A large number of people are wondering why Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian have deleted their photos with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from their social media accounts.
The photos were taken at Kris Jenner’s star-studded 70th birthday party, where many other celebrities were also invited.
While the internet is awash with all sorts of conspiracy theories, it has been learned that Harry and Meghan were the ones asking their friends to remove their photos from social media.
Sources said it was Harry who convinced Meghan to talk to Kris Jenner and her celebrity daughter, Kim Kardashian.
By having their photos removed, the royal couple has not only set an example for future events, but has also sent a message to American celebrities that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will always abide by the rules that govern the British royal family.
For those unaware, the royal family follows very strict rules about physical contact and etiquette in official hearings.
According to these royals, the contact must be initiated by the most senior member present.
No guest may informally touch, hug or greet them unless they expressly allow it.
The proper greeting is a short handshake if they offer it.
Hugs, slaps or kisses are considered gestures too personal for protocol.
Although the rules outlined above are for the official occasions with royal family members, there can be more casual moments when they can be seen hugging and kissing guests.
While Harry and Meghan may have their own reasons for asking to have their photos removed from social media — because they were in no way at a royal event — their friends will hopefully understand that the kind of distance the couple is seeking is to maintain institutional respect.
Royal fans are hoping that before inviting the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to a party, American celebrities will watch a video of the infamous moment between the late Queen Elizabeth and Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez.
In the viral clip, Chavez is seen trying to greet the Queen, Harry’s grandmother, with a hug during a G20 summit in 2010.
However, the late president was bypassed by the Queen who kept smiling as he held his arms open and waited for her to respond.
