Meghan, Duchess of Sussex has made her long-awaited arrival at the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Joining her husband Prince Harry on day three of the games, she gave an “off the cuff” speech apologising that she was “late to the party”.
Meghan, 42, had remained in Montecito, California, for the first four days of Harry’s trip, as she settled their two children Prince Archie, four, and Princess Lilibet, two.
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As Harry opened the games in Germany, his wife was spotted with a female friend ordering In-N-Out burgers in Los Angeles.
After touching down in Dusseldorf, Meghan reunited with her husband and went on to host a reception for more than 1600 athletes.
Taking to the stage during the event, Meghan delivered an “off the cuff” speech explaining why she was late.
“Hi everybody. It is so special to be here and I’m sorry I’m a little late to the party,” she began as her husband stood beside her.
“Like so many of you, you know this is about family and friends and the community that Invictus has created … and so I had to spend a little bit more time getting the little ones settled at home.
“Three milkshakes and a school drop off and I just landed a couple of hours ago and I am thrilled that the first event I can do for Invictus is here with all of you.”
“My husband is a man of few words this evening, do you want to say anything?” she joked, turning to Harry.
“You don’t need to hear from me again,” he stated, before adding a few more informal remarks.
Harry founded the initiative to aid the rehabilitation of injured or sick military personnel and veterans from across the globe, by giving them the challenge of competing in sporting events similar to the Paralympics.
The Duchess stunned in a Banana Republic buttoned dress, paired with a Bottega Veneta belt and Aquazurra shoes.
On her wrist was a set of colourful beads.
During her speech, Meghan said she had been sent gifts, including the beaded bracelet.
She held up her arm to loud cheers and said the initials of someone who was unable to make the game had been etched on them.
Meghan “did her own hair and makeup” for the occasion, The Sun reported.
The evening included an evening of German food, music and entertainment.
The Duchess’ trip marks her first to Europe since she attended Queen Elizabeth’s funeral in September 2022 alongside members of the royal family.
While the Sussexes addressed the Invictus athletes, their sister-in-law Catherine, Princess of Wales, visited inmates at HMP High Down prison in Surrey.
Kate met prisoners struggling with addiction as part of Addiction Awareness Week.
The princess’ index and middle fingers were taped together after an incident while playing on the trampoline with her children Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, eight and Prince Louis, five.
The inident resulted in “a small injury, nothing serious,” a spokesperson for Kensington Palace confirmed to People.
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