Meghan and Harry return to public view with an online conversation
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made their first public appearance of the year on January 8, 2026. The pair sat down for a virtual interview with Oprah Daily, featuring host Gayle King and writers Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price. The authors recently released a book titled “The Amazing Generation,” which focuses on how screens and the digital world affect children’s health.
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Our faves Meghan & Prince Harry was on OprahDaily, hosted by Gayle King, talking to Jonathan Haidt & Catherine Price about the impact of social media on kid's mental health. 👏🏼 It's an important & serious topic that the Sussexes are committed to tackling.💜 pic.twitter.com/bvx3zQSVMV— Teka🍉🌍🔥🌎 (@MarleyNeens) January 9, 2026
From their home in Montecito, the Prince and Princess of Wales joined the call to ask questions about the impact of phones, tablets, and other devices on the kids and the youth. The pair showed interest in the emotional and social effects that screens may have on children and asked thoughtful questions about the hidden costs that technology brings. In addition to the conversation, fans also noticed Meghan Markle’s new hairstyle.
Meghan showcases a refined new look for the new year
Meghan Markle revealed a noticeable change in her appearance during the interview. Instead of her usual waves or loose bun, the Duchess of Sussex wore her hair slicked back in a polished way. The look featured a smooth top and fanned out ends, which created what some fans consider a “halo” effect.
The hairstyle was a departure from her more relaxed looks, which have helped her build an aura of approachability and relatability in previous public appearances. Meanwhile, this recent sleek style brings out a professional tone or “smart-casual” vibe that reminded viewers of her character Rachel Zane on Suits. Fashion editor Laura Sutcliffe from HELLO! explained that the mother of two likely used pomade to smooth the hair while keeping the ends soft for balance.
“Meghan tends to be quite straightforward with her hair, often opting for her signature, relaxed messy bun or a flurry of waves, but this is a bridge between the two.”
Replicate the look for yourself
Replicating this smart casual tone, Laura Sutcliffe advised readers to wear the top of their hair flat to their heads. Then, she recommended the use of some pomade to make it “stick,” and also advised letting the ends fan out in a natural way to give the style a “halo-like effect.”
“She is wearing the top of her hair flat to her head, which she would have used some kind of pomade to make it ‘stick’. She has also let the ends naturally fan out, giving a halo-like effect to the hair.”
