Meghan Markle marked Prince Harry's 35th birthday on Sunday with a heartfelt Instagram post, but a psychologist has suggested the message contained hidden meanings. The Duchess of Sussex, 38, shared a photo montage of her husband through the years, accompanied by a tribute calling him 'the best husband' and 'an amazing dad'.
Psychologist Jo Hemmings analysed the post for Fabulous Digital, describing it as 'a very carefully curated collage' designed to show Harry 'in the best possible light'. She noted that Meghan is 'never seen full-faced' in the images, suggesting a desire not to overshadow him. Notably, the selection excludes pictures of Harry with his father, Prince Charles, or the Queen.
One image showing baby Harry in Princess Diana's arms as she steps off a plane was deemed an 'odd choice' by Hemmings. She speculated it could hint at Meghan's wish to emulate Diana's informal parenting style. Another photo from the Queen Mother's 100th birthday in 2000, showing a young Harry looking solemn beside Prince William, was interpreted as a pointed reference to the 'heir and spare' dynamic, potentially reflecting current tensions between the brothers.
The collage also included Harry's first day at nursery and a previously unseen snap of him with Meghan and their son Archie. Hemmings concluded that the images were selected to make Harry 'shine', with no pictures of other senior royals included.
