Prince Harry faced a public humiliation during his recent speech at the World Mental Health Day Festival in New York City, where his usually supportive audience fell silent, showing a lack of enthusiasm.
Despite delivering a message about the challenges young people face in the digital age, the crowd's reaction was subdued, and the atmosphere was tense.
Insiders noted that Harry appeared shaken and emotional after the lukewarm reception, with some describing the moment as painful for the Duke of Sussex.
The lack of applause and engagement starkly contrasted with the heartfelt content of his speech, which focused on mental health as a shared responsibility and community challenge.
The tepid reception and silence have fueled speculation about Harry's waning influence in royal and public circles, especially amid ongoing family tensions and scrutiny over his and Meghan Markle’s public appearances. While the speech aimed to foster community and healing, the audience's coldness sent a clear message of royal and public fatigue.