Prince Harry as 'Spare': Expert Unveils Awkward Body Language at Meghan’s Summit
The Sussexes' Love-Hate Relationship: Meghan Takes Center Stage, Leaving Harry Looking Like a Spare
In a shocking display of royal protocol gone wrong, Prince Harry was relegated to the sidelines as his wife Meghan Markle stole the show at the Time100 New York summit earlier this year. The Duchess of Sussex was beaming with confidence, flaunting her new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, despite it being panned by critics just weeks prior.
Meghan's glowing smile and poised demeanor left everyone in awe, but beneath the surface, sources close to the royal couple claim that Harry is feeling increasingly emasculated. The once-suave Prince of Wales has been reduced to playing second fiddle to his powerhouse wife, who seems to be calling the shots in their relationship.
As they arrived at the summit, Harry was seen chaperoning Meghan from their private car, but it was clear that she was the true star of the show. Body language expert Judi James couldn't help but notice the "awkward" dynamic between the pair, describing it as a moment that defined how Harry has "swapped life as a royal 'spare' for a life as a Montecito 'spare', looking more like Meghan's security here than her high-status, regal husband."
The telltale sign of their relationship's power imbalance was when Harry sprinted around to reach his wife as she emerged from the car. He was mirroring the body language of the real security guard behind him, trying desperately to keep up with his more confident partner.
As they walked into the venue, Meghan took center stage, leaving Harry to trail behind her. When she hugged a greeter with both arms, Harry was left standing awkwardly, attempting to salvage his dignity by hiking up the back of his pants with his hand. It was a cringe-worthy moment that left many wondering if Harry's ego is taking a hit in their relationship.
The 38-year-old Duchess looked stunning in her £1,970 Ralph Lauren silk-linen blazer and £1,785 wide-leg trousers, paired with £650 Manolo Blahnik suede heels. She accessorized with an eye-watering £35,000 worth of jewelry, including a £7,050 Cartier bangle and Tabayer gold hoop earrings worth £6,950.
But what really caught the attention was Meghan's revelation about her son Archie's first tooth being loose – a milestone that eerily mirrored his cousin Prince Louis' two missing front teeth. When asked how she stayed "focused" while juggling her high-profile life, Meghan claimed to not go online and instead prioritizes creating boundaries for herself and her mental health.
However, insiders claim that Meghan is using her platform to promote her lifestyle brand As Ever, which has been met with lukewarm reception from critics. The second installment of her Netflix show, which features a new cast of guest stars, has been described as "underwhelming" and "just a bunch of random people she knows."
One Hollywood insider spoke out about the lackluster A-list presence on Meghan's show, saying it's a clear indication of her waning influence. Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams added that "the total absence of A-listers from Meghan's second cookery series, as well as the first, can only mean one thing – a lack of pulling power which is embarrassing."
In contrast to Meghan's wedding, where A-listers like Serena Williams and David Beckham were in attendance, her Netflix show has been criticized for lacking star power. Journalist Tina Brown wrote in her bestseller Palace Papers that "the celebrity guests were a portrait not of Meghan's intimate circle but of the friends she most wanted to recruit." But it seems that mission failed, leaving Meghan to rely on her friends rather than major guest stars.
As the spotlight continues to shine brightly on Meghan, it's clear that Harry is feeling the heat. With their relationship dynamics becoming increasingly strained, one can't help but wonder if the Sussexes' love story will continue to play out like a Shakespearean drama – with Meghan as the star of the show and Harry relegated to the sidelines.
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