Reports have surfaced suggesting that Meghan Markle’s involvement in the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games has been revoked by host Hadnet Tesfaye.
New sources reveal that she will no longer be participating in the event, causing quite a stir among fans and critics alike.
The German Ministry of Defense reportedly stood firm in rejecting Meghan’s spokesperson’s insistence on her participation alongside Prince Harry in a live interview scheduled for September 9.
German media has stated that Meghan is not taking this decision lightly, with her spokesperson persistently advocating for her involvement.
Adding to the commotion, there is speculation surrounding the availability of helicopters needed for transportation.
A spokesperson for the Invictus Games has confirmed to German media that Meghan will not be delivering a speech during the closing ceremony.
Initially, she was set to play a special role alongside presenter Hadnet Tesfaye in moderating the stories of war-disabled competitors and their families on the Invictus Games website.
However, this information has since been removed from the site, indicating that Hadnet Tesfaye will now assume this responsibility alone.
Critics argue that Meghan Markle is ill-suited for the Invictus Games, claiming that she has done little for veterans aside from using them for self-promotion.
There are sentiments that the Invictus Foundation may have responded to public feedback and concerns regarding Harry and Meghan’s involvement.
Some even suggest that Harry should also be removed as their patron, citing his controversial speech regarding British support for veterans returning from Afghanistan.
Meghan’s removal from speaking or moderating roles could be a direct result of the growing unpopularity and complaints against her.
Major sponsors like Disney and Boeing reportedly threatened to withdraw funding or support if Meghan were to give a speech, given the current negative associations with her.
Consequently, the Invictus Games organizers had no choice but to distance themselves from Meghan.
Speculation arises as to whether Meghan desired a prominent role at the Invictus Games to divert media attention from other significant events, such as the one-year anniversary of the Queen’s death and Prince William’s visit to New York City.
Additionally, there are suggestions that the organizers may have grown weary of Meghan’s demands, leading to her removal from the event.
Anticipation of potential drama in Montecito looms, as Harry’s absence from the Invictus Games might prompt Meghan to express her displeasure by not attending either.
Observers note that Rita Ora’s performance adds intrigue to the situation, as she has been associated with Harry in charitable functions and has commented on Meghan and Harry in the past.
Amidst these developments, Meghan’s behavior during the Netflix docuseries, “Heart of Invictus,” has caught attention.