Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Show Solidarity Following Award Backlash
Meghan Markle stood united with her husband Prince Harry as he received the Pat Tillman Award for Service amidst severe backlash.
Dressed in a chic long white gown, the Duchess of Sussex was seen applauding and beaming with joy during her partner's acceptance speech.
For the unversed, the former working royal received the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the 2024 ESPY Awards at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on July 11.
The Montecito couple seemed unaffected by the criticism directed at Harry for being an undeserving candidate for the noble accolade.
Pat Tillman's mother, Mary, criticized the decision to honor the former working royal, calling him "controversial and divisive."
As reported by the Daily Mail, she said, "I am shocked as to why they would select such a controversial and divisive individual to receive the award."
She added, "There are recipients that are far more fitting. There are individuals working in the veteran community that are doing tremendous things to assist veterans."
"These individuals do not have the money, resources, connections or privilege that Prince Harry has. I feel that those types of individuals should be recognized," Mary further said.
