Prince Harry made his “biggest mistake” with Meghan Markle many years ago, according to an expert.
In photos taken after Harry and Meghan’s engagement announcement on Nov. 27, 2017, the Duke of Sussex appeared protective of the duchess, according to expert Katie Nicholl.
The duo posed in Kensington Palace’s Sunken Gardens, with Meghan sporting a white coat. Kinsey Schofield unfiltered In a podcast, Nicholl said the Prince seemed defensive and never properly introduced Meghan to the media.
“It’s like he’s making a physical connection. He’s introducing her to the world for the first time, because he’s kept it a secret,” he said.
“I still think one of his biggest mistakes was never introducing her to us, the press, and allowing that connection to be forged,” he continued.
“Yes, there is a protective and also defensive attitude. It’s like saying: ‘She’s mine. I’ll introduce her to you, but don’t touch me,'” he added.
Nicholl went on to highlight the statement released in November 2016 by Kensington Palace communications secretary Jason Knauf in defense of Meghan.
The statement was intended to protect her privacy and criticised the racist and sexist treatment she received from the media. The statement confirmed Harry and Meghan’s relationship. However, it has now been removed from the Royal Family’s website.