Unraveling Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Journey at The Summit
Dealing with Public Scrutiny
During the summit, Prince Harry was asked how he copes with the intense public fascination surrounding his life. As Andrew Ross Sorkin pointed out, people were constantly fascinated by every move he and Meghan made. Whether Meghan was in California or Harry in New York, articles were filled with questions about their independent events. Prince Harry humorously interjected, "Because you invited me, you should have known!" This response showed his light-hearted take on the situation. However, he also emphasized that such attention was not a good thing. He mentioned that there were false reports about them buying or moving houses multiple times and even getting divorced. But instead of getting caught up in it, he chose to ignore it and expressed sympathy for the trolls whose hopes were constantly dashed.He acknowledged that the attention would likely be spun or twisted against him, but he could only apologize as he was invited. This incident highlighted the challenges they face in dealing with the public eye.
Looking back on the past, Prince Harry reflected on the painful aspects and focused on the future. His main goal is to be the best husband and dad, raising their children in Montecito, California. He enjoys the activities he can do here with his kids that might not be possible in the UK.
Relationship with the Press
Having grown up in the royal spotlight, Prince Harry has had a unique lived experience with the press. He has seen stories written about himself and his family that were not based on reality. This has made him question the validity of information and the impact it can have over time.He believes that growing up in such an environment shapes one's perception and makes them more cautious. This awareness has likely influenced his approach to dealing with the media and protecting his family.
When it comes to online safety for young people, Prince Harry is committed to working with social media company shareholders. He sees them as the ones with the power to ensure children's safety and welcomes the chance to have discussions with them.
Separate Engagements and Strides
On December 4th, the couple was making separate engagements on opposite coasts. Prince Harry continued his trip to New York City for a launch of an art exhibit benefiting his charity, Sentebale. Meghan, on the other hand, was expected to attend the 2024 Paley Honors Fall Gala in Beverly Hills.A friend of the couple previously told PEOPLE that a twin-track approach is evolving in their public lives. Prince Harry is immersed in philanthropic efforts, while Meghan is focusing on entrepreneurial projects and commercial ventures.
A royal insider echoed this sentiment, stating that the Duke and Duchess have now found their individual rhythms. The Duke is focused on his patronage work, and the Duchess on her entrepreneurial track.