Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, has abandoned the joint speech she was scheduled to deliver alongside her husband, Prince Harry, in Brussels at the European Parliament. The decision to withdraw from speaking was made because the Duchess does not feel 'emotionally strong enough' after the arrest of her father, Thomas Markle Sr. [1]
Initially, both Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were scheduled to give the main address at the European Parliament on Tuesday. The event focused on children's safety online. [1]
Although she is giving up the speech, the Duchess will still join Prince Harry at the event. The decision not to speak in public came after Thomas Markle Sr. was brought before a court in Florida, United States, on Friday and charged with possession of video material depicting sexual abuse of minors. [1]
A source cited by The Telegraph confirmed the reason for the Duchess of Sussex's withdrawal: 'Simply put, she is not emotionally strong enough right now to deliver a public speech.' [1]
Her presence in Brussels will mark Meghan Markle’s first public appearance since the recent accusations made against Thomas Markle Sr. [1]
Following the Duchess's withdrawal, Prince Harry will deliver a solo speech at the unveiling of the 'Lost Screen Memorial' exhibition, an art installation dedicated to honoring children who died after being victims of aggression in online spaces. [1]
- Categories:
- Entertainment
- Entities:
