Meghan Markle and her husband, Prince Harry, have inadvertently sparked a heated debate on social media: should high-ranking individuals engage in public displays of affection, or should they remain demure and formal at all times?
The Royal Family is famously known for avoiding public displays of affection. Queen Elizabeth II exemplified this, once offering only a handshake to her son, then-Prince Charles, after his three-month trip to Australia. Hugging and kissing have long been shunned in the royal institution.
William And Kate’s Shift In Royal PDA
Notably, when Catherine, Princess of Wales, became ill with cancer, Prince William made efforts to hold her hand, walk closely by her side, and ensure her comfort and protection. He was seen caressing her back and fixing her hair.
Prince William and Kate Middleton also sparked a lively conversation when they released a video to announce that she had completed chemotherapy.
The clip shows them hugging and frolicking on the beach. While some praised this as an important step in allowing the royals to appear more relatable and share genuine moments, others believed they should remain formal and serious, avoiding hugging or kissing, arguing that such affection should be kept private.
Harry’s Backside Caress And Meghan’s Reaction
This week, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry appeared in New York, where their affectionate behavior contrasted sharply with more reserved royal norms. As they walked the red carpet to receive a Humanitarian Award, both dressed elegantly in stylish black Armani suits, Prince Harry was seen gently placing his hand on his wife’s bottom, a gesture diverging from tradition.
Online footage shows that Meghan appeared uncomfortable with that moment. She quickly broke away, offered a nervous smile, then wrapped her arms around Harry’s waist and walked away. She seemed to freeze briefly, prompting Harry to gently say, “Meghan, time to go now.”
Many believe Meghan signaled that this was not the right moment for intimacy. At an event honoring her work and dressed powerfully in black, she preferred to remain demure. She did not want public affection focused on her.
The Contrast In Royal Affection
While this may be shocking for royal watchers, it appears that Prince William and Meghan share a similar preference when it comes to public affection. Prince William has been observed gently removing his wife’s hand when she attempts to touch his arm or caress his back, or gently slapping her butt, often preferring to walk away quickly.
At the event, Meghan delivered a powerful speech about raising children in the digital age, encouraging parents to protect their children online.
Should high-profile couples be playful and sexy during major public appearances?
