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Meghan Markle Criticized for Smiling Selfie with Politician Accused of Harassing Teen Girls

  • Meghan Markle visited Geneva to deliver a speech at the Lost Screen Memorial about children's online safety, describing it as a public health issue, in an event hosted by the World Health Organization.
  • At a World Health Organization dinner following the speech, Meghan took a selfie with Wille Rydman, Finland's Minister of Social Affairs and Health, who has faced allegations of sexually harassing teenage girls and making racist remarks.
  • A spokesperson for Meghan stated that she did not know Rydman beforehand and was unaware of his controversial background, explaining that vetting everyone for photos at public events is not possible.
  • The controversy over the photo highlights the challenges Meghan and Prince Harry face on public engagements without royal support amid their efforts to establish themselves as global leaders.
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A joint photo of Duchess Meghan and Finnish Minister Wille Rydman at a UN WHO meeting in Geneva has given rise to criticism. Now her team is responding to the discussions about the politician.

·Berlin, Germany
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Minister Wille Rydman shared a picture of himself and Meghan Markle on social media. A spokesperson for the Duchess explains to British evening newspapers how it happened.

·Finland
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Duchess Meghan and Wille Rydman met in Geneva, Switzerland, at a dinner hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO).

·Helsinki, Finland
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Duchess Meghan distanced herself from Rydman through her spokesperson. Minister Rydman considers the British press's reporting to be harmful.

·Finland
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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
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