There are a few reasons that Ed Sheeran, the 34-year-old British singer-songwriter, made news this week. He accompanied Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to the Project Healthy Minds gala in New York City. The mental health awareness day was captured in this special video. It recognized the couple as Humanitarians of the Year for their tireless advocacy in this important space.
The award-winning musician and painter greeted guests at the gala wearing a black t-shirt and camo pants. He truly personified a cool, casual chic vibe for the night. His friendship with Prince Harry started in 2019. They collaborated on a fun video sketch to bring attention to this year’s World Mental Health Day theme of mental health in an unequal world. The sketch, recorded at Kensington Palace in Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s Ivy Cottage, packed an emotional punch. It helped inspire a broader movement to speak about mental health freely and openly.
Meghan Markle stole the show at the gala in a jaw-dropping white Chanel dress from their AW22/23 collection. She turned heads with her daring accessory selections. She finished off her festive look with Queen Elizabeth II’s signature horse-print Hermès scarf, lending an air of queenship to her outfit. The duo jointly accepted the award in person at the event, where they discussed their shared passion for advocating on behalf of mental health efforts.
Meghan Markle is all over the news after her unexpected appearance at Fortune’s Most Powerful Women summit in Washington DC. She’ll share about the launch of her lifestyle brand, As Ever. This venture follows a recent girls’ lunch with tennis star Serena Williams in New York, indicating Markle’s active engagement with both personal and professional endeavors.
Prior to the gala, Meghan and Harry attended panel discussions at the Project Healthy Minds festival. Much has changed since then, including their focus on the creation of a safer digital environment for youth. Their dedication to these causes is a testament to their overall mission of creating a compassionate, informed community surrounding mental health and wellness.
After their successful evening at the gala, Meghan Markle’s style statements continued to grab headlines. She was seen wearing a Ralph Lauren throwback during a girls’ day out with Princess Kate, showcasing her stylish yet approachable wardrobe.
The newly engaged couple’s romance first developed on their first date at the Soho House in London in July 2016. Reflecting on that memorable day, Prince Harry recalled a light-hearted moment:
“This time I was already there – waiting. Smiling. Proud of myself. Meghan walked in, wearing a pretty blue sundress with white pinstripes. She was aglow.” – Prince Harry
Ed Sheeran, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle are walking that line between their highly publicized engagements and personal developments. Their goal is to build safe communities through comprehensive mental health advocacy and creating real, lasting relationships.
