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Meghan Markle suffers awkward exchange with David Foster in viral video

A viral video of Meghan Markle's awkward exchange with David Foster has sparked a wave of speculation and denials.

By · Published August 13, 2026 at 10:29 UTC · Updated August 13, 2026 at 18:24 UTC

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What happened between Meghan Markle and David Foster?

A video has gone viral showing an awkward exchange between Meghan Markle and David Foster at a charity event. Some outlets have described the exchange as a snub, while others have denied this.

What has been the reaction to the video?

The video has drawn a mix of reactions. Some outlets have described the exchange as a snub, while others have pushed back against this narrative. Insiders have denied that Foster intentionally snubbed Markle.

What is the significance of the exchange?

The exchange has drawn attention to the relationship between Markle and Foster. Foster has been described as a 'father figure' to Prince Harry. The video has also drawn attention to the charity event at which the exchange took place.

Where it stands

One video has gone viral. It shows Meghan Markle and David Foster sharing an awkward moment on a red carpet. The video has sparked claims of a snub, with insiders pushing back against the narrative. The incident occurred at a charity event.

The video has drawn attention from multiple outlets. The Nightly and News.com.au both describe the exchange as a 'snub'. GB News and People.com have both published pieces denying the snub, with People.com calling Foster and Markle 'dear friends'. Page Six has published the viral video.

The video has drawn attention to the relationship between Markle and Foster. Foster has been described as a 'father figure' to Prince Harry. The video has also drawn attention to the charity event at which the exchange took place.

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