Prince Harry was caught on camera rubbing Meghan Markle's back during a joint public appearance in Nottingham on Thursday, October 15, prompting social media users to claim the gesture exposed his "true feelings" for her.
The couple were seen engaging with members of the public as they walked by, with Harry appearing to touch his wife on the back several times to help her along. Viewers were drawn to the tactile behaviour, with many saying it spoke volumes about their relationship.
Social media reaction
On X, one social media user wrote: "Interacting with the crowds. (I love how Harry constantly touches his wife)." Other clips shared online showed Harry touching Meghan's hair and being attentive towards her, leading to similar comments.
One commented: "They should have an hour long meet and greet. This was so nice!! Wow that bouquet was massive! And the babies got some gifts too." Under a different video of him touching her hair, someone else said: "He loves her SO much." A third replied: "He loves Meghan."
Public perception
Meanwhile, a fourth commented: "Harry and Meghan's love story is so beautiful and I'm just happy they're taking us along for the journey." Someone else wrote: "Prince Harry loves Meghan deeply and that's why he'll do anything to keep her safe." Another noted: "He loves Meghan so deeply."
In summary, people think he makes his feelings clear by how tactile he is, and many find it wonderful that the couple appear so comfortable with each other in public.
Nottingham visit
The appearance marked Prince Harry and Meghan's first joint public engagement since returning to the UK. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who are no longer working royals, offered hugs and posed for selfies as they were cheered by crowds.
The Nottingham visit was significant as it was where the couple carried out their first engagement together after announcing their engagement in December 2017, when hundreds of people lined the streets to greet them.
