Royal enthusiasts were excited by photos of Prince Harry and Meghan attending Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday bash, but the images mysteriously vanished soon after.
The ex-royals graced the star-studded event at billionaire Jeff Bezos‘ colossal California mansion last weekend. The James Bond-themed party saw Harry looking dapper in a tuxedo, while Meghan dazzled in a black fitted roll neck top and matching skirt – reportedly a custom Balenciaga ensemble.
Earlier that day, the couple had made an appearance at the Baby2Baby gala in West Hollywood before heading off to celebrate Jenner’s milestone birthday.
They were snapped entering the glamorous event, where big names like Tyler Perry and Beyonce were also said to be present.
However, when Kris Jenner and her daughter, Kim Kardashian, posted photos featuring the royals on their social media accounts, the images were quickly taken down, leaving Royal followers puzzled.
Meghan’s close pal, tennis legend Serena Williams, was the guest of honor at the charity gala they attended first, and pictures of them smiling at that event are still accessible.
People magazine reports that insiders claim the photos were removed due to a consent form the couple signed upon arriving at the party, indicating they didn’t want their pictures published.
PR and communications expert, Mayah Riaz, shared with The Mirror, “From a PR perspective, there are a few possible explanations for this. The Kardashians are extremely media-savvy and highly strategic when it comes to their public image. If the photos featuring Harry and Meghan have disappeared, it’s unlikely to be accidental.”
“One possibility is that the Kardashians’ team decided the images might draw unwanted attention or controversy, particularly given the timing around Remembrance events. They tend to be careful about association with any ongoing public criticism or political sensitivities, and distancing themselves could simply be a case of brand protection.”
“Alternatively, it could have come from Harry and Meghan’s camp. Their team is known for carefully managing their public appearances and media narrative, so they might have requested the images be taken down if they felt the coverage didn’t align with their messaging or could be seen as inappropriate given the circumstances.”
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“Ultimately, both parties are very conscious of how their actions are perceived and will always prioritise controlling their image. This looks like a classic case of reputational management from one or both sides.”
A source told the Daily Mail that Kim Kardashian was reportedly frustrated by the alleged request from Harry and Meghan’s team to remove any photos of them, stating, “Kim was like, ‘you’ve already been papped outside and you were at the Baby2Baby event the same night being photographed like Meghan Trainor and Paris Hilton so what’s the problem?’ …Kim is pi**ed off”.
Yet the communications expert clarified that the two events aren’t truly comparable from a public relations standpoint, with one “bolstering” Harry and Meghan’s “public image,” while the other “risking tabloid scrutiny.”
“The Baby2Baby event is a charity gala that welcomes media coverage and photo opportunities. Attending a high-profile charitable event allows celebrities to be seen supporting a good cause and reinforces a positive public image,” the expert noted.
“From a PR perspective, it’s a very different context as there’s more openness to media exposure, and it aligns with the values of public service and philanthropy that Harry and Meghan often promote.”
“As for the reported quote about Kim’s frustration, it does sound plausible. From her point of view, the inconsistency might be confusing, especially if Meghan and Harry were photographed elsewhere the same evening. But for their PR team, the distinction is clear, one event bolsters their public image, the other risks tabloid scrutiny.”
“Ultimately, it comes down to control. Their team will always prioritise where and how they’re seen, ensuring every appearance supports the narrative they want to project.”
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