Meghan Markle’s recent Instagram Story has sparked a firestorm of controversy, leaving many to question the authenticity of her public persona. Was her exuberant celebration of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series win genuine, or just another carefully curated moment for the cameras? In the black-and-white clip, Meghan, dressed entirely in black, is seen shrieking with joy before rushing over to her husband, Prince Harry, who’s lounging in a recliner. After a quick hug and kiss, she jumps up and down with her friend Kelly McKee Zajfen, her excitement seemingly off the charts. But here’s where it gets controversial: while some found the moment endearing, others labeled it as ‘fake AF’ and ‘peak level cringe.’
One social media user sarcastically remarked, ‘Of course it wasn’t staged—the camera just happened to be perfectly positioned to capture every moment.’ Another quipped, ‘Imagine Prince Harry as an unpaid extra in his wife’s fantasy world.’ Is this a fair critique, or are people reading too much into a spontaneous celebration? Zajfen later revealed that Harry’s seemingly unamused expression was because he was actually rooting for the Toronto Blue Jays, despite wearing a Dodgers hat. ‘Sorry H, your team didn’t win, but mine did!’ she wrote, adding a layer of humor to the situation.
The couple’s appearance at Dodger Stadium wasn’t without its own drama. They were booed when shown on the Jumbotron, and some fans were outraged that they had better seats than sports legends like Magic Johnson and Sandy Koufax. Should royalty—even former royalty—be given preferential treatment at public events? One commenter pointed out the irony: ‘As part of Canada’s royal family, shouldn’t Harry be sporting a Blue Jays cap?’
This incident raises broader questions about authenticity in the public eye. Are Meghan and Harry’s moments of joy genuinely spontaneous, or are they meticulously planned to maintain a certain image? And does it even matter? What do you think? Is this just harmless fun, or is there something more calculated at play? Let’s discuss in the comments!
