While Kate couldn't be present at the parade due to her ongoing recovery in Windsor after the January 16th surgery, Lady Geeka, the wife of Major General Sir Christopher Geeka, represented the Princess of Wales at the Irish Guards' St. Patrick's Day Parade. Despite Kate's absence, Prince William and Prince Charles shared a post on their official Instagram page, offering a sneak peek into the rehearsals and extending warm wishes for St. Patrick's Day.
Coincidentally, reports from The Sun newspaper claim that Catherine, the Princess of Wales, was spotted this morning alongside Prince William at a farm shop in Windsor, approximately a mile away from Adelaide Cottage. Witnesses noted that she appeared well and happy. This positive news is undoubtedly welcomed by many. However, Meghan Markle may find the return of Catherine, a powerful figure, unsettling. Meghan, who recently made a comeback to social media with the launch of her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, had taken advantage of Kate's illness to create a series of PR stunts in an attempt to avoid being overshadowed by the princess.
Commenting on the timing of Meghan's brand launch, commentator Kiny Scoffield pointed out that she had capitalized on Kate's situation, particularly from a marketing standpoint. However, Scoffield also mentioned that Meghan would not be relishing the fallout resulting from the princess's photo scandal. Even CNN, which has been known for its critical stance towards the monarchy, raised suspicions about Meghan's timing while acknowledging Kate's significantly higher popularity compared to Meghan's. Scoffield added, "I don't know if she's relishing in it, but I do know that it's clear that she's taken advantage of it."
According to expert analysis, Princess Kate is currently stealing the limelight in America, diverting attention away from Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. During a conversation on GBN America, Nanet Acuia Grace revealed that Americans were captivated by Kate's recent absence from the public eye due to her surgery. She noted, "Right now, a lot of the attention is on Princess Kate. So much is going on with her in the household right now." While opinions vary among critics, some expressing their lack of adoration for Meghan, many Americans find the royal drama fascinating to observe. However, it is worth noting that Kate is generally more favorably perceived, being regarded as a gracious and cultured lady, while Meghan is seen by some as attempting too hard to portray an image that doesn't align with her true self.
