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Body Language Expert Dissects Melania Trump And Kate Middleton’s Awkward State Visit Moment
Kate Middleton and Melania Trump in formal attire during a state visit, analyzed by body language expert for awkward moment.
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Body Language Expert Dissects Melania Trump And Kate Middleton’s Awkward State Visit Moment

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President Donald Trump is in the United Kingdom with his wife, Melania,for his second state visit, drawing the attention of a body language expert who says that the US First Lady was uncomfortable with the pomp and circumstance.

The sighting comes amidst tightened security around the American commander-in-chief, protests in London, and three people being arrested for projecting photos of the late Jeffrey Epstein and Trump onto Windsor Castle.

Highlights
  • Donald and Melania Trump are in the UK for a second state visit under heavy security.
  • Body language expert Inbaal Honigman claimed Melania appeared tense despite smiling.
  • Queen Camilla was described as the most comfortable among the royal women present.

Some British tabloids have also accused Trump of snubbing tradition around the monarchy by walking in front of the King while bantering with one of said British monarch’s guards.

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    Speaking to the outlet, UNILAD, Inbaal Honigman first praised the sight of Queen Camilla, Princess Catherine (commonly referred to as Kate Middleton despite being married to Prince William), and Melania.

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    “It’s a fabulous picture,” Honigman, who seconds as a psychic, said.

    “As the ladies assemble for a chat, the most comfortable of the three appears to be Queen Camilla because her feet are placed slightly apart whereas both Catherine and Melania’s feet are close together,” she further observed.

    “When somebody stands with their feet apart, it means they’re happy to take up extra space and means they are content. Their hands tell the rest of the story.”

    Honigman further noted that Melania’s hands contradicted the expression on her face 

    Honigman observed other parts of the trio’s bodies and said: “Their facial expressions are similar across the board, with both Kate, Camilla, and Melania all flashing neutral, calm smiles.”

    Melania Trump and Kate Middleton in formal attire during a state visit with body language expert analyzing their interaction.

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    But the dealbreaker for the clairvoyant was “their hands” as they each either corroborated what their facial expressions said, or contradicted them.

    “Kate’s hands are in front of her, in a way that could be seen as slightly protective, but her fingers are widely splayed. This shows she feels at ease in the situation,” Honigman continued.

    However, Melania’s hands parted with the message her smile intended to send.

    Social media, for some parts, appears critical of the celebrity body language expert’s assessment

    Kate Middleton and Melania Trump in contrasting outfits during a state visit, analyzed by a body language expert.

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    Honigman described Melania’s hands as “noticeably tight into her fist.”

    She went on to say “that [it] shows [Melania] may feel like a fish out of water, a bit tense in that conversation.”

    Not everyone agreed with this assessment, and on Facebook, in response to an update, a netizen mockingly wrote:

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    “The ol’ experts, eh!”

    “Older people could tell the expert that an older person standing with legs a little wider is very normal, it comes with age!

    “And of course Kate, the youngest, is the one talking and using hands is rather normal too!”

    Another royal commentator took issue with Trump walking in front of King Charles 

    A prominent UK TV personality, Narinder Kaur, has homed in on another anomaly involving Donald Trump. 

    Melania Trump and Kate Middleton display tense body language during an awkward state visit moment analyzed by experts.

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    “Oh god..he’s walking in front of the King, like Charles doesn’t even exist or matter!”

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    The accompanying video showed Trump in lockstep with one of the palace guards while King Charles, apparently uncertain or uncomfortable in his demeanor, walked behind them.

    Newsweek followed up on the sighting and heard that, no, Charles was not being snubbed. 

    The royal reps claimed it was the norm for the visiting head of state to walk in front.

    Other media entities took issue with Trump slapping Prince William’s arm

    The Express, also from the UK, reported that Trump slapping Prince William on the arm while shaking his hand was “considered a breach in royal protocol.”

    “It is unlikely the Prince of Wales minded the friendly gesture, not only because it was minor but also because he does not appear to be as strict as previous generations,” the outlet continued.

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    While this was happening, dissent was brewing in London that  reached the castle’s walls

    Melania Trump in a black outfit with styled hair posing confidently, focus on body language expert analysis.

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    The analysis comes amidst protests in London over the US president’s presence in the United Kingdom. 

    Less than twenty miles away, in the island country’s capital, an organization called the Stop Trump Coalition rallied a thousands-strong protest.

    Meanwhile, closer to their lodgings, four people were arrested after an image of the late Jeffrey Epstein and Trump together was projected onto Windsor Castle.

    Some audiences are wondering why all of Melania’s hats cover her eyes

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    Dave Malyon

    Writer, Entertainment News Writer

    A writer with a journey spanning hard news, food, and culture, with bylines in The Epoch Times, NTD, Dented Armour, Tasting Table, and Mashed. At Bored Panda the focus has pivoted to entertainment, tracking celebrity newsmakers, Hollywood drama, and viral stories while vying to give more substance and less surface.

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    Gozer LeGozerian
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mayonnaise and WHO? Don't see anyone by that name in these photos. You think you can pull your heads out of your @sses for two seconds and do it right?

    Lee Gilliland
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least Melina is smart enough to tell when she's outclassed, even if he can't.

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry, but we're supposed to worry about the opinion of a self-proclaimed PSYCHIC? There is no such thing.

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    Gozer LeGozerian
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mayonnaise and WHO? Don't see anyone by that name in these photos. You think you can pull your heads out of your @sses for two seconds and do it right?

    Lee Gilliland
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least Melina is smart enough to tell when she's outclassed, even if he can't.

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry, but we're supposed to worry about the opinion of a self-proclaimed PSYCHIC? There is no such thing.

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