Prince Harry delivered a heartfelt speech reaffirming his role as a devoted father, dispelling rumors that he enjoys time apart from his family in New York. Speaking at the Clinton Global Initiative, where he was promoting the Parents Network, a charity he and Meghan Markle founded to address the dangers of social media, Harry made an emotional connection to his children. “My lock screen is a picture of my kids, what is yours?” he asked, as images of children who tragically lost their lives to social media bullying were displayed behind him.
“These children and thousands more meant the world to their families. The beautiful faces you see before you, their smiles, their dreams, all lost, all too soon and all because of social media,” Harry said. He further explained the mission behind the Parents Network, calling it a global community offering vital support to parents whose children have been harmed by social media.
Addressing Rumors with a Video Call
Prince Harry‘s speech seemed like a strategic move to counter accusations that he enjoys spending time away from Meghan and their children. The day before, Harry was seen making a video call to his family, which appeared to further challenge these rumors. The call took place at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, where Harry was preparing to go on stage with recipients of the Diana Award.
Combating Speculation About Family Separation
Both the video call and Harry’s public mention of his children seemed calculated to combat the narrative that there is a rift between him and Meghan. While Harry has been attending events in New York without Meghan this week, these gestures appeared to reinforce his commitment to his family and counter speculation about any distance between them.