Meghan Markle and Prince Harry had a seemingly awkward moment upon arriving at the Time100 Summit in New York City on April 23, 2025, that quickly garnered attention. As the couple stepped out of their car at the prestigious event held at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Prince Harry, 40, appeared to reach out for his wife’s hand, but Meghan, 43, seemed to not notice. Instead, she embraced a woman who was waiting to greet her. Prince Harry stood by, adjusting his outfit while Meghan exchanged pleasantries with her friend, leaving Harry momentarily hanging.
After a brief pause, Meghan turned around as her husband caught up to her, and they walked into the building together. Body language expert Judi James analyzed the interaction, noting that Meghan appeared to take the lead while Harry seemed more passive. “Whether Harry’s leading or lurking here he appears to be in the role of ‘spare,’ displaying some awkward-looking body language poses while a more assured Meghan takes the starring role,” James observed. This dynamic was particularly noticeable given that Harry has long been known as the “spare” to the throne—a term he even used in the title of his 2023 memoir.
James also pointed out that Meghan’s body language displayed confidence and a sense of “star power,” as she adopted a distinct “celebrity wilt” pose with her arms bent at a 45-degree angle, her hands dangling in a way that suggested specialness. In contrast, Harry’s body language seemed more subdued, with his jacket hanging open and his expression less vibrant than Meghan’s. According to James, Meghan was the one who worked the cameras and instigated the warm hugs of friendship, while Harry waited his turn, a stark contrast to his former royal life where he was often seen alongside his family in more structured settings.
The couple arrived at the event in a motorcade of four cars, accompanied by security personnel. Prince Harry wore a dark suit, while Meghan looked chic in a tan blazer, matching pants, a white top, and heels. Meghan later took the stage at the summit and shared a heartfelt message about her happiness. “To have a partner and a husband who is so supportive and have healthy kids who are so joyful,” she said, expressing how grateful and happy she felt. She also mentioned her desire to return home to Montecito, California, before her son, Archie, loses his first baby tooth, adding a personal touch to her speech.
As they continue their life in California, Meghan and Harry remain estranged from the British royal family, having stepped back from their royal duties in 2020. They now reside in a $14 million mansion in Montecito, where they live with their two children, Archie, 5, and Lilibet, 3. Despite the ongoing public scrutiny, Meghan’s words at the Time100 Summit underscored her contentment with her family life and the support she feels from her husband.
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