Meghan Markle took to Instagram on Friday evening to share a behind-the-scenes video from her and Prince Harry’s appearance at the World Mental Health Day Gala in New York City.
The footage captured a light-hearted moment between the couple backstage, with Meghan seen laughing whilst Harry reviewed documents beside a lamp.
The Duchess of Sussex captioned the clip “Happy World Mental Health Day,” she added a personal tribute: “…to the man who always keeps me laughing.”
The social media post came less than 24 hours after the pair attended the Project Healthy Minds event.
Observers noted some uncomfortable interactions during their red carpet appearance.
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At Thursday’s gala, the couple were honoured as Humanitarians of the Year for their charitable work.
However, observers noted some awkward interactions during their red carpet appearance.
The Duke of Sussex appeared to rush his wife forward whilst they posed for photographers.
Additionally, Meghan found herself standing by herself when Harry moved away to engage in a conversation with another attendee.
The footage captured a light-hearted moment between the couple backstage, with Meghan seen laughing whilst Harry reviewed documents beside a lamp.
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These moments prompted speculation about tension between the pair, however, Meghan’s latest Instagram indicates they are on good terms.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle marked World Mental Health Day by participating in Project Healthy Minds’ annual festival in New York City on Friday.
The couple’s Archewell Foundation organised three panel discussions at the event, which gathered industry leaders to examine the future of mental health.
The Duke of Sussex addressed attendees from the stage whilst Meghan observed from the front row during the opening session.
The Duke of Sussex addressed attendees from the stage whilst Meghan observed from the front row during the opening session.
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The first panel explored young people’s wellbeing in digital environments, titled “Thriving or Surviving: How Are Young People Doing in the Digital Age?”.
Harry emphasised the significance of collective action on mental health, stating: “Today is more than just about conversation, it’s about community.
“The past five years have taught us painfully that crises rarely arrive in isolation”.
The duke noted how the pandemic had removed life’s normal structures, causing increased mental health difficulties.
Harry also addressed technology’s transformation of human experience, saying: “Our digital world has fundamentally changed how we experience reality.”