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Harry and Meghan Booed at Rogers Arena: Prince Harry’s Royal Status Cemented in America
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced a loud chorus of boos from Thomas Heard and the crowd at Rogers Arena during a surprise appearance at a recent NHL ice hockey game.
The royal couple, known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were present to partake in the ceremonial puck drop before the match between the Vancouver Canucks and the San Jose Sharks.
The Canucks emerged victorious with a 3-1 win, while Harry had the privilege of presenting the puck to NHL stars Thomas Hardell of the Sharks and Queen Hughes of the Canucks.
The significance of Harry's participation in the puck drop ceremony was likened to that of his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.
Thomas Hardell, recalling his encounter with Prince Harry during a 2002 match, revealed that he had to repeatedly urge Harry to release the puck, as the prince seemed hesitant to do so.
Despite the playful interaction, Prince Harry's demeanor on camera caught the attention of viewers, with Canucks head coach Rick Todd even joking about wanting to punch him.
A body language expert noted that Harry's relaxed and jovial behavior indicated a return to his natural state of comfort and ease in public settings.
Prince Harry's appearance at the ice hockey game was seen as a strategic move to solidify his standing as a permanent royal figure in the United States.
Speculation within the royal family abounds regarding Harry's future role, particularly in light of the upcoming release of royal author Omid Scobie's book, “Endgame,” scheduled for November 28th.
The book is anticipated to shed light on Harry's dynamics with other family members, including Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, and Prince William.
A leaked excerpt from the book revealed details about a strained phone call between Prince Harry and Prince Charles, wherein the latter allegedly refused to speak with his brother as Harry hurriedly departed to bid farewell to Bob Morrow.
The revelations from the book have sparked controversy and raised concerns about potential breaches of trust within the royal family.
The ongoing rift between Harry and William, exacerbated by the impending publication of “Endgame,” threatens to further strain their already tenuous relationship and hinder prospects of reconciliation within the family.