Popham shared a photo on Instagram featuring herself with Meghan and Harry, expressing excitement about hosting them in BC for site visits related to Invictus 2025. However, the background of the photo, taken in front of the toilets, sparked curiosity among fans. A spokesperson for Lana Popham later revealed that Meghan and Harry happened to run into Popham near the toilets and seized the opportunity for a photo. This incident led to speculation that Meghan may have deliberately orchestrated the encounter, causing a backlash on social networks.
Critics commented on the awkwardness of the situation, with some suggesting that Harry and Meghan were strategically waiting near the toilets to photograph with notable figures. Others questioned the odd camera angle, while some Canadian fans expressed unfamiliarity with Lana Popham, deeming her a new target of the Sussexes' publicity efforts.
In a sarcastic tone, some compared the incident to lowly tactics like merchandising in parking lots or ambushing people leaving bathrooms for photos. Additionally, Meghan was likened to the character Hyacinth Bucket from "Keeping Up Appearances," accused of going out of her way to be photographed with influential individuals and trying to appear more significant than she is.
Separately, a source on Quora claimed that Meghan aims to revive and continue "Project Diana," contrasting her approach with Princess Diana's commendable work ethic, which Prince William continues to embody. The source criticized Meghan for allegedly portraying herself fraudulently and dragging Harry down with her. They also referenced Meghan's alleged disparagement of the monarchy, first through the "Finding Freedom" book and then via her interview with Oprah Winfrey. The couple has been accused of attempting to damage the monarchy's reputation, with claims of mistreatment and discrimination, later retracted. Since then, according to the source, the public has been bombarded with PR efforts portraying them as a royal power couple.
