Meghan Markle’s Awkward Encounter at Charity Event Raises Eyebrows

In a surprising turn of events, Meghan Markle has found herself in the spotlight once again, this time due to her behavior at a recent charity event.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who now call Montecito, California home after stepping back from royal duties three years ago, made an unexpected appearance at Kevin Costner's polo field for the 1805 Live charity gathering.

The event was teeming with stars, including heavyweights like Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres, yet it seems the couple struggled to make meaningful connections.

Despite the star-studded atmosphere, insiders reported that Harry and Meghan felt largely overlooked by the Hollywood elite.

In an effort to engage with attendees, they were spotted blocking Katy Perry's parents and asking for photo opportunities.

Their attempts didn't stop there; they even sought out the Franciscan Friars for some intimate snapshots.

However, it was Meghan's interaction with Father Larry Gosselin that raised eyebrows.

During the event, Meghan and Father Gosselin posed for photos together, but things took an awkward turn when she attempted to kiss him on the cheek.

The seasoned friar appeared taken aback, as Catholic priests are bound by a vow of celibacy and typically reserve kissing for familial or friendly contexts.

Father Gosselin had to gently remind Meghan to keep her distance, which he did on two separate occasions.

Adding to the discomfort, Meghan extended an invitation to Father Gosselin for the couple's upcoming wedding vow renewal next year.

This gesture was perceived by many as inappropriate and disrespectful, especially given the friar's esteemed position within the Franciscan community.

Notably, Father Gosselin was recently assigned to Old Mission Santa Barbara and had received a personal invitation from Kevin Costner to attend the charity event.

This incident isn't the first time Meghan's actions have sparked controversy.

Earlier this year, at the Invictus Games in Germany, she faced backlash for attempting to kiss a female attendee on the cheek without asking for consent.

The woman, who had endured significant trauma in her past, found Meghan's advance unsettling and frightening, highlighting the potential consequences of such uninvited gestures.

Online reactions to Meghan's behavior at the charity event have been swift and critical.

A video capturing a particularly awkward moment went viral, showing Meghan mistakenly thinking a microphone was meant for her.

As she reached for it, she quickly realized it wasn't intended for her and let go, while Prince Harry walked behind her, seemingly oblivious to the situation.

Social media users have labeled the incident cringeworthy, with many expressing discomfort at Meghan's interactions.