A source close to the couple has revealed that Meghan and Harry are disappointed as they were unable to attract significant attention during their latest visit to the city. Surprisingly, there was no crowd in the Hudson Yards area when the Sussexes arrived and departed.
When locals were asked about their thoughts on the royal couple being in the city, many expressed indifference. Despite several black SUVs parked outside the venue, most tourists and locals appeared unbothered by the presence of the Royals.
This was not the first time Meghan and Harry visited New York; they were there in May to attend the Miss Foundation's 50th Anniversary Gala. During that visit, there was a near-catastrophic car chase with paparazzi. However, this time, their security measures were more stringent, and they entered and left the venue with minimal notice.
A new photo from the event reveals that there was only a small audience for the Sussexes, with the majority likely being members of the press. It appeared that there were not even 50 people in attendance. Considering the resources spent, including the use of seven SUVs and the purchase of new outfits, it raises questions about whether they could have achieved the same impact through a 90-minute breakout session via Zoom, which would have been more eco-conscious and allowed them to be home for their children, something they claim is essential to them.
Harry and Meghan had high hopes for their New York City visit, viewing it as a potential comeback. Unfortunately, the auditorium had numerous empty seats facing them as they spoke, leading Royal expert Neil Shaw to describe it as "a very small and barely filled room." In contrast, Prince William received a warm welcome from New Yorkers during his visit, with people genuinely excited to see him.
Critics were quick to point out Megan's behavior during the event. She seemed to undergo an abrupt change in demeanor when the camera was not focused on her. After initially appearing distressed while listening to emotional stories, she quickly composed herself and began smiling. Carson Daly and others were taken aback by this sudden shift.
During her speech, Meghan repeatedly emphasized phrases like "me," "myself," and "I," which drew disapproval from many observers. Her behavior was seen as self-centered and thoughtless, especially in the context of a somber occasion where she appeared to not fully consider the grief experienced by other parents present at the event. Her laughter and smiles during such a moment were perceived as inappropriate.
Body language expert Judy James noted that Harry and Meghan appeared somewhat lost at events, and she expressed the opinion that they might regret not being part of the royal family. She highlighted their more approachable and tactile nature, but also pointed out that their behavior at times made William and Kate, in their earlier days, seem a bit stuffy. James concluded that they might be realizing the mistake they made by stepping back from their royal roles.
