Prince Harry’s Bold Move Proves He’s Thriving Solo Without Meghan Markle—Expert Reveals
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Prince Harry’s solo appearance at the Santa Barbara One805Live! annual charity event has garnered praise from a body language expert, who noted his confident and cheerful demeanor in the absence of his wife, Meghan Markle. The Duke of Sussex attended the event this week and showcased a relaxed, fun attitude while engaging with the audience.
Body language expert Judi James commented on Harry’s noticeable comfort and enthusiasm during the event. Speaking to The Mirror, James explained, “Harry’s body language here suggests that he is totally in his element and delighted to be soaking up or even surfing the on-stage adulation from the A-list audience like a star of the show.”
She further highlighted Harry’s approachable and upbeat manner, noting key details that pointed to his relaxed state. “His open jacket, his gleefully beaming smile at the audience, and that cheeky knowing thumbs-up gesture all suggest he is in full show-boating mode here, like some of his ‘rock star’ style appearances on stage when he first arrived in the US.”
During the event, Harry stood confidently on stage alongside award recipients, demonstrating an informal and outgoing attitude. James remarked on his interaction with one of the recipients, saying, “While the two award recipients stand together looking tentative, Harry is in full play mode, stretching an arm out to grab one man on the shoulder in a very informal display of recognition.”
The expert also emphasized Harry’s command of the moment, pointing out how he handled the microphone with ease. “His hand mic, that signal of who is in charge, is held high to his face, which is turned upward and away, with his head tilted and his chest puffed to suggest a moment of complete confidence during this solo outing.”
In comparison to his appearance at the same event in 2023, when he attended with Meghan Markle, James noted a shift in Harry’s demeanor. “In 2023, Harry and Meghan were seen at this event in a series of awkward-looking poses from Harry and a tricky microphone moment from Meghan, but this year his status and level of involvement look clearer and his mic management far more adept.”
Harry’s presence at the charity event, without Meghan, seems to have allowed him to shine in a way that showcases his ability to engage with an audience comfortably and confidently. His body language indicated a man fully in control of the moment, enjoying his solo time on stage and connecting with those around him.
As Prince Harry continues to carve out his role in public life post-royalty, moments like these suggest that he is growing more at ease in the spotlight, embracing his position as a public figure in his own right.
