Miles from London, they no longer intend to be silent.
While their documentary for Netflix is already shaking Buckingham Palace, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were honored at the Ripple of Hope Awards, this Tuesday, December 6 in New York.
They notably received the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Prize for their commitment against racism within the British royal family.
“They went to the oldest institution in UK history and told them what they were doing wrong, that there could be no structural racism within the establishment, that we could not harbor any misunderstandings about mental health,” said Kerry Kennedy, president of the Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Human Rights organization, in particular.
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“They knew that if they did that there would be consequences, that they would be ostracized, that they would lose their family, their position within this structure and that people would blame them for it,” continues the daughter of “ Bobby Kennedy.
"They did it anyway because they believed they couldn't live with themselves if they didn't question that authority."
The “enormous impact” of telling his story
Invited to go on stage to receive their “anti-racism” prize, the Sussexes in turn had the right to speak.
Meghan Markle took advantage of this moment to praise Robert Kennedy, a man who inspires her.
“RFK's enduring dream of a just and peaceful world is more than just hope.
It is a direct request, a specific challenge, a call to action, a test of individual courage and collective spirit,” she insists.
“His appeal to humanity is as relevant today as it was in 1966, when he addressed the University of Cape Town, a place we visited and close to our hearts.
And he delivered a vision for the common good of society.”
Sitting alongside his wife, Harry meanwhile stressed the importance of storytelling, saying that “ultimately we live in a world where sharing experiences and stories has a huge impact” and then adding that it was important to undertake "if you are in a position of influence, leadership or otherwise".
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Sussex and tenderness
Two days before the release of their Netflix documentary, which already promises to be explosive, the Sussexes' participation in the New York gala was certainly very scrutinized.
And as usual, Harry has multiplied tender gestures towards his wife.
In particular, he was seen surrounding Meghan Markle with a protective arm during dinner, and exchanging a few affectionate caresses, as revealed by the
Daily Mail
in a series of photos.
What to prove once again that their love is stronger than the Crown.
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