Megan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has once again found herself at the center of controversy, this time for allegedly stealing attention from the real protagonists of the Invictus Games.
The event, which is beloved by her husband Prince Harry and aims to celebrate wounded veterans, was overshadowed by Megan’s arrival in Dusseldorf last week.
Arriving fashionably late to the party, a day after Prince Harry had kicked off the Games, Megan seemed to steal the spotlight with her presence.
Body language expert Jesus Enrique Rosas, in a conversation with GB News, noted that Megan appeared to march in front of the veterans, an act that many found shocking.
“Megan stealing attention from the real protagonists of the Invictus Games is a wasted opportunity,” said Rosas.
While Megan has been praised in numerous PR articles for her involvement with wounded soldiers, a viral Twitter clip has cast doubt on her true intentions.
In the clip, Megan is seen engaging in a photo opportunity with a wheelchair-bound veteran.
However, there is a notable absence of acknowledgement or interaction with the person occupying the wheelchair.
Instead, Megan appears solely focused on capturing a selfie, using the vet as a mere backdrop for a photo.
Critics argue that this behavior reflects Megan’s prioritization of photo opportunities and PR strategies over authentic and meaningful interactions with individuals she meets at such events.
Family members of injured soldiers have also expressed disappointment, highlighting Megan’s perceived disrespectful attitude towards their loved ones.
Observers have even noted instances where Megan appeared to wipe her hands on other people’s clothing after brief interactions with wounded soldiers.
These actions have sparked discussions about Megan’s approach to public appearances and the perception that she may not genuinely value or respect the people she meets.
A simple gesture, such as a handshake or asking for someone’s name, can go a long way in making people feel valued and respected, contrasting with Megan’s perceived approach of using them as props for photo ops.
Furthermore, some have pointed out that Megan gave an athlete an unsolicited kiss.
In one picture, Megan can be seen laying a kiss on the athlete, but upon closer inspection, it is clear that she kissed the woman with the side of her mouth, avoiding any actual contact.
This act has been criticized as disrespectful and insincere.
It is not just her actions towards veterans that have come under scrutiny.
Megan also seemingly ignored a member of the Sussex squad who was caught behind the camera saying, “Megan, the Sussex squad is here.”
This has led to speculation that Megan purposely chose to ignore them to create the illusion of not knowing who they were.
In addition to these incidents, a video by the Royal Grift on YouTube has accused Megan of being racist based on her choice to join a white sorority at Northwestern University rather than a black one.
The video also highlights instances where Megan allegedly avoided hugging a black woman during engagements.
Despite the Sussexes’ claims and the support of their experts in the recent Netflix documentary, “Harry and Megan,” critics argue that the royal family serves millions of black people throughout the Commonwealth, primarily people of color.
This raises questions about Megan’s accusations of racism within the royal family.
The controversy surrounding Megan’s actions at the Invictus Games has ignited a heated debate about her approach to public appearances and her treatment of individuals she encounters.
While she may be praised for her involvement with wounded soldiers in PR articles, her behavior during these events has left many disappointed and questioning her true intentions.