Amidst a frightful incident, Prince Harry faced the disapproval of the crowd when he allegedly made a disrespectful gesture towards an autistic child during the Canucks game. In recent appearances, both Meghan Markle and Prince Harry showcased their dance moves. The Sussexes attended the Vancouver Canucks versus San Jose Sharks game in Vancouver, Canada, on Monday night. Meghan has been a fan of the team for years, stemming from her time in Toronto while filming the popular TV show “Suits.”
During the game, when the Canucks scored a goal, Prince Harry got up and started dancing, with Meghan following suit and showing off her own grooves. However, this display was met with criticism from some spectators. A clip shared on Twitter captured Meghan clapping and dancing before looking up, which some believed was her checking herself on the big screen. Critics described her dancing as cringeworthy and embarrassing, suggesting that she seemed self-conscious and always sought attention on the big screen.
One Twitter user commented with a rolling eyes emoji, stating, “The chick thinks that she can dance. It’s really embarrassing. She’s always looking for herself on the big screen.” Another critic wrote, “A 42-year-old looking for herself on the screen like a child. Pathetic. My God, Meghan Markle just can’t dance. Didn’t her dad pay for dance lessons? I suppose they were as successful as her acting classes.” Yet another expressed, “She’s so awkward-looking and looks really out of place, and the women behind her think so too,” accompanied by multiple face with tears of joy emojis.
Unfortunately, these incidents overshadowed what was supposed to be a night of celebration for autism acceptance and a generous donation of $2.2 million for children’s autism programs. The anthem singer that night had autism, but it was reported that Harry and Meghan seemed to make the event all about them. There were even accusations that Harry stole the puck drop moment from an autistic child, diverting attention away from Autism Awareness. Some spectators felt that Meghan dancing around during an Autism Awareness night was inappropriate, suggesting that a true philanthropist would have declined the puck drop but made a substantial donation instead.
NHL star Thomas Hertl later shared his experience of meeting Prince Harry, revealing that he had to repeatedly tell Harry to drop the puck because he kept holding onto it and smiling. Hertl said he would remember that moment, as Harry stood there grinning and reluctant to let go of the puck. It was evident that Prince Harry was relishing the spotlight, enjoying the attention of the cameras as he interacted with NHL players. Rick Tocchet, the head coach of the Canucks, even mentioned giving Harry a fist bump, although it wasn’t clear if that was standard protocol.
A body language expert, Judy James, observed that Prince Harry’s playful puck drop signaled a return to a more relaxed and jovial demeanor. His mischievous grin and his own version of the royal wave indicated his comfort in public settings. James claimed that Harry’s appearance at the ice hockey game seemed to be a deliberate move to solidify his enduring royal status in the United States, showcasing his enthusiasm for engaging in rituals and public appearances, much like his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.
