In an unearthed video, Prince Harry was willing to “take a backseat” while Meghan Markle “took charge” during a pre-recorded interview on CBS Sunday Morning that aired last year.
Last summer, the couple spoke with the show’s host Jane Pauley about online abuse and the protection of children on the internet, both of which they are passionate about.
Their body language was particularly telling, with expert analyst Darren Stanton claiming that despite Meghan’s “nervous” appearance, she grabbed the lead.
Speaking for Betfair Casino, he observed: “During the sneak preview of their future interview, Harry is sitting there and listening to Meghan from the start. His eye contact was regulated and consistent, indicating that he is intently listening and waiting his turn.
“He seemed at ease taking a backseat while Meghan led the charge during their joint appearance, appreciating the support of having his wife by his side as her presence visibly calmed his nerves.”
Mr Stanton clarified that this did not reflect a lack of confidence on the part of the Duke of Sussex: “We later saw Harry beginning to speak up, with him accidentally cutting Meghan off mid-sentence – as she was taking the lead in the conversation, throwing her off guard.
“When Harry answered the interviewer, we see him being expressive with his hands and arms. This shows he felt enthusiastic about the answer he was giving. His non-verbal gestures reflected the passion he hoped to convey verbally.
“Here, Harry demonstrated he has the confidence and control to change the interview dynamic where appropriate. He’s not afraid to have his say and is happy to get more involved in the conversation where he feels necessary, as much as he is happy to let Meghan take a centre role.”
