Royal experts believe Meghan Markle often looks like an “appendage” when attending tours and engagements alongside Prince Harry. Ingrid Seward, a prominent royal commentator, recently shared her thoughts on the Sussexes’ evolving strategy in an interview with Nana Akua from GBN.
Seward suggested that Prince Harry and Meghan might have taken a new approach, choosing to focus on solo outings rather than attending events together. “I think what they’re doing or what they’re being advised to do is do their own thing,” he explained.
When discussing Meghan Markle’s role during their joint appearances, Seward commented that Meghan often appears as an “appendage” to Prince Harry. He highlighted how Harry tends to shine brighter during solo engagements. For exampleDuring her recent trips, which were described as “surprisingly successful,” Meghan was noticeably absent. Seward suggested that this could be intentional, as Harry seems to perform better alone.
“It makes no sense for me to take Meghan to Lesotho,” he added. Seward believes this solo approach plays to Harry’s strengths, particularly his work with children and disadvantaged communities. “Harry, or perhaps his advisers, have told him: you must raise your profile by doing what you do best,” he said. “He’s always been brilliant at it.”
He further commented on Harry’s public speaking skills, noting that he can be quite eloquent when giving talks. However, Seward questioned the purpose of his recent trip to Lesotho, speculating that he could have been raising awareness for the charity he supports. He suggested that Harry’s solo appearances allow him to keep the focus on his charitable efforts, rather than drawing attention to Meghan and what she wears, which often becomes a subject of public fascination.
Seward’s thoughts offer insight into the possible reasoning behind the Sussexes’ shift toward separate engagements, with Harry seemingly taking on a more independent role while Meghan takes a backseat during some of her high-profile activities.