It was mentioned that most of these attendees had previously been present at events where they introduced Harry and Meghan. Rumors circulated from an earlier occasion that Meghan's choice of attire was considered inappropriate for the event's seriousness.
It later became evident that a photographer was present, presumably from Meghan's side, to document the event. However, it quickly became apparent that this was, in fact, a planned photoshoot specifically for Meghan. The photographer seemed uncertain about what to do, which left the Surgeon General perplexed, as he had expected a typical photo opportunity.
At one point, a coordinator from ARU Foundation signaled for both Meghan and the Surgeon General to hold their positions and quickly guided Meghan. Interestingly, no one summoned Harry to join the photo, seemingly indicating that the focus was solely on Meghan. The photographer was instructed by Meghan to take the picture, and her prominent veneers outshone even the white tablecloths.
Immediately after the photo was taken, some claimed that Meghan's mask slipped, and she was heard by a few nearby individuals informing the Surgeon General that the photographer was there for her personal use and not for the guests or the event's purpose. This likely contributed to the Surgeon General's later sour expression.
Throughout the event, there were several instances where Meghan attempted to insert herself into ongoing conversations that others were having. When her efforts weren't immediately acknowledged, she raised her voice, drawing attention from others. At one point, a representative from ARU Foundation intervened and directed Meghan toward another group for conversation.
Meghan's choice of attire appeared to be a mismatch for the occasion, as she was dressed in what seemed to be evening attire while others were in formal business attire. This sartorial choice stood out as inappropriate, creating a significant contrast with the other attendees. Such missteps were seen as a result of Meghan's inclination to dress in a manner that aims to appear glamorous or wealthy, sometimes overshadowing the importance of dressing with class.
The event was primarily attended by experts in the field of mental health, and there was no misconception among attendees that Meghan possessed expertise in this area. Her inappropriate attire and disruptive behavior during the conference were duly noted, and it was suggested that she failed to grasp the importance of maintaining a respectful and professional image in such a context.
Overall, the event attendees harbored strong negative feelings toward Harry and Meghan, which may have contributed to their absence from the gala dinner held after the day's events. This gala aimed to raise funds for a specific charity, with ticket prices in the thousands. It appeared that Harry and Meghan did not receive an escort for their security, and there were no crowds present. Sources suggested that they tend to leave events prematurely when they don't receive the recognition they expect. Additionally, New York did not provide them with escorted security, which resulted in the absence of crowds.
