Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Protective Taj Mahal Moment Revealed
Meghan Markle, no stranger to the public eye as an actress and influencer, faced a different kind of attention when her relationship with Prince Harry began. Before embarking on a humanitarian trip to India, Harry offered her a piece of advice rooted in his late mother’s legacy.
In his memoir, Spare, Harry revealed that he warned Meghan against taking a photo in front of the Taj Mahal. The landmark is famously linked to his mother, Princess Diana, whose iconic 1992 photograph on the Taj Mahal bench symbolized the struggles in her marriage to Prince Charles, reported by the Mirror. Harry feared that such an image of Meghan could be misinterpreted as an attempt to replicate Diana’s poignant moment.
To Harry’s surprise, Meghan was unfamiliar with the photo and found his concern puzzling. Harry wrote that her reaction was “endearing,” as it underscored her genuine disconnection from the narrative surrounding Diana’s image.
The Taj Mahal bench has since become a major tourist attraction. Years later, in 2016, Prince William and Kate Middleton visited the site and briefly posed for a photo. However, they clarified it was not meant to echo Diana’s famous moment. Sources close to William suggest that while the photo of his mother is iconic, he holds deeper, more personal memories of her that overshadow that public image.
Harry’s advice to Meghan highlights his protective instincts, demonstrating his efforts to shield her from unnecessary comparisons to his mother and the scrutiny that comes with it. The moment reflects Harry’s deep concern for Meghan’s well-being amid the relentless media attention their relationship has faced.
Meghan’s ability to remain unfazed by the weight of these associations may have further cemented her bond with Harry, as they navigate the challenges of being in the public spotlight together.
This story not only sheds light on the couple’s dynamic but also illustrates Harry’s enduring connection to his mother’s legacy and his determination to protect Meghan from the pitfalls of royal life.