Kardashians Set Record Straight on Deleted Sussex Party Photos
Kim Kardashian has publicly addressed the mystery surrounding the sudden removal of photographs featuring Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from Kris Jenner's 70th birthday celebration. The reality television star provided a candid explanation during a recent podcast appearance, dispelling widespread speculation about a potential rift.
The Hollywood Party and Social Media Disappearance
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended the lavish black-tie event honouring Kris Jenner's milestone birthday in November last year. The high-profile Hollywood gathering occurred on the eve of Remembrance Sunday, with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex photographed alongside the Kardashian matriarch. These images were initially shared across the Kardashian family's social media platforms but were swiftly and inexplicably deleted, prompting intense public curiosity and numerous theories about the reasoning behind their removal.
Kim Kardashian's Candid Explanation
Speaking on her sister Khloe's podcast, Kim Kardashian revealed that Harry and Meghan personally requested the photographs be taken down. She described the situation as "really innocent" and firmly denied rumours suggesting the deletion resulted from any disagreement between Kris Jenner and the Duchess. "Mum and Meghan have been friends for some years now, and they have a really sweet relationship," Kim stated, emphasising the amicable nature of their connection.
The social media personality explained the sequence of events: "We were told that it was totally cool to post. And then after it was posted, I think they realised it was Remembrance Day and they didn't want to be seen at a party, even though it's already up, you know, and then taken down. And then I think they realised, like, 'Oh this was so silly.'"
Respecting Remembrance Day Protocols
Kim Kardashian elaborated that while Harry and Meghan's attendance at the Baby2Baby charity gala earlier that day was considered acceptable, the couple expressed discomfort about images depicting them "partying and dancing on the dance floor or whatever" remaining publicly accessible during the solemn remembrance period. "So we took them down to respect Remembrance Day," she clarified, highlighting the Sussexes' desire to maintain appropriate decorum.
Addressing Online Speculation
The businesswoman expressed frustration about how the incident was interpreted across digital platforms. "I hated how that was received for everyone. That sucks," Kim remarked. She suggested that a more lighthearted approach might have altered public perception: "If we just made it light and made it funny, you know, I think it would have been, like, received differently, but I hated how that was received for everyone." Kim concluded that the situation was "made into something that was so crazy and ridiculous that just didn't have to be," underscoring her belief that the actual circumstances were far simpler than online narratives suggested.
Context and Royal Protocol
The birthday celebration took place on Saturday evening, immediately preceding Remembrance Sunday when the Royal Family traditionally gathers at London's Cenotaph for commemorative services. Observant viewers noted that Prince Harry wore a poppy on his suit jacket during the party, while Meghan Markle did not. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges the Sussexes face in balancing their independent lives in California with the expectations and protocols associated with their royal backgrounds, particularly during nationally significant occasions.
