Meghan Markle's 'Cringe' Birthday Post for Harry Sparks Debate

Meghan Markle's Birthday Tribute to Prince Harry: A Throwback or a Throwdown?

In a bid to celebrate Prince Harry's birthday, Meghan Markle decided to share a nostalgic photo from ten years ago. The picture, featuring a bearded Harry during an RAF flypast, was captioned with an enthusiastic 'Oh hi, birthday boy' and a fire emoji. While fans of the Sussexes applauded her choice, critics had a field day, dubbing the post 'cringe-worthy' and questioning why she opted for a photo linked to Harry's ex-girlfriend, Cressida Bonas.

Critics Weigh In

The backlash was swift, with some commentators pointing out the oddity of using an old photo when they could have made new memories together. One witty critique noted, "Using an old picture of your spouse to say happy birthday when you should've made enough memories by now to post a genuine, heartfelt photo….ok Meghan." Others chimed in, emphasizing the uncomfortable connection to Harry's past.

Harry's Nostalgic Evening

Interestingly, the snapshot was taken when Harry was 31, shortly after he returned from conservation projects in Africa. That very day, he was seen spending time with Cressida Bonas, his ex-girlfriend, which only fueled the discussions around Meghan's choice of photo.

Royal Love Stories

For context, Harry and Cressida dated from 2012 to 2014, a relationship that ended due to the pressures of royal life. Cressida has since found happiness with Harry Wentworth-Stanley, with whom she shares two children.

Back to the Present

Despite the mixed reactions, Meghan and Harry recently made their first public appearance in five months, proving that life goes on in the royal realm, even amidst social media scrutiny.