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Body Language Reveals Harry's Doubt at Royal Forum
7 Feb
Summary
- Harry's facial expression suggested doubt about future royal collaboration.
- Meghan spoke boldly about women's empowerment amid #MeToo.
- The forum was the 'Fab Four's' only joint appearance onstage.
In February 2018, the 'Fab Four' — Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Prince William, and Kate Middleton — appeared together for the first and only time at the Royal Foundation Forum. Body language expert Judi James observed that Prince Harry's facial expressions, particularly a grimace, seemed to signal doubt and trepidation about future collaboration with his brother and sister-in-law. This contrasted with the apparent agreement shown by William, Kate, and Meghan.
During the forum, Meghan made a notable statement about women speaking out against sexual harassment, referencing the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements. Royal author Robert Lacey noted the audience's approval, while Tina Brown observed William and Kate standing expressionless as Harry watched Meghan with awe. This appearance preceded Harry and Meghan's announcement that Meghan would become a fourth trustee of the Royal Foundation, with Harry expressing pride in his soon-to-be wife joining their charitable work.
The forum, intended to showcase the quartet's united front, ultimately foreshadowed their later decision to separate their charitable work. Just 16 months after this joint appearance, Harry and Meghan announced their departure from The Royal Foundation to establish their own charity, marking a division of the couples' public duties.
