While attending the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) game against David Beckham's Inter Miami, Harry shared a light moment with actor Will Ferrell, setting a jovial tone for the evening.
Interestingly, Meghan Markle's name was on the guest list, but she was nowhere to be seen alongside her husband. Harry appeared to be in high spirits as he cheered on his local team, and the guest list featured several notable figures, including Owen Wilson, Leonardo DiCaprio, and LeBron James.
This marked a significant contrast to his demeanor at the Beyoncé concert earlier in the week, where he had faced online mockery for appearing disinterested, with some even suggesting he looked like he was being held hostage.
However, at the LAFC Stadium, Prince Harry exuded a palpable sense of happiness, a noticeable change from his recent public appearances. Despite persistent rumors about his loneliness and misery in California, he appeared more relaxed and carefree when flying solo, according to some observers.
Furthermore, Prince Harry's decision to stay in a $9,000/night VIP suite in Los Angeles rather than returning home to Meghan has raised questions. Some have speculated that he enjoyed the rare opportunity to have a night to himself, unencumbered by marital responsibilities.
Body language expert Judy James noted that Harry looked genuinely happier, more excited, and more delighted while attending an event by himself. She also mentioned that the couple did share moments of delight at the Beyoncé concert, with Meghan pulling Harry in for a hug and both of them looking at their screen with smiles.
However, Judy James also pointed out that there were instances when Harry seemed like a mood dampener, particularly when standing apart from the group at the concert. She explained that Harry, being a royal and aware of constant media attention, might have felt the pressure to maintain the "Royal smile" when cameras were present, which occasionally resulted in moments that appeared as reluctance to enjoy himself.
The couple's appearance, with a seemingly sullen Harry and a dancing Meghan, may suggest some unusual dynamics between them. According to Daniela Elser, the frequency of such moments in public events has raised questions. She noted that the Sussexes have placed themselves in an environment where they are constantly under scrutiny and where strangers' phones are often trained on them.
This constant public gaze has led to immediate sharing of TikTok videos and other content on social media, capturing various moments from Harry's sour expressions to Meghan's dance moves and affectionate interactions between the Duke and Duchess.
Prince Harry's ringless appearance at the LAFC Stadium, coupled with Meghan's absence, has sparked discussions about the state of their marriage, while observers continue to scrutinize their public interactions and behavior.
