Meghan Markle Supports Prince Harry at Sentebale Charity Polo Event in Sunshine State Amid Royal Concerns

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Meghan Markle supported her husband, Prince Harry, as he traveled to Florida for a charity polo match benefiting his Sentebale organization.

The Duchess of Sussex, 42, looked elegant in a white halter dress with a unique design, showcasing a cutout at the bodice and a pleaded skirt. She paired the outfit with stiletto heels, gold jewelry, and oversized black sunglasses, while styling her hair in a classic low bun.

Harry looked stylish in a tan linen blazer, light blue button-up, and white denim jeans. The couple posed for photos on the red carpet before heading to the green, where they happily strolled hand in hand.

Despite previous claims, Meghan does not have a full-time stylist. According to a source, "The Duchess chooses her own outfits." Although celebrity stylist Jamie Mizrahi helped her for the Variety's Power of Women summit last November, they did not have an official partnership.

Meghan showed her support for Harry by attending the match on Friday. Harry co-founded Sentebale in 2006 with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho. This charity provides assistance to children and young people in Lesotho and Botswana, offering services such as healthcare, education, vocational training, and more.

This charity match marked the couple's first public appearance together since it was announced earlier this month that Harry and Meghan are working on new projects with Netflix.

The twosome are currently working on two nonfiction series, as reported by Deadline on Thursday, April 11. One series will showcase Meghan as she enjoys cooking, gardening, entertaining, and friendship. The second series will focus on the world of professional polo, with scenes filmed at the U.S. Open Polo Championship. Although Harry has been playing polo as an amateur for years, it is not yet known if he will appear on camera.

Just a month ago, Us confirmed that Meghan has successfully trademarked her lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard. The duchess plans to sell a range of household items, such as cutlery, cookbooks, and jarred foods, based on the trademark application.

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The event coincided with a challenging time for Harry's family. Earlier in February, Buckingham Palace announced that his father, King Charles III, had been diagnosed with cancer and would be scaling back his public duties to focus on treatment. Harry promptly flew to the U.K. to visit Charles, aged 75, but their meeting was brief.

Back in the U.S., Harry spoke out about his father's health battle. During an interview on Good Morning America in February, he expressed his love and gratitude for his family. "I cherish the opportunity I had to visit him and spend some time together," Harry shared.

Harry expressed his desire to spend more time with his father in the coming days. He mentioned, "I have some upcoming trips that will either pass through the U.K. or bring me back there. Therefore, I plan to visit my family whenever possible."

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In the following month, Princess Kate Middleton, Harry's sister-in-law, shared that she is battling cancer and receiving chemotherapy. Harry and Meghan responded to the news by expressing their well wishes in a statement. They said, "We send our thoughts for Kate's health and healing, and hope that she and her family can find peace and privacy during this time."

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who have had disagreements with Prince William and Kate since leaving their royal roles in 2020, responded publicly. However, The Times of London reported that Kate’s diagnosis was not shared with Harry and Meghan in advance. They found out about it from television, at the same time as the public.

Some royal watchers thought that Charles and Kate’s health issues could help mend the rift between Harry and his family. But royal historian Richard Fitzwilliams mentioned in March that tensions remained high.

Fitzwilliams shared with TIME that it is significant that Harry and Meghan found out about the diagnosis through the news. He mentioned that the brothers have not been in touch for months and their trust has deteriorated.

Editor's P/S:

The article captures the recent public appearance of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at a charity polo match in Florida. Meghan's elegant attire and Harry's stylish ensemble reflect their commitment to the event and the cause it supports. Despite rumors, Meghan's fashion choices are her own, showcasing her independence and personal style.

The charity match highlights Harry's dedication to Sentebale, an organization he co-founded to aid children and youth in Lesotho and Botswana. This event also marks the couple's first public appearance since announcing their partnership with Netflix for two nonfiction series. Meghan's focus on lifestyle and Harry's involvement in the world of polo showcase their diverse interests and aspirations.