David Foster opened up about his encounter with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry after the “snub” rumor. He claimed that the viral video misrepresented their red-carpet moment at the David Foster Foundation fundraiser. According to him, it was turned into a “hurtful lie” for “clickbait.” It was reported that the host snubbed the Duchess of Sussex in the clip. For those unversed, Markle and Harry attended the gala that celebrated Foster’s foundation’s 40th anniversary on August 7.
David Foster reportedly defends Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after snub rumors
David Foster did not snub Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at his fundraiser gala. The rumors began after a video went viral online, showing an awkward red-carpet moment. It appeared that the host had ignored the duchess’ pleasantry before posing for a photo with them. Meanwhile, the 76-year-old producer exclusively told PEOPLE what really happened.
“As the host of the David Foster and Friends foundation event, I had already greeted our friends, the Duke and Duchess, at the entrance 10 minutes before the red carpet encounter,” he said. According to him, Harry and Markle had also “graciously and selflessly” given their time at the gala.
Furthermore, Foster claimed that the Sussexes were his “dear friends.” “Anyone watching can see there was no awkward moment and certainly no snub,” he added. Additionally, he defended the couple and slammed “that certain media” for misinterpreting the red-carpet moment as “clickbait.”
Meanwhile, the video showed Harry and Markle posing for the camera on the red carpet. They stopped and made space for Foster and his wife, Katharine McPhee. The producer seemingly walked past the couple, while his spouse graciously accepted the place near the duchess. Then, it appeared Harry dropped a joke, making others laugh.
Soon, the moment when Foster walked past Markle turned into “snub” chatter online. It was said that he ignored the “Suits” alum.
Originally reported by Suushmmita Sen on Reality Tea.
