen wearing a red gown by Carolina Herrera, featuring a deep neckline, plaited skirt, and a thigh-high split.

The couple’s non-profit organization, Archwell, also shared photos taken by Lee Morgan, showcasing their dynamic inside the event.

Critics have pointed out that in almost every photo taken of them, Meghan and Harry are seen holding hands, further emphasizing their focus on themselves rather than the veterans being honored at the event.

It is worth noting that Bon Jovi, a patron of the event, was also in attendance.

He was honored with the 2021 Intrepid Lifetime Achievement Award for his work with the John Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, which combats food insecurity and veteran homelessness.

Bon Jovi and his wife dressed casually in suits, while Meghan’s choice of attire drew attention.

Meghan’s decision to wear a red Carolina Herrera gown has been met with tabloid criticism.

Some have likened it to a cheap prom dress that appeared ill-fitting and wrinkled.

Critics argue that the outfit was inappropriate for an event honoring war veterans, especially as women are typically not attendees at such gatherings.

This choice of attire has further fueled the perception that Meghan seeks to shift the focus onto herself rather than the purpose of the event.

Interestingly, Meghan’s attempt to draw attention through her attire backfired.

Getty’s photo gallery featuring Bon Jovi and the soldiers garnered five times more viewers compared to those interested in Meghan’s red dress.

This indicates that people were more interested in the true honoree and the purpose of the event rather than Meghan’s fashion choices.

There are claims that only Harry was invited to the gala, and their PR agent requested that he be given the opportunity to speak about PTSD at the party.

The gala, organized by the Intrepid Foundation, is a private non-profit company.

The Intrepid Navy, Air and Space Museum, which houses the decommissioned USS Intrepid, relies on grants and donations to operate.

While the appropriateness of Harry’s suit and Meghan’s dress may be debated, it is important to note that this was not a US military-sanctioned event, nor were military medals earned.

It was primarily a campaign fundraiser, with tickets priced at $2,500 per plate.

To be fair, Bon Jovi is a close friend of Harry’s.

They previously collaborated on a single called “Unbroken” with the Invictus Games choir, which was recorded at Abbey Road Studios.

All proceeds from the single go to the Invictus Games Foundation, supporting the recovery and rehabilitation of wounded, injured, or sick military personnel.

However, Harry has been branded as tragic for his collaboration with Bon Jovi, adding to the criticism he and Meghan have faced for their self-centered approach at the Invictus Games.