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Published February 17, 2024, 10:49 a.m. ET
They got the royal treatment.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry chatted with Canadian politicians and celebrities at the Invictus Games One Year to Go Dinner in Vancouver on Friday evening.
The Sussexes – who recently rebranded themselves with the launch of a sleek new website – prepared for the glamorous event, where Harry was hailed as a “visionary” in a song sung by Michael Bublé.
Meghan, 42, showed off some shoulder in a strapless olive dress that accentuated her slim frame.
Harry, 39, complemented his wife by wearing a tie in the same shade of green.
The Royals have been in Canada for the past week to prepare for the 2025 Invictus Games, which will be held in that country next February.
Squamish Nation Councilor Wilson Williams and Tsleil-Waututh Nation Chief Jen Thomas hug Meghan Markle and Prince Harry during the Invictus Games dinner. AP The Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended the One Year to Go dinner gala at the Vancouver Convention Center. AP The Sussexes – who recently rebranded themselves with the launch of a sleek new website – showed up for the glittering event, where Harry was hailed as a “visionary” in a song sung by Michael Bublé. AP
During Friday's gala, Bublé performed a song he co-wrote with Paul Anka that honored Harry and sent “healing wishes” to King Charles.
The 75-year-old monarch was diagnosed with cancer earlier this month after being hospitalized for an enlarged prostate.
“Who knew dreams could come true when life tells you you’re far from finished. Nothing tames Invictus Games, you play them your way,” crooned the 48-year-old Bublé.
“One man, one life-changing plan, he's doing everything he can, he's a visionary/Our healing wishes for your father/You deserve every day the right to say, 'I did it my way,'” he continued Track continues.
During Friday's gala, Bublé performed a song he co-wrote with Paul Anka that honored Harry and sent “healing wishes” to King Charles. AP Harry gave a heartfelt speech at the event on Friday. AP
Harry – the founding patron of the Invictus Games – also gave a heartfelt speech at the event.
He began by thanking the audience “for being here tonight and for your commitment to making the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 possible.”
“Being with the Invictus community, surrounded by so many brave men and women who have served their country with distinction, makes me feel humbled and at home,” the “Spare” author added.
“This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Invictus Games. The past decade has been a testament to the power of resilience and the unbreakable spirit that you all embody. And boy, we had fun along the way,” he said.
Earlier on Friday, Harry and Meghan appeared at another promotional event for the Invictus Games, accompanied by Bublé and his wife Luisana Lopilato. WireImage Gloved and glamorous: Meghan stunned in a camel coat and matching gloves. SplashNews.com Meghan and Lopilato laughed at the event. SplashNews.com Bublé and Harry chatted at the promotional event in Vancouver. SplashNews.com
Earlier on Friday, Harry and Meghan appeared at another promotional event for the Invictus Games, accompanied by Bublé and his wife Luisana Lopilato.
The Canada trip came just days after the prince visited to see Charles on February 6 during his health battle in England.
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