Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have sparked public debate since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, with one of their most talked-about moments following the launch of their Netflix documentary series in 2022.
In a pivotal episode of their show “Harry & Meghan,” the duchess recounted her initial encounter with the late Queen shortly after beginning a relationship with the prince in 2016.
Meghan revealed that she was caught off guard by the unexpected meeting with the British monarch, only learning about it moments before. Prince Harry mentioned that the Queen was the first senior family member Meghan met, emphasizing her lack of awareness about royal customs, which came as a surprise to her.
During their journey to meet the Queen, Prince Harry casually inquired if Meghan knew how to curtsy, leading to a humorous exchange where Meghan initially thought he was joking. Reflecting on the experience, Meghan likened the royal protocol of curtsying to the Queen to a theatrical performance akin to “Medieval Times, Dinner and Tournament.”
In a light-hearted moment, Meghan, seated beside Harry, theatrically executed a deep curtsy to the Queen, playfully mimicking the formal gesture with exaggerated flair.
However, some viewers interpreted Meghan’s actions as disrespectful, and a body language expert noted Prince Harry’s apparent discomfort and subtle signs of displeasure during the curtsy incident.
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