Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Graced the Jumbotron at the Invictus Games Opening Ceremony
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a notable appearance at the official commencement of the 2025 Invictus Games held in Canada. The Duke and Duchess were present at the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 at BC Place in Vancouver on Saturday, February 8. Founded by Prince Harry in 2014, the Invictus Games span from February 8 to February 16 and celebrate the resilience and valour of wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans worldwide.
During the Parade of Nations, Meghan avidly captured moments on her phone as she and Harry cheered on the athletes entering the venue. At one poignant moment, the couple’s image appeared on the Jumbotron, eliciting enthusiastic cheers from the assembled crowd. Meghan’s delighted expression and comforting gesture towards her husband as he greeted the audience on the big screen were particularly heartwarming.
The star-studded opening ceremony boasted performances by renowned artists such as Katy Perry, Noah Kahan, Nelly Furtado, Roxane Bruneau, and Chris Martin of Coldplay. Notably, Chris Martin not only composed the Invictus Anthem inspired by the poem “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley but his music has also been a significant part of the Games’ medal ceremonies over the years.
This year’s Invictus Games signify a notable milestone as the event features up to 550 athletes from 25 nations competing in 11 adaptive sports. The addition of winter adaptive sports like alpine skiing, snowboarding, and skeleton alongside core events like wheelchair basketball and swimming demonstrates the Games’ commitment to inclusivity and evolution.
The Invictus Games hold a special place in the hearts of Meghan and Harry, as this marks their fifth joint attendance at the event. With past participations in Sydney, Australia; The Hague, Netherlands; and Düsseldorf, Germany, the couple’s unwavering support for the Games and the athletes embodies their dedication to this cause. Additionally, the couple’s connection to Canada, from their initial public appearance at the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto to their residency on Vancouver Island post their withdrawal from royal duties in 2020, adds a deeply personal element to their involvement.
Robyn McVicker, the Chief Operating Officer of the Invictus Games, revealed that Harry had a hand in selecting the headline acts for the event, adding a touch of the couple’s personal touch and involvement behind the scenes. Excitement surrounding Meghan’s upcoming Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan,” set to premiere on March 4, adds to the buzz surrounding their trip and their evolving roles as content creators and entrepreneurs.
The closing ceremony of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler promises even more excitement with performances by Jelly Roll, Barenaked Ladies, and The War and Treaty, ensuring a high-energy and festive send-off to this year’s edition of the Games. The event stands as a testament to the power of sports, resilience, and camaraderie in celebrating and supporting our servicemen and women worldwide.