Body Language Expert and Celebrity Relationship CoachNicole Mooreexplored this visit for The List.
Moore also broke down their outfits.
Meghan’s the star here.
“The couple’s focus at the time remains Meghan taking the spotlight with Harry playing a supporting role.
Moore also noted the couple’s hand positions on their microphones.
Harry held his casually with one hand, while Meghan gripped hers with both hands.
Our body language expert noted that Meghan’s stance was powerful, but she still smiled softly.
Prince Harry gave an award, while Meghan Markle joined him in a red gown by Carolina Herrera.
Moore noted that at the beginning of the night, Meghan followed Harry’s lead.
But things shifted throughout the night.
Meghan became more touchy throughout the night and pulled at Harry when he was speaking to guests.
Harry seemed more at ease, while Meghan remained a step behind.
“It’s clear from Meghan’s body language that she was very uncomfortable,” Moore explained.
“Meghan is wearing a hat tilted downward on her face, almost obscuring part of her face.
This choice may indicate a desire to hide, and her facial expressions seem to support that theory.
At this event, Harry and Meghan appeared to be a united front.
During the event, the two showed different reactions, which can be seen in a video posted onYouTube.
“His face becomes drawn with tight lips in a straight line, indicating seething inner tension.
Moore believes that this indicates an emotional disconnect between them.
The two seem to want different things during this event.
But Moore didn’t take the event as a totally bad sign.
She explained that Harry and Meghan showed genuine connection in moments.
“However, there is likely a lack of emotional honesty.
Meghan wore a white turtleneck by Annie Bing, cream-colored slacks from Brandon Maxwell, and white heels.
While the palette was neutral, the style showed a departure from her time as a working royal.
Carter also explained that Harry’s body language shows a lack of interest in the spotlight.
“It makes them look more dependent on each other,” Carter explained.
They got a lot of flack for holding hands because most of the other family members didn’t.
Ahead of them walked Prince William and Princess Catherine who did not hold hands.
There were a few other differences, too.
Meghan carried a small, black purse while Catherine had no handbag on her.
So sartorially, Harry and Meghan stood apart from William and Catherine.
“There’s an air of slight defiance around their public displays of affection,” Carter explained.
So there is a sincerity in their bid for tenderness.
Harry was affable and joked with the crowd.
The couple really dressed up, too.
Meghan wore a bespoke white off-the-shoulder dress by Louis Vuitton, while Harry wore a dark suit and tie.
“We do always need to remember though that Meghan is an actress.”
The Lakers played the Memphis Grizzlies, and the event was clearly exciting, as everyone got very hyped.
And the two were very noticed that night.
Harry jokingly leaned in for a kiss, and Meghan laughed and swatted his arm.
“From their body language, they are close together,” Carter began.
“We are happy to be close to things/people we like and are getting along with.
All seems well in their relationship from this body language.”
Meghan was an honoree at the event and rocked a gold, key-hole dress by Johanna Ortiz.
The entrance was an unusual one, considering that Harry and Meghan frequently hold hands at events.
Plus, Meghan was clearly leading the way here.
- Body language expert Jess Ponce III, communication coach and author of “A.W.E.S.O.M.E.
Seven Keys to Unlocking the Speaker Within”, spoke with The List about this particular event.
“This photo captures two notable moments,” Ponce began.
“Firstly, Meghan takes the lead in the procession, standing as the central figure.
“Harry and her mother stand beside her in supportive roles.”
Clearly, Harry was making a lot of space for Meghan to have her big moment that night.
They both seem very smiley at the event.
It’s interesting that Meghan’s holding the microphone, but Harry doesn’t seem to mind.
But Harry didn’t seem bothered by this; in fact, he hardly noticed.
“Though they are united, it is evident that this is Meghan’s moment,” Ponce says.
Harry’s certainly a team player here.
Meghan reached for the microphone twice on stage but the event host refused to give it to her.
Harry signaled to the man to give Meghan the mic, but he still refused.
They pulled together a professional front, but it looked uncomfortable.
Ponce noted that the couple benefited in the past from royal guidance.
Meghan, however, struggles to fully grasp this transition, be it in England or Hollywood.
Despite the discomfort, Harry adeptly navigates the situation with a calm demeanor, committed to supporting Meghan.
There certainly was an awkward interlude, while Meghan and Harry figured things out on stage.
No doubt they’ll be more prepared next time.
The event’s focus was strengthening mental health for families in the digital age.
Body language expert Jess Ponce III spoke to The List about the cues that Harry and Meghan gave.
“Harry and Meghan appear disconnected, influenced by several factors,” Ponce began.
“Seated apart with chairs facing outward, they seem distant.”
Despite this, Ponce noted, Meghan was attentive to Harry when he addressed the audience.
“While Harry speaks, Meghan directs her energy toward him, leaning in his direction with focused attention.
Although her closed-off posture suggests some detachment, her intent listening is evident in her eyes.
There is a noticeable shift when she follows up, discussing her family in the first person.”
It’s been difficult for them to find their niche after stepping down as senior royals.
