David Foster denies snubbing Meghan Markle at Canadian gala

Music producer David Foster has denied allegations that he snubbed Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, during a red carpet appearance at the David Foster Foundation’s 40th-anniversary gala in Victoria, Canada. The controversy arose from viral video footage appearing to show Foster walking past the Duchess’s outstretched hand while acknowledging Prince Harry.

Foster released a statement clarifying that he had already greeted the Duke and Duchess at the entrance ten minutes prior to the red carpet encounter. He described the interaction as simple ‘positioning’ for a photo and characterized the claims of a snub as ‘clickbait’ and a ‘hurtful lie.’ He emphasized that Harry and Meghan are “dear friends” of his.

The event also highlighted the long-standing relationship between the two couples, as Foster’s wife, singer Katharine McPhee, has been childhood friends with Meghan. Despite the red carpet debate, the four were seen posing together for photographs shortly after the incident.

Separately, reports regarding the Sussexes' marriage have fluctuated. While some insiders have suggested tensions regarding Prince Harry’s desire to spend more time in the UK versus Meghan’s preference for Los Angeles, a recent social media post from Meghan featuring a happy photo with Harry has been interpreted by some observers as a sign of stability.