Prince Harry has been giving off legit Cool Dad and Grumpy Dad vibes for a year now. While he was once the cool younger brother who always seemed like a big kid at heart, ever since he married Meghan, he really has gone all-in on his general Daddy vibe. I was reminded of that during Harry’s appearance at WE Day today – he was scheduled to make a speech, as he usually does, on stage for the youths. He made his speech and then he surprised everyone by bringing up his pregnant wife. Peak Dad. He’s all grown up. *wipes away tears*
Rousing speech from Harry, ending with a surprise appearance from Meghan! #WEday #dukeandduchessofsussex @WEMovement pic.twitter.com/lu10whYQkv
— Emily Nash (@emynash) March 6, 2019
Harry is the president of the Queen’s Commonwealth Trust, which “funds and connects young leaders of social purpose ventures around the world.” He’s also the Queen’s Commonwealth Youth Ambassador. As I said, Harry usually puts in an appearance at the London WE Day events and he seemed pleased as can be that he got to introduce the crowd to Meghan. Here’s my question though – do you think Meghan really thought she was going to be on stage or on camera? I ask because… it doesn’t even look like Meg is wearing much makeup. I think Harry probably surprised even her. Also: how in the world does Meghan stay so balanced while in her last trimester, IN HEELS? I’m not pregnant and if I attempted to walk across a (slick-looking) stage in heels, my ass would have fallen into the pit of youths.
‘Change your thoughts and change the world
Dare to be the greatest generation of all time
I am with you, we are with you!’
Read The Duke of Sussex’s speech in full: https://t.co/45PrvDvMR7 pic.twitter.com/2wdjoem6Dg
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) March 6, 2019
Photos courtesy of WENN.
She looks good with less make-up, younger
Agreed. She is so pretty, though, it’s unreal.
Agree! So much better minus all of the bronzer.
She is, I’m hating. I do not wake up like that😢😆
She looks great, very fresh and young, she should make this her default look.
I think she does casual looks SO much better than when she tries to do formal. She looks great!
totally agree!
Yes, she looks nice with less bronzer and highlighter.
Yes! she should wear her makeup like this every time. Soo much better
Agree, she looks gorgeous here with her hair down and just a simple outfit.
She looks good (I love what’s she’s wearing) but I would have killed him for bringing me out without makeup, man I hate surprises like that.
Can they just let her SIT? She’s pregnant as hell and my back hurts on her behalf! She does look really pretty here tho! Really pretty!
I thought the same thing! I’m 9 months and basically miserable with discomfort and pain. I’m an active person but the end of pregnancy is tough af lol I hope she’s getting to rest a lot in between engagements.
And she looks beautiful with less make up. Her bronzer situation usually makes me question her make up artist but this is lovely lol
Oy, that symphysis pubis pain was killer… with EVERY step.
I can’t believe she is still wearing heels. Her feet have got to be killing her!
I’m 9 months and still working full time as an ER nurse. I never sit down and have no issues. I’m due to have the baby in a few days time. Not everyone’s pregnancy needs to see them act the same way, many women have more energy and feel fitter the further they go. Maybe she’s the same, don’t pretend to know what other women want/need
Agree, was working and in grad school until the day before I gave birth.
I agree. I feel for my sisters who are in pain and very uncomfortable during pregnancy. I’ve been fortunate to wear heels and stand for long periods with both of my babies and work up until going into labor. Maybe Meghan is the same.
But yeah, reminded of that symphysis pubis pain–that was no joke!
Last time I felt great until the last week or so, when it was hotter than usual and I was just uncomfortably big. I had no problem working up until the day I went into labor (at 40 + 2) I don’t wear high heels ever, pregnant or not, but I think I could have. It’s not like your balance is that bad? I could see it aggravating your back though. Like I said, I don’t wear them ever because I hate being uncomfortable and they are always somewhat uncomfortable to me. Standing was not difficult in general at that stage, but in did have trouble getting up from laying down and bending over to pick things up/tie shoes.
I’m 28 weeks now and hearing up for the final stretch of this one…
Anyway, Meg looks fantastic. God she is gorgeous.
I’ve been looking at photos on IG ans I can’t tell if her make up is that different since her hair is covering her cheeks. Or it may even be the lighting making it look different. I assume Meghan’s make up looks better in person but the highlight is getting caught by camera flashes.
I know every woman is different but I’m still amazed at women whose only pregnancy symptom *seems* to be a round belly. I’ll be working until the day I go into labor bc I can’t afford not to, but I’m also walking around with a limp from back pain….and that’s in my tennis shoes.
She looks pretty, but tired. Those last weeks of pregnancy insomnia must be kicking in.
I felt for her yesterday at the reception. There was a clip of the family sitting in the audience for the musical performance and you could see how tired she was.
P, I unfortunately had insomnia my entire pregnancy with my daughter! It was horrible! I also had HG and refused any medicine because I feel like they couldn’t tell me long term effects. Ugh, pregnancy anxiety is the worst. We are also stopping at 2 kids for reasons I mentioned above. Ha! 1st pregnancy was a dream, not sick, workouts the whole time. 2nd pregnancy was a hot, hot mess from about 5 weeks until the day I gave birth!
I had it too, no sleep for about 30 weeks, then severe preeclampsia in week 39….no more kids for me, so I guess I’ll just coo over polo baby lol.
She looks very very pretty, but tired, yes. Understandable given the circumstances. I wish her the best.
I just have goggly eyes for this couple. I would have been screaming too. I think Meghan was in on the plan to go on stage. She is comfortable in the spotlight and wants to support her husband.
I love the sound of the teens screaming for them when Harry pulls Meghan onto the stage. It reminds me of when Diana used to show up for things and crowds would lose their minds over her. Harry and Meghan are a lot more warm and affectionate with each other than Charles and Diana were, so they have that cute couple factor that teens (and ppl of all ages!) love.
The difference is that I don’t think Harry cares she is more popular than he is in some ways. He seems to be pleased and proud of that, it means the people have accepted her even if the tabs and some members of his family have not.
they are the rock star couple for sure… this has to be at least some of what is causing clashing behind the scenes. Not their fault, but the crowds love them. They are adorable and dynamic and there is no way to tamp that down…
That is the big difference. Harry is not threatened by Meghan’s popularity he has embraced it, and wants to promote them as a partnership. Watch and learn Willam, instead of feeling threatened by the Cambridge’s, embrace them and heighten your own standing and popularity at the same.
Digital Unicorn and Princessk, you just made me realize why I’ve gained so much respect and admiration for Harry. I love a man who is proud to see their partner shine, rather than pettily see it as being upstaged.
I don’t think she knew he was going to invite her up lol. She looks good but is definitely wearing less makeup. She also looks a little….not quite annoyed, but not quite as happy as she usually looks, but it could just be those particular pictures.
Yeah I noticed the same. She looks a bit tired, which is understandable, and maybe also a tiny bit worried or nervous? Maybe I am reading her body language wrong. I probably am. I need more coffee.
Hope Harry is just showering her with tlc.
Remember one of the leaked story was, Harry saying ‘whatever Meghan wants she gets.’
All jokes aside, most likely Harry doing what some first time fathers do, overwhelming Meghan with help, he is even rubbing her back in public.
That kid is going to be born with a handprint in its head, she touches her belly so much!
She looks nice here, I wish she would wear her hair loose like this more often.
What is peoples obsession with where a woman places her hands on her body?
That was Gary Janetti’s IG joke from yesterday so I guess that’s where she got it. But, I’m with you – why are people so obsessed with it?
People are so ignorant. That kid has clearly been kicking the daylights out of her from the time it was big enough and pressing on her stomach alleviates the pain. If you’ve been anywhere near a pregnant woman ever, this is common. I can’t believe the uproar over this.
Will someone PLEASE explain to me why Meghan touching her bump is a problem?? Or even just why it’s worth constantly mentioning?
Seriously. Is it code for something???
Thanks Becks1.
I have no idea why people are so critical of a pregnant woman touching her stomach.
Maybe its because Meghan has been visible working from the very beginning of her pregnancy and people aren’t used to that?
Isnt it a common complaint that people try to touch pregnant women’s stomach? Maybe people are mad they cant?
Maybe she is cradling her baby because she has been put through the ringer with nasty comments from the outset,it’s probably her way of subconsciously protecting her child. When I was in the late part of pregnancy I especially cradled my bump because I realized this was the most protected my baby would ever be,and once born into the world they are exposed to everything.
Simple: People are the worst. We’re a terrible species who revel in picking at each other. Cats instinctively chase mice; we pounce on each other. To complicate matters, we all think we’re much better people than we actually are. But hey, at least we’re all infected with the same disease, right? Bright side!
Personally, I direct my pokes at smug-block Willy and his permanently upturned nose.
Her hand doesn’t bother me. My personal theory is that the hand on her belly helps her maintain her balance in those insane heels she wears.
If a bunch of lunatics were threatening to assault me in public and were threatening to KILL my unborn child, i’d be holding my belly 24/7 as well.
Also like…most of us aren’t pregnant while surrounded by screaming crowds. All that noise is sure to make Baby Sussex extra feisty. That said, I can’t even fathom being remotely bothered by a woman touching her own pregnant belly for any reason.
He’s so happy. And legitimately proud of Meghan. He waited and found the perfect wife and partner. Someone who has widen his perceptions. She adds to his character, instead of amplifying his worst qualities.
+1
I agree. I think she encourages him, strengthens him and soothes him. So many commenters on social media don’t see this though. Harry has evolved. He is a devoted husband daddy and statesman. I guess people miss the clown younger brother and blame “the b list actress” for that.
Yes to all of this. Harry the ‘grown man’ is a good look on him.
Yes. His quoting of MLK Jr. and saying it was a favorite quote of “my wife” was pretty special. This isn’t meant as shade to his exes (who I wish the media would just leave alone), but I can’t imagine his former partners similarly being able to provide him that kind of depth and understanding.
Agreed @Theoriginalmia
They i think she didn’t expect to come upstage. But I’m glad she did, they both are a phenomenal team, and seem so genuine and in love…
They really are a good, strong team. More charismatic together than when working separately.
I’m not sure if it’s in the recorded clip above (can’t watch it at this moment), but earlier I saw that he quoted “my wife’s” favorite MLK Jr. quote and there were huge cheers when he mentioned “my wife.” I think H spontaneously decided to go with the moment seeing their response to M.
I do not understand how people like her do this – pregnant and actively engaged in a highly public role, while dealing with jet lags and constantly having to look camera ready. She must either truly love this or she is a fairy. Even actresses and celebrities in general often sort of tone their life down as they start family. If I were heavily pregnant I’d stay home and sleep, not caring about the rest of the world whatsoever.
Can someone explain what magic they use on these pregnant royal women to prevent their ankles from swelling ? Every pregnant woman I’ve ever known has had ankles that are at best ‘puffy’. Mine were so swollen that I had to tie on some clunky old sandals with butcher’s twine, those being the only shoes that I could get my feet into. 🙁
Maybe the yoga helps.
My feet never swelled, through five pregnancies. I think it’s heredity. My sister in laws (all three) had twins, only one had swollen ankles.
I swelled horribly with my first (could only wear flip flops by the end); withi my second I had some swelling but nowhere near as bad (it seemed like it was more normal pregnancy swelling) – and only at the very end. (I was more swollen after giving birth because of all the fluids etc.) My mom never had any swelling through four pregnancies and my grandmother had awful swelling. so I really think that while diet and exercise help, a lot of it is just genetics/luck.
I have read that she craved and sought fame from an early age so she must thrive on it. I am exactly the opposite, so I admire her outgoing personality.
Yeah, like when she was in the Kindergarten class, with her classmates, performing, the wheels on the bus.
Then she spoke at her middle school graduating class, maybe at her school the teacher do not choose who is going to give the speech.
Then at 11 years she wrote to First Lady H Clinton and Linda Ellerbee at Nickelodeon to asked why only women are supposed to wash dishes.
I can’t stop laughing at “pit of youths.”
She does look stunning here – so fresh faced! Meg, your features don’t need that highlight and bronzer, love.
Also please go back to the cottage and put your feet up with pot of tea and some magazines. You deserve it.
That made me laugh, too. I think Kaiser has a lot of fun sometimes.
Meghan looks better without heavy makeup.
Pregnancy glow
Yeah-she just doesn’t need a lot.
The crowd reaction when she was mentioned wow , nice to see people don’t care about what the media says about her.
Young people +commonwealth countries.
Young people +commonwealth countries aren’t considered “people”, then?
She looks GORGEOUS here! The prettiest I have ever seen her! She does not need all that makeup she normally wears. Love the more relaxed hairstyle and outfit.
Ugh…I just love them. The video and gifs coming from this 😍
I can see media tire of her lol. She’s active and not as background and quiet as they’re accustomed. My question is, the expectation is just to seen not heard, no wonder UK isn’t ready for women’s rights or current monarchy.
PS I like an active pregger if you can handle it.
UK women’s rights are just fine, thanks. No one is trying to take my reproductive rights away and I get 12 months of maternity leave.
If you mean the British monarchy in general, it has been headed by the most recognisable woman in the world for more than 67 years.
The expectation is not to be seen and not heard. That is the Kate Middleton model, but not what the other women in this family do. Just as all the other women worked far more when their kids were little than Kate ever has, even though they or their husbands are much further down the line.
People were claiming the media would tire of her a few months after the wedding and yet they’re still fixated on her. I do wish the press would stop their laser like scrutiny on the so-called “irrelevant” duchess. At least it would give her some relief.
Really ? The UK has a woman Prime Minister, and she is not the first. Women of both parties have been ministers and shadow ministers as long as I’ve been around. Those women are both seen AND heard, as are the rest of us.
@Caitriona (apologies, can’t do the fada on mobile) , totally agreed. I think the final frontier is a woman Chancellor/Finance Minister. I don’t think any of the big economies have had one (would love to be corrected on that).
Um…..isn’t Angela Merkel Chancellor of Germany?
Chancellor in Germany is the head of government, the equivalent of the prime minister. I mean the person who is the minister in charge of the money (who in the UK system is called the Chancellor of the Exchequer). .
She looks lovely but honestly they’re acting like celebrities not royals. I don’t mind it but if we were objective we’d throw some shade.
And what exactly is the difference between a modern royal and a celebrity? Their position is dated so they should just do what suits them.
Citizens are forced to pay Royals doing charity. Nobody is forced to pay Celebrities doing charity.
Showing up on stage as surprise – that’s something Beyonce would do. I love Bey. I still believe celebrities are more about aggressive self-promotion and selfie. Royals are like a more hidden pretty circus. And guys, you’d be getting “oh, so thirsty of her” if Kate joined William on stage unexpectedly. It’s just so lady gaga (though Gaga takes it to extreme)
A celebrity’s power is a function of that individual’s popularity, whereas no matter how youthful, beautiful and charming a royal may be, that royal’s power is a function of her position.
Back in the 1980s I was one of many scientists in the US who were researching the conundrum that was AIDS. By 1987 scientists knew that AIDS was not transmitted by casual contact. Convincing the public was another matter. Despite the attempts to educate/inform the public, the widespread belief that people with HIV/AIDS posed a danger to the public at-large stubbornly remained. Articles in newspapers and magazines, news reports broadcast over the MSM, news ‘specials’, panel discussions, lectures, and news magazine shows, did next to nothing to lessen people’s fears.
One day I came home after a long day at work. The weather had been humid and stuffy, and I was tired. My husband told me that there was something on the evening news that I HAD to see. I asked him what he had seen that was so important. His only reply was to say that I would know why it was so important when I saw it, but he refused to tell me what ‘it’ was. I watched the later broadcast, too tired to pay full attention.
There was an advert, and then SHE appeared. CBS was featuring a spot on Diana, Princess of Wales. She was visiting patients at an AIDS hospital, and dressed in a lovely flowered frock she was sitting close to these emaciated men, talking to them, shaking hands with them.
My husband predicted that as a result of that visit we would find that Diana had accomplished more to wipe out the fear of becoming infected with AIDS through casual contact than had all the attempts that had been made to educate the public. I knew he was right.
“At the height of the AIDS epidemic in 1987, Princess Diana did something truly remarkable: She shook hands with an AIDS patient in London, a simple act that reverberated around the globe and smashed stigmas at a time when public fears about catching the disease were prevalent.”
https://people.com/royals/how-princess-diana-used-the-power-of-touch-to-smash-stigmas-she-wasnt-a-gloves-person/
I doubt that any celebrity, no matter how dedicated and well-meaning, could have accomplished what Diana did on that day.
Queens and Kings are beloved by their people. Do we call that celebrity? Of a kind but it isn’t quite the same. Harry and Meghan aren’t king and queen but they represent the monarchy and are members of the royal family. They are well received and by some people, beloved. Given who they are this is totally normal and a great gift. If William and Kate had the same charisma they might inspire the same response, maybe some day they will.
Royals are celebrities and have been for centuries. Outside of the monarch who has an official role in the UK govt the rest of them show up to events for the sole purpose of bringing attention to certain causes. They don’t put up barriers just for show. They all expect a crowd it’s just some of them attract more people than others.
I honestly don’t understand this criticism. Why about this was more “celebrity?” Harry was there giving a speech, Meghan was with him. Kate has attended the freaking BAFTAs for crying out loud, how is that not being a celebrity? (and it was in a similar vein to this – William is the head of BAFTA, so they go to the ceremony some years. Harry was here in an official capacity, Meghan accompanied him.)
I fully agree. People keep using celebrity like it’s a slur. Honestly for the people who are not part of UK, the Royals are celebrities. They get feautred in our celeb magazines, tv specials and gossip websites. We fawn over their weddings, babies and scandals.
The royal family is the oldest form of Celebrity. Over the years they’ve become very boring and people have forgotten how tantilizing they can be.
The problem is people have seen William and Kate spend 7 years doing very little work and hype. Many have gotten used to the idea that this is what being a royal is in the Modern day. And that’s not the case.
Harry and Meghan have brought back the hype and it’s all for the benefit of the UK.
Frankly, Kate brought back the hype first.. I just thought joining him on stage was a bit much. Like after a huge baby shower I see it more and more. She’s an actress, I get it.
15-20 friends is not a huge baby shower. It’s about average size I would say.
The press certainly tried to make it a huge thing, but the shower itself was normal.
LoL I’m poor and my family and friends and work people gave me 4 baby showers with my last kid.
My main one, with relatives and friends that I see at every holiday was over 60 people. My other ones were all 30-40 people.
I didn’t have a choice, sure I could have been really rude and not gone as a choice, but im not rude so i had 4 showers.
And I’m not unusual, at all.
So her 15-20 people is definitely NOT a big shower.
You always like to throw in the celebrity insult against against her….as if the royal family hasn’t been in celebrity status since they serve no real purpose and haven’t for decades. As if they weren’t seen happily cavorting with other celebrities before Diana was even on the scene.
Maybe a bit. I agree with no purpose. The royals should be more reserved and more regal. In reality it’s often so not the case. I think mostly TQ herself is sticking to this rule now.
Exactly…”celebrity” isn’t a slur or an insult, it literally is the definition of a famous person. And the royals are all famous. They are ABSOLUTELY celebrities.
They aren’t actors or athletes, and they serve a particular function in the UK, but there’s no question that they’re celebrities, all of them, even (especially!) the Queen.
The BRF is basically the longest-running reality show in human history.
“I don’t mind it” LOL. Yes you do!
No, I really don’t. She just did a pap stroll in NYC and then surprised the audience but joining on stage. Like Beyonce.
I don’t see the problem clearly Harry is proud of Meghan and he wanted to show off his wife.
Harry surprised the audience by bringing Meghan on stage. Would you rather Meghan refuse her husband’s request and embarrass him publicly just so she would appear less celebrity-like?
I love that Harry is proud of his wife and goes against the grain of people who try to designate Meghan as an other and downgrade her significance in his life.
So you are choosing to ignore the fact that he pulled her up on stage after literally saying “I’m going to see if I can drag my wife up here in stage”???? You are choosing to perpetuate a certain narrative despite the facts. She wasn’t even in full makeup and would not have come in stage of Harry hadnt said anything. She’s not Beyonce. But even if she were that would be ok too. Beyonce gives to charity and celebrates female empowerment too.
um…celebrities are people who are celebrated, so how are the royals not celebrities?
To call someone a celebrity is an insult . It has many negative and egotistical connotations
yes, i realize that Skipper. And that’s probably due to the fact that many people conflate celebrities and entertainers. entertainers have been looked down upon as a profession for eons. i was just making a point that celebrity literally means a famous or celebrated person and that dictionary definition fits royalty to a tee. royals are the original celebrities. they’ve been fawned, gossiped, copied for as long as they’ve been in existence. who’s more celebrated in the uk than the british royals? didn’t charles just get a party for getting a title years and years ago? how many birthday parties does the queen have?
Love, love, love the no make-up. Her normal look is always overdone. Her daytime look usually isn’t much different than her nighttime look and often too much. She’s a natural beauty and truly needs minimal make-up. She definitely looks tired here but frankly that’s relatable for many women, pregnant or not.
I was at the wedding about 5 hours before labour in high heels and felt quite comfortable. I guess it is very individual.
Totally agree. Not pregnant, cannot wear heels. Ever. Even little kitten heels are sometimes too much heel for me. Yes I am that uncoordinated and lacking in grace lol. My best friend pretty much wore her heels into the delivery room, I think she walks better in heels than she does in flats or barefoot to be honest.
Count me in as someone who was very comfortable in heels when pregnant. I worked up to the day before both deliveries and had high energy; i was fine keeping up with with my regular schedule. I am thinking Meghan’s fit lifestyle has paved the way for this.
Shes beautiful!! Shes legit glowing!!
Maybe she doesn’t ‘need’ the makeup, maybe it simply helps her delineate between private and public? And Harry, stating to the world once again….WE ARE A TEAM! Whether private OR public, we are a TEAM! He’s so proud to be her hubby! Adorable, gorgeous, loving and warm-hearted…..long may they grow together, love together and live their best lives. Blessings!
I’m also of the belief that the unfavorable media outlets are editing their photos to make her look like her bronzer is harsher than it is. If you look at other people in a lot of the DM photos, they tend to look pinker or redder than normal too. All of a sudden she gets married and forgets how to do makeup for the cameras? I don’t think so.
I agree Ahoyoy! I’ve gone to the Getty Images site and there will be photos of her with more natural makeup and then one right next to it that’s been color enhanced and the difference is quite startling.
It might be the case but frankly what they do to some on the covers is even worse..
she looks amazing ! i really think her casual looks are her forte.
She looks so young and fresh , so much better than yesterday with the too much makeup and mother of bride outfit.
She looks pretty here- I think this style is a good look for her it feels like this is her natural style she looks comfortable (as comfortable as one can 9 months pregnant)
Probably a stupid question but what is WE day? I saw his speech had to do with the environment is it tied to that?
They’re so sweet. I saw the video and the crowd went wild when they saw Meghan.
Harry knows the power of Meghan.
The reception was truly amazing, and Harry knew what the crowd wanted.
She’s stunning. I absolutely LOVE her casual style. I wish she dressed this way more often, but I realize the job often requires something different.
I really don’t think she’s wearing any less make-up than usual, we just haven’t seen her with her hair down and that loose in a while, but she’s still wearing her usual make-up.
Also I think it’s so cute how Harry cleary shows he admires and adores Meghan.
I’m going to find a way to work in “pit of youths” to at least 12 conversations today.
She looks lovely. It’s nice to see her without the crazy bronzer. I’m with you on the high heels though. I’ve been heavily pregnant in winter and I stuck to tennis shoes, and I still kept slipping and falling all over the place. I could never pull that off 8 mo pregnant.
She looks fantastic. Her hair is lush.
Harry’s speech was spot on. The crowd cheering him, and Meghan’s arrival, really made me smile.
That deep blue blazer is a terrific color on her.
The media in the UK might have a problem with Meghan but the young people at that event obviously love her – and Harry – and why not? His speech was inspiring – if they can engage with and encourage young people then that’s a good thing, no?
We day UK is supported by big change a charity which Princess Beatrice is co founder of. She has also attended these events in the past, good to see cousins suporting this cause and family supporting family and their charity projects