A recent social media post from within Buckingham Palace has ignited fresh discussion about the relationship between the Royal Family and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The incident occurred during a reception at the palace celebrating The King’s Trust Awards. British television personalities Jamie Lang and Sophie Habboo shared a brief, lighthearted video on Instagram in which they recreated a now-famous dance. This dance was originally performed several years ago by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a hospital setting before the birth of her daughter.
Filmed on a grand palace staircase, the clip was captioned with a playful note about filming inside the historic residence. Notably, the official Instagram account of the Royal Family responded to the post with a simple, “We see you 👀😉”—a comment widely interpreted by observers as a subtle, winking acknowledgment of the parody.
The original video referenced by the duo was shared publicly by the Duchess earlier this month to mark her daughter’s fourth birthday. In it, she and Prince Harry are seen dancing. While intended as a personal celebration, the footage drew a mixed reaction online, with some criticizing its tone.
The Duchess has since addressed the criticism, stating on a podcast that she views sharing such moments as an act of authenticity. She expressed a desire to present the genuine, joyful aspects of her family life, which she feels often occurs away from public scrutiny. A friend of the couple also came to their defense, condemning what they described as the “cruel” transformation of private family moments into public controversy.
The palace’s social media interaction, though brief, has been seized upon as a symbolic gesture. It arrives against a backdrop of continued public fascination with the dynamics between the Sussexes and the wider Royal Family, highlighting how even the most casual online exchanges are meticulously analyzed for deeper meaning.
