This led to a wave of mocking reactions. One user wrote: “The embarrassment of putting up railings to hold back a non-existent crowd!!” Another added: “Hahahaha, and they put all that fences for the non existing crowd”. A third commented: “Look at all the metal barricades put up – expecting a big crowd! How embarrassing!”
What Really Happened
However, the situation was not as it seemed. Photos from the same visit clearly showed large crowds gathered behind separate barricades, where Harry and Meghan were seen greeting fans and taking selfies.
The confusion came down to camera angle. The original video was filmed in a way that did not capture where the crowd was actually standing, creating the impression that the area was empty.
In reality, reports described the couple as being “mobbed by fans” during their visit.
Social Media Pushback
Some users were quick to point this out and defend the couple. One person noted: “You notice how they keep the panning close to them so you can’t see the overall picture.”