WATCH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dance like locals in Colombia’s salsa capital. Are they Latin royalty?

WATCH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dance like locals in Colombia’s salsa capital. Are they Latin royalty?

Harry and Meghan in Colombia
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prince Harry and Meghan Markle left Colombia on Sunday after a successful visit This sparked excitement and curiosity, leaving many wondering if the Duke and Duchess of Sussex deserved the title of “Honorary Latinos.” The couple, who were invited by Colombia’s Vice President Francia Márquez, fascinated locals as They immersed themselves in the culture, especially during a lively salsa session in Cali, a city that is considered the world capital of Salsa.

The couple not only observed the famous salsa rhythms, but also joined in fully. Harry and Meghan danced alongside the locals and blended into the crowd with surprising ease. Their moves were so classic salsa that many wondered if the couple had secretly taken lessons.

Meghan Markle’s impressive Spanish was also an admired gestureThe Duchess of Sussex, who was interning at the US Embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina, wowed viewers by speaking Spanish with a distinct Argentinian accent. While she apologized for not speaking “perfect Spanish,” explaining that she learned it 20 years ago, she was competent and her dedication lent an unexpected level of authenticity to her involvement in the local community.

Harry and Meghan in Colombia

The Sussexes’ visit to Colombia was part of a broader initiative by their Archewell Foundation, which focuses on creating safe digital spaces and promoting mental health, especially among children. In Bogotá, the first stop of the four-day visit, they took part in a Forum for Digital Security, where she advocates for mental health and the Fight against cyberbullying through Children and young people. They also visited a school and met with military personnel and veterans affected by Colombia’s decades-long internal conflict.

During their tour, they also attended the Petronio Álvarez Pacific Music Festival, an event celebrating Afro-Colombian culture, where they networked with local leaders and artists. In Bogotá, the first stop During the four-day visit they took part in a Forum for Digital Security, where she advocates for mental health and the Fight against cyberbullying through Children and young people. They also visited a school and met with military personnel and veterans affected by Colombia’s decades-long internal conflict.

At the end of their visit to Colombia on Sunday, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle took part in a forum on the challenges faced by women of African descent in their political activities. On Saturday they visited areas of the country that are known for preserving their African roots. They met with communities and their leaders in cities such as San Basilio de Palanque in Cartagena on Colombia’s Caribbean coast.

“I can feel this hug from Colombia. It’s incredible, thank you very much,” said the Duchess of Sussex in Spanish at the Forum of Afro-Colombian Women and Leaders.

A lasting impact

Although the visit was met with mixed reactions – some locals felt the royal tour was more of a PR exercise – there is no denying the positive impact Harry and Meghan had during their stay. Their genuine interest in Colombian culture, especially in cities like Cali, where they danced and chatted freely with locals, left a lasting impression.

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