Meghan Markle and
Prince Harry’s body language has been notable in recent weeks
following the death of the Duke of Sussex’s grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.
The pair’s behaviour has
caused plenty of public scrutinies, especially when compared to William and Kate,
who took a more business-like approach to their PDA during the mourning period
following the late monarch’s death.
Podcaster and columnist Jana
Hocking told news.com.au: “I always question those who have to prove their
overly-affectionate selves in public. Yes, the pessimist in me ponders why they
are trying too hard.
“Take for example, Meghan
and Harry. We watch her cling to him in public as if she will lose him if they
don’t hold hands.
“Then take a good look at
William and Kate. They stand tall, strong and independent – yet united.
“For me, that’s a sign of
a sturdy marriage. Two people who can stand upright by themselves but throw
each other an adoring side-glance when needed. No Power-PDA needed to prove
their union.
“Is this
touchy-feely-ness a sign of insecurity? Perhaps. Lust? Maybe. Ickyness to those
around them? Definitely,” she wrote.
Others didn’t agree, however.
Royal fans took to Twitter to
support the couple.
One said: “My Twitter
feed is full of people whining cos Harry and Meghan held hands at the funeral
talking about PDA and time and a place… it’s hand holding??”
Another added: “They also
need to realize that yeah maybe PDA isn’t protocol for working royals (William
& Catherine) … but Harry and Meghan aren’t working. They’ve long since
resigned from their duties and are attending their grandmother’s FUNERAL as
GRIEVING FAMILY MEMBERS.”
