Prince Harry and Meghan Attend Event Amid Family Controversy

By Ramy Inocencio

November 10, 2026, CBS News

Prince Harry and Meghan appeared in public for the first time since Meghan’s father, Thomas Markle Sr., was detained by the FBI. Markle, 82, faces charges for possessing images of child sexual abuse and was taken into custody in Florida.

On Tuesday, Harry and Meghan arrived at the European Parliament in Brussels. The event focused on online child safety. Meghan initially planned to give a keynote speech with Harry at the Lost Screen Memorial. However, she chose to step back, leaving Harry to speak alone.

Harry emphasized, “Children deserve to feel safe wherever they are, in a classroom or on a playground, no matter where they are.”

The event’s focus on online child abuse carried additional weight given the circumstances. Roya Nikkhah of Britain’s Sunday Times, also a CBS News contributor, commented on Meghan’s emotional state. She noted Meghan’s presence at the event as an act of solidarity, showing her strong commitment to the cause.

Last month, Meghan expressed her distress over the charges against her father. She stated that initial concerns from 2018 influenced her and Harry’s decision to protect their children from him.

An FBI affidavit revealed materials involving child sexual abuse were found in Los Angeles storage units linked to Markle. Investigations are also underway in Cebu, Philippines, related to Markle’s past belongings.

Markle denies the allegations, calling them “sick lies.” Nikkhah mentioned Meghan’s willingness to assist with worldwide investigations, despite the challenges involved. She emphasized Harry and Meghan’s desire to continue their public endeavors.

This Brussels event was the couple’s first public appearance since returning to the U.K. after living in the U.S. for over six years. A U.S. judge has ordered a psychiatric evaluation for Markle, who is under house arrest at a Florida nursing home.