Meghan Markle's 'protective' gesture towards Prince Harry in 'moment of panic' in Australia
The couple have began their four-day tourPrince Harry and Meghan Markle have arrived in Australia for their four-day tour and have already made some meaningful visits.
After arriving in Melbourne, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex first visited a children’s hospital where they met with patients and medics.
Following their hospital visit, Meghan, 44, travelled to a women’s homeless shelter run by McAuley Community Services for Women. There, she met survivors of family violence.
Later, Meghan reunited with Harry, 41, as they visited the Australian National Veterans Art Museum. It was here where they couple shared a cute moment, and Meghan went into protective mode!
Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia
In the moment, the Duchess of Sussex is seen clutching onto her husband’s arm as they cross the road.
Prince Harry is also seen holding out a protective arm as ongoing traffic stopped to allow the couple to cross.
It seemed like a moment of panic that Harry was about to step out in front of the cyclists.
One reporter is heard asking the couple: “Are you enjoying being in Australia?”
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Harry replied: “Yeah, it’s wonderful. It’s great to be back. Thanks for having us back.”
He is then seen putting a comforting hand on Meghan’s back as they head into the venue.
Meghan Markle’s ‘protective’ moment with Prince Harry in Australia
Now a body language expert has weighed in on the couple’s appearance. Body language expert Darren Stanton said Meghan seemed to have a “moment of panic” as she and Harry crossed the road.
Speaking on behalf of Betfair Casino about the moment, Darren revealed to Royal Insider: “I think it was more of a protective gesture.
“It seemed like a moment of panic that Harry was about to step out in front of the cyclists even though Harry seemed to be aware of them and they seemed to have stopped.
“Even though she may have known there was no danger, this is a subconscious instinctive gesture to protect the ones we love.”
He added: “The fact her reflex is to pull him away from danger, real or imagined, shows how much Harry means to her and the strength of their bond. It is actually really sweet to see.”
Reaction to Harry and Meghan at children’s hospital
It seems Meghan and Harry received a very warm welcome to Australia by the public.
After Meghan and Harry’s trip to the Royal Children’s Hospital, Professor Christine Kilpatrick AO (Officer of the Order of Australia), who serves as Board Chair of The Royal Children’s Hospital, revealed the reaction to the couple.
She told PEOPLE: “Look around and you can see the crowds of people. The smiles on their faces and what it means to them. Everyone is absolutely delighted.
“You can’t measure the morale boost, but it is palpable. Many of these patients have been here for quite some time and are often very frequent visitors to the hospital, a joy like this is wonderful for them.”
Meghan Markle’s royal habit
Elsewhere, whilst walking on towards the Adolescent Oncology and Rehabilitation ward on Tuesday, Meghan was spotted channelling a very royal habit.
In fact, Princess Kate is often seen doing the same thing.
Meghan, after chatting with fans, seamlessly handed off a bunch of flowers to her aide after she was gifted them.
As fans cheered her name, it seemed that Meghan was keen to keep her hands free, so she was ready for handshakes.
This is a technique perfected by Queen Elizabeth II and long used by working royals.
However, some observers think this was an awkward move…
One viewer said of the widely circulating clip: “Did Meghan really hand a gift to her handler like she’s a royal?”
Another replied: “Yes she did. This is being loosely referred to as a Royal Tour. This is what they want”.
Another penned: “She really did”.
Oh dear!
Meghan Markle praised for her appearance
Meghan also had a very wholesome exchange with a royal fan whilst at a women’s homeless shelter, run by McAuley Community Services for Women, where she got stuck in serving frittatas, whilst donning a pinstriped apron.
Attendee Leah, whilst being served by Meghan, took the moment to give the Duchess of Sussex a glowing compliment.
“All right, Leah. How hungry are we?” asked Meghan while she dished up the frittata.
“You look amazing, you look like a model,” Leah gushed while she waited.
“Oh, my God. That’s so generous,” Meghan replied, visibly amazed by Leah’s sweet words.
“You do, and you’ve had children, you have no wrinkles, you have glowing skin,” Leah continued.
Laughing and shaking her head, Meghan said: “Yes, I do!” before adding: “You are so nice.”
How sweet!
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