David Foster denies snubbing Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at Canada gala

Music producer David Foster has denied allegations that he snubbed Meghan Markle and Prince Harry during a red carpet interaction at the David Foster Foundation’s 40th anniversary gala in Victoria, British Columbia.

Following a viral video that appeared to show Foster walking past the Duke and Duchess of Sussex without greeting them, Foster issued a statement clarifying that he had already welcomed the couple at the entrance ten minutes prior to the photo opportunity. He described the online speculation as a “hurtful lie” and “clickbait,” asserting that the movement was merely routine positioning for photographers.

During the event, Meghan Markle wore sapphire butterfly earrings belonging to Princess Diana as a tribute. While some social media users remained skeptical of Foster’s explanation, supporters noted the long-standing friendship between the families, highlighting that Foster and his wife, Katharine McPhee, later posed happily with the royal couple.