Karl Jenkins denies being 'Meghan Markle in disguise’

Welsh composer and multi-instrumentalist, Sir Karl Jenkins, has denied claims her was Meghan Markle in disguise during the King’s coronation. Some viewers, last Saturday, took to social media to share Jenkins viral appearance – completely stunned by his sunglasses and distinguished moustache.

Some netizens were convinced that the white-haired man was the Duchess of Sussex in disguise. Speculating she was secretly attending the event, even after saying she would remain in California with her two children.

The Soft Machine member responded to the online rumours to clear the air. “I understand there has been a lot of interest in me since I appeared at the coronation,” Jenkins said. The 79-year-old further explained that he was very surprised that some people thought he was Meghan Markle.

@karljenkinsofficial Sir Karl Jenkins sets the record straight on his attendance at the coronation. #fyp #coronation #disguise #karljenkins ♬ Jenkins: Adiemus – Karl Jenkins

Jenkins was attending the coronation because he worked on a musical piece for the event. His music formed part of King Charles’ coronation ceremony in a symbol of the monarch’s appreciation for Welsh music and culture.

Where was Meghan?

Meghan skipped the coronation and stayed home in Los Angeles with her children. Archie turned four on the day. Their second child, Lilibet is only one years old. Her husband, Prince Harry flew over to attend the coronation in London. He was seen sitting in the third row inside Westminster Abbey when his father Charles and stepmother Camilla were formally crowned.

Harry hopped into a car en-route to Heathrow Airport, shortly after the ceremony, reported the BBC.

‘I look this way all the time’

Some even speculated that Jenkins was a thief in disguise, set on stealing the crown jewels.

“I look this way all the time,” laughed Sir Karl in his TikTok response. He told his TikTok followers that his famous facial hair was even “referred to in The Times was well”:

Oh, and my moustache has been referred to in The Times as well. But I’ve had this moustache since 18-years-old. It was very trendy then

Megan, you’re not fooling us… pic.twitter.com/Ni5wh27keT
— Bob Cryer (@bobbicee) May 6, 2023

Jenkins was seen sitting next to Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber in Westminster Abbey for the ceremony. Lord Webber decided to come to his friend’s defence online:

I can confirm it probably wasn’t MM and had no jewels on his person as far as I could see – ALW

Despite Jenkins’ explanation, some followers still joked around, saying that “is just what Meghan Markle in disguise would say”.