Meghan Markle attended the European Parliament. It was her initial public appearance since her father's arrest. She put on a altered wedding dress. Afterwards she achieved a personal achievement after a difficult week. The appearance marked a special public appearance for the duchess.

Royal watchers noted the king wanted to speak with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. William and Harry experienced distress about the latest family developments. They avoided the king's 78th birthday celebration. Harry left Meghan in the UK for an global excursion.