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As Prince Harry undertakes a busy schedule of solo engagements in the UK, South Africa and the US, questions are once again being raised about the whereabouts of his wife Meghan Markle. Royal commentators and newspapers have noted Meghan's conspicuous absence from Harry's engagements over the past month, with the couple appearing to take on more separate roles publicly.
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Some see this as a deliberate strategy by the Sussexes to shift perceptions. By presenting Harry as a dedicated working royal undertaking important causes, it aims to boost his public image separately from his wife. For Meghan, staying out of the spotlight allows her to avoid playing the supportive royal spouse role and instead focus on her own projects and interests. However, others argue this strategy is failing and merely highlights the division between the couple on important issues.
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Could Meghan be attempting to engineer the same commotion that surrounded Kate Middleton's early years, when she was frequently absent from engagements fueling gossip and interest? Like the "Where's Kate?" narrative drove Kate to launch her public profile, some speculate Meghan may hope to create speculation around her own whereabouts to gain attention. However, the circumstances are quite different - Kate was a newcomer to the royal family building her role, whereas Meghan joined as a known celebrity figure so lacks the same mystery or interest from the public.
A more plausible explanation, according to royal experts, is that Meghan simply doesn't wish to undertake royal duties without something directly benefiting her own goals and profile. She is unwilling to play a supporting role to Harry and sees her presence primarily in terms of commercial opportunities. By staying away from royal engagements she avoids being tied down by the expectations of a royal spouse while still cashing in on her celebrity status independently through lucrative deals.
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Some argue Harry is following a similar path, using his royal connections and causes primarily as a means to further career opportunities in Hollywood and internationally rather than out of a sense of duty. However, his solo appearances have also highlighted divides with his wife on important issues. During a trip to New York, Harry met with figures like Hillary Clinton and the head of the WHO, suggesting affiliation with globalist political agendas at odds with Meghan's views according to some experts.
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Harry's bizarre appearance on the Jimmy Fallon show also raised eyebrows, as he failed to use the major platform to promote any of his causes or charitable work, unlike previous royal interviews. Some see this as evidence Harry's engagements are increasingly about self-promotion rather than supporting meaningful initiatives. He swore on the family-friendly show and participated in stunts, coming across as an immature celebrity more than a senior royal figure.
In both New York and South Africa, despite discussing issues like mental health, the wealth gap and supporting youth charities, Harry proposed no substantial plans or contributions to create real change for those in need. Like Meghan, he is accused by critics of performative activism - raising issues to impress elite liberal crowds but failing to take meaningful steps to address the problems through his immense privilege and resources.
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Some of Harry's own past words have come back to haunt him - during a speech around a campfire in South Africa discussing the fight against HIV/AIDS, he forgot his own immense wealth and status as a royal. Having largely abandoned his royal duties and connection to the monarchy, questions are growing about what Harry and Meghan really hope to achieve through their ongoing international engagements other than self-promotion and lucrative paid appearances. Without clear goals, organization or follow-through, they appear to represent increasingly hollow activism over true efforts to create change.
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As the couple strives for independence and global fame, carving out roles beyond the confines of the royal family, ongoing divisions and absences like Meghan's may further highlight they have strayed from the path of duty in exchange for glitz and commercial gain. With serious allegations emerging about how their escapades have negatively affected the royal household both practically and emotionally, Harry and Meghan face increasing public scrutiny of their actions and ambitions on the world stage.
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