Prince Harry’s Memoir Sparks Debate on American and British Humor in Royal Traditions

Prince Harry has ignited a conversation about the contrasting sense of humor between Americans and the British, as well as the respect for royal traditions.

In his newly released memoir, “Spare,” the Duke of Sussex recounts an awkward encounter involving Meghan Markle's joke during her first Trooping the Colour ceremony in 2018.

This official celebration marks Queen Elizabeth II's birthday in June.

During the event, Harry and Meghan joined the rest of the royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to greet well-wishers.

The atmosphere was initially jovial and upbeat.

However, the mood shifted when Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales and Meghan's sister-in-law, asked Meghan her thoughts on the occasion.

In his book, Harry reveals that Meghan responded with a playful comment, saying, “colorful.”

To his surprise, this lighthearted remark was met with an uncomfortable silence that seemed to engulf everyone present.

The prince describes the moment as a yawning silence that threatened to swallow them whole.

Prince Harry's recollection of this incident has sparked a debate on social media.

Some question why Meghan's harmless joke was met with such silence from the royal family.

Supporters argue that it was merely a joke, while critics claim it was in poor taste.

They argue that Meghan should have shown more respect for the tradition and history represented by the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

The criticism also extended to Prince Harry himself, with some attributing the blame for Meghan's gaffe to him.

Critics argue that as a member of the royal family, he should have emphasized the significance and meaning behind the event.

They suggest that as an American, Meghan may not have fully understood the importance of the occasion.

In another excerpt from the memoir, Harry recalls Meghan's first solo royal trip with Queen Elizabeth II, which occurred shortly after the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

According to Harry, the Duchess and the late monarch bonded over their shared love for dogs.

The question now arises: Was Meghan never a suitable fit for the royal family?

Did she already know in 2021 that she would eventually leave Harry?

These questions have sparked a lively discussion among readers and viewers.

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