Harry and Meghan: Relationship Musings

[hel]

It's quite something that the Scotland Yard ushered Meghan in the arena, stayed near her at all times and ushered her out.

To be fair, no-one saw her enter. An AP journo happened to bring binoculars and spotted her at 8:15, but she'd been there for at least 8 minutes, since the first tweeted picture that included her was at 8:07.

The first photo that includes a protection officer was at 8:22, and the Royal Central journo claims that he was only there once it got out on Twitter.

So it's unclear that they escorted her in or that they were there from the moment she entered.

OTOH, with only 7 minutes from the first twitter spotting to the first photographic evidence of a protection officer, I'm not sure that the RC reporter is correct.

The AP journo who first spotted her mentioned that the RPO stepped in to prevent at least one fan from taking her picture. (https://www.washingtonpost.com/worl...c70b6f98089_story.html?utm_term=.079005394657)

 

[jacqui24]

To be fair, no-one saw her enter. An AP journo happened to bring binoculars and spotted her at 8:15, but she'd been there for at least 8 minutes, since the first tweeted picture that included her was at 8:07.

The first photo that includes a protection officer was at 8:22, and the Royal Central journo claims that he was only there once it got out on Twitter.

So it's unclear that they escorted her in or that they were there from the moment she entered.

OTOH, with only 7 minutes from the first twitter spotting to the first photographic evidence of a protection officer, I'm not sure that the RC reporter is correct.

The AP journo who first spotted her mentioned that the RPO stepped in to prevent at least one fan from taking her picture. (https://www.washingtonpost.com/worl...c70b6f98089_story.html?utm_term=.079005394657)

That is correct. In the initial photo Patricia Treble tweeted, the RPO was not there. However, I don't know if the RPO are watching twitter that carefully and can switch station that easily to go to Meghan. Regardless, she did have those three other security guards with her at that time.

It's also likely that the RPO might have been told to stay back until she is identified to prevent attention being drawn to her simply because the RPO was there.

 

[Madame Verseau]

Looks like Meghan will establish her own royal style and not copy the other royal ladies if the engagement happens.

 

[American Observer7]

Harry surprised meghan on suits set

From what I gathered Meghan did not know Harry was coming to the Suits set. He totally surprised her. That is too cute!

Prince Harry visits Meghan Markle on the set of Suits

 

[Osipi]

As far as personal protection, I think it was reported back when the news had broken that Meghan and Harry were a couple, that she had her own personal security beefed up. I'm not remembering if it was provided by Suits or if she hired them herself.

A lot of people have their own security paid for independently (Bea and Eugenie come to mind. Paid for by Daddy). Its very possible that Meghan's security and Harry's RPOs work together in tandem when they're together as a couple. Entrances and exits from the ceremony probably were very well planned out before the event even started.

 

[jacqui24]

As far as personal protection, I think it was reported back when the news had broken that Meghan and Harry were a couple, that she had her own personal security beefed up. I'm not remembering if it was provided by Suits or if she hired them herself.

A lot of people have their own security paid for independently (Bea and Eugenie come to mind. Paid for by Daddy). Its very possible that Meghan's security and Harry's RPOs work together in tandem when they're together as a couple. Entrances and exits from the ceremony probably were very well planned out before the event even started.

Studio pays for a driver and security detail when she's working. It was reported when the press mayhem occurred late last year that Harry offered to pay for private security to be with her at all times. However, she declined. We've seen pictures of her with security when photos of her on set emerged. The reason that RPO was mentioned was because the press pack recognized him as one of Harry's RPO. And he did have his ear piece in unlike the other security guards with her. The other three are probably part of the security for the event rather than her personal security guards.

 

[jacqui24]

Prince Harry visits Meghan Markle on the set of Suits

Probably how Lainey knew he's been in Toronto since Tuesday.

 

[Lady Nimue]

Studio pays for a driver and security detail when she's working. It was reported when the press mayhem occurred late last year that Harry offered to pay for private security to be with her at all times. However, she declined. We've seen pictures of her with security when photos of her on set emerged. The reason that RPO was mentioned was because the press pack recognized him as one of Harry's RPO. And he did have his ear piece in unlike the other security guards with her. The other three are probably part of the security for the event rather than her personal security guards.

Wow, I didn't know that. That's a big offer. He never offered that to Chelsey or Cressida, did he? Anyone know?

 

[Empress Merel]

Meghan wore a great outfit at the Invictus Games. Good color scheme.

 

[jacqui24]

Wow, I didn't know that. That's a big offer. He never offered that to Chelsey or Cressida, did he? Anyone know?

Part of the problem was that paparazzi was breaking into her home. She also has a much higher profile than Chelsey and Cressida had on their own. Media reaction to this relationship has been different. With Chelsey and Cressida, it was just a matter of knowing who they are and speculating on when they'll get married nonstop. With Meghan, the press went wild over the fact that the Prince is dating an American divorcee whose mother happens to be black. And then there is also the social media crazies, which wasn't around as much in the Chelsey days. All three have been abused by trolls for simply dating Harry, but with Meghan, there is an additional security concern element.

 

[Pranter]

Meghan wore a great outfit at the Invictus Games. Good color scheme.

I would of liked to see better pics of her clothes..but what I could see I really liked. Great color and style of dress. The jacket kinda got in the way for me.


LaRae

 

[Lady Nimue]

Part of the problem was that paparazzi was breaking into her home. She also has a much higher profile than Chelsey and Cressida had on their own. Media reaction to this relationship has been different. With Chelsey and Cressida, it was just a matter of knowing who they are and speculating on when they'll get married nonstop. With Meghan, the press went wild over the fact that the Prince is dating an American divorcee whose mother happens to be black. And then there is also the social media crazies, which was around as much in the Chelsey days. All three have been abused by trolls for simply dating Harry, but with Meghan, there is an additional security concern element.

Thank you, jacqui.

 

[Lady Nimue]

I would of liked to see better pics of her clothes..but what I could see I really liked. Great color and style of dress. The jacket kinda got in the way for me. LaRae

But given the dress, one can see why she wore the jacket. She seems to favor jackets thrown over her shoulders (to go by the two instances I have seen her do such).

 

[sndral]

Prince Harry visits Meghan Markle on the set of Suits

Very interesting.
First, the visit happened earlier this week, confirming what we've suspected, that Harry arrived in Toronto early and was spending time with Meghan before the IG start.
Second, Meghan's co-workers are remarkably discreet as no news of Harry's visit to the Suit's set leaked out until after her public appearance at the opening.
Third, this starts to look like a planned series of events, her Vogue article, were she confirms their status, followed shortly after by her appearance at IG (much like Catherine at the Diana concert seated near but not with William all those years ago.) My guess is that the news of the set visit was intentionally leaked after the IG opening to show Harry's support of Meghan & commitment to the relationship.
I do wonder (just idle curiosity) where they are staying, though, as the paparazzi have staked out Meghan's house in the past and I assume have done so this time as well. And every time she's in London or Africa or where ever I wonder who takes care of her dogs in Canada?

 

[Pranter]

She may hire a dog sitter, take them to a 'dog hotel' or a friend keeps them.

We know M&H have stayed at her place before...but maybe they have a bolthole in Canada when they want to avoid media spotting.


LaRae

 

[jacqui24]

Very interesting.
First, the visit happened earlier this week, confirming what we've suspected, that Harry arrived in Toronto early and was spending time with Meghan before the IG start.
Second, Meghan's co-workers are remarkably discreet as no news of Harry's visit to the Suit's set leaked out until after her public appearance at the opening.
Third, this starts to look like a planned series of events, her Vogue article, were she confirms their status, followed shortly after by her appearance at IG (much like Catherine at the Diana concert seated near but not with William all those years ago.) My guess is that the news of the set visit was intentionally leaked after the IG opening to show Harry's support of Meghan & commitment to the relationship.
I do wonder (just idle curiosity) where they are staying, though, as the paparazzi have staked out Meghan's house in the past and I assume have done so this time as well. And every time she's in London or Africa or where ever I wonder who takes care of her dogs in Canada?

It's not just the cast that stayed discreet, but the crew as well. This reminds me of an article I read not that long ago that was talking about the possibility of them attending IG, but delved in deeper to do an analysis. One particular thing that came out at me is that an industry insider was saying she was so well liked that people simply won't talk about her to protect her privacy.

 

[sndral]

It's not just the cast that stayed discreet, but the crew as well. This reminds me of an article I read not that long ago that was talking about the possibility of them attending IG, but delved in deeper to do an analysis. One particular thing that came out at me is that an industry insider was saying she was so well liked that people simply won't talk about her to protect her privacy.

Thank you - I think I meant cast and crew, but am not well versed in the correct terminology about what people on sets are called. I know if some one famous showed up at my workplace somebody (clerical, colleague, whomever) would leak the news.

 

[duchessrachel]

I would of liked to see better pics of her clothes..but what I could see I really liked. Great color and style of dress. The jacket kinda got in the way for me.


LaRae

I loved her outfit too.

 

[Madame Verseau]

I think there was an article some months ago that the bosses told the staff and crew if they blab to the press about M & H they were fired.

 

[Empress Merel]

I'm sure they respect her, but most of them also want to have a job. I doubt it's that deep.

 

[Stefanie]

I think that Harry and
Melania would make a hot couple as well .Just a phantasy of course
Meghan' s blouse is too low-necked IMO. A hint IMO that she' ll have trouble with her future part in the royal family
With those outfits she bettter lives in Los Angeles with Harry....

 

[jacqui24]

I think that Harry and
Melania would make a hot couple as well .Just a phantasy of course
Meghan' s blouse is too low-necked IMO. A hint IMO that she' ll have trouble with her future part in the royal family
With those outfits she bettter lives in Los Angeles with Harry....

Not even going to touch the Melania comment.

As for her neckline, if Kate can wear a much lower cut to a state banquet, Meghan's outfit was more than appropriate for opening ceremony to Invictus Games. Just so we are clear, I have no problem with what Kate wore, but just using that as a standard to measure what is appropriate and what is not.

 

[Alisa]

So I was lurking around social media and I was shocked �� to see some of the downright hatred and venom directed towards Meghan��
There is actually an Instagram page out there whose name describes Meghan in less than glowing terms (to be more politically correct). Moreover this page actually tags the official IG account of the Cambridges and Prince Harry as well as the BP acct. No wonder Prince Harry wants Meghan protected! There are some deranged and crazy people out there!... Smh

 

[Osipi]

So I was lurking around social media and I was shocked �� to see some of the downright hatred and venom directed towards Meghan��
There is actually an Instagram page out there whose name describes Meghan in less than glowing terms (to be more politically correct). Moreover this page actually tags the official IG account of the Cambridges and Prince Harry as well as the BP acct. No wonder Prince Harry wants Meghan protected! There are some deranged and crazy people out there!... Smh

One thing I've learned in my many, many years online is that its very easy for people to "pretend" to be whomever they want to be, espouse whatever they want to espouse and hiding behind a keyboard and a monitor (or smartphone these days) can pretty much say whatever crapola they can think up.

The important thing is to realize this. Its a reason that when wanting information about Harry or Meghan, Instagram and social media will be the last place I'd ever think of to spend time on. You're absolutely correct that there are whackos and people that take pleasure in creating a negative vibe out there. Its a personal choice whether or not to pay any attention to it. I don't and I admire the TRF staff and moderators that keep that kind of crapola off these forums.

 

[soapstar]

Just a note: Meghan's attendance at the Invictus Games, should go in the Invictus Games thread (remember to keep engagement speculation out of that thread).

In addition to moving a number of posts to the Invictus thread, I've also moved some to the 'Could the princes' future wives continue working' thread.

 

[Stefanie]

As for her neckline, if Kate can wear a much lower cut to a state banquet, Meghan's outfit was more than appropriate for opening ceremony to Invictus Games. Just so we are clear, I have no problem with what Kate wore, but just using that as a standard to measure what is appropriate and what is not.[/QUOTE]

Can you please Post a Photo of which state banquet you mean

 

[jacqui24]

As for her neckline, if Kate can wear a much lower cut to a state banquet, Meghan's outfit was more than appropriate for opening ceremony to Invictus Games. Just so we are clear, I have no problem with what Kate wore, but just using that as a standard to measure what is appropriate and what is not.

Can you please Post a Photo of which state banquet you mean[/QUOTE]

I'm not going to post a pic of DoC in Meghan and Harry thread. That's asking to get deleted. But the gown I'm referring to is the one she wore to the state banquet for King and Queen of Spain earlier this summer. Or go look up a number of dress Harry's mother wore over twenty years ago, and its obvious that royal consorts aren't expected to be covered from neck to toe. Bottom line is, Meghan didn't wear anything inappropriate by royal standards set since the 90s.

 

[Abbigail]

Ok, I love the story about Harry visiting the Suits set. Sounds really sweet. But I want to know how Harry just shows up and surprises anyone? Like, how does that work?? I'm sure he had to notify someone beforehand that he was planning on visiting? Perhaps just the security team/head of security?

 

[duchessrachel]

I think that Harry and
Melania would make a hot couple as well .Just a phantasy of course
Meghan' s blouse is too low-necked IMO. A hint IMO that she' ll have trouble with her future part in the royal family
With those outfits she bettter lives in Los Angeles with Harry....

Did you see the dress that Kate wore to the last State Banquet? It is cut much lower than what Meghan was wearing.

 

[Dman]

It's nice to hear Harry visited the set of Suits. Must've been a nice treat for for the cast and crew.