Over the years, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s loving moments have been photographed numerous times. Recently, a body language specialist investigated the significance of public expressions of affection.
Meghan Markle’s connection with her husband Prince Harry has been evident during their public appearances.
From the start, the royal couple endured criticism for their relationship. In his memoir, “Spare,” Prince Harry described the moment he introduced Meghan Markle to his family in 2016.
He stated that his father, King Charles III, originally loved her, but his brother, Prince William, was more reluctant, referring to Markle as “an American actress.”
They also discussed their ambitions to divide their time between the UK and North America. Notably, it was believed that neither Queen Elizabeth II nor Prince William had been contacted prior to the announcement, causing displeasure at Buckingham Palace. Senior royals were reportedly “hurt” by the couple’s decision.
After the couple welcomed their second child, daughter Princess Lilibet, Prince Harry and Markle’s relationship has suffered increased attraction from both the media and the public.
In recent months, Prince Harry and Markle’s separate public appearances have stired curiosity among royal watchers, fueling speculation about their relationship.
Harry took solo trips to New York and the UK in September 2024, even attending a high-profile charity event without Markle by his side.
Meanwhile, on December, 4, Markle made a dazzling appearance at the 2024 Paley Honors Fall Gala in Beverly Hills. She attended the event to support her close friend Tyler Perry, who was being honored by The Paley Center for Media. The two had a warm relationship on the red carpet, reflecting years of friendship.
While Markle mingled in Beverly Hills, Harry was across the country in New York City, participating in The New York Times’ DealBook Summit. During the event, he couldn’t escape questions about the persistent rumors seperation around his marriage.
With characteristic wit, he quipped, “Apparently, we’ve bought or moved house 10, 12 times. We’ve apparently divorced maybe 10, 12 times as well. So it’s just like, ‘What?'”
Behind these high-profile moments, royal biographer Phil Dampier suggests that Harry, now 40, appears to be searching for renewed purpose, driven by a deep desire to create meaningful change through his charitable pursuits.
“Harry sometimes feels like a spare part and he often looks unhappy when he’s out with Meghan at events in California,” the expert shared.
While Prince Harry’s solo appearances have paid attention and attracted conversations, his public interactions with Markle have not gone unnoticed. Their dynamic continues to be a point of interest.
The Duchess is often seen showing affection toward the Duke in public, whether holding his hand or gently placing a hand on his back, which carries deeper significance for the couple.
Another common sign is her hand on his knee, which James described as a “sensual” display of physical attraction and a “signal of ownership.”
