30.04.2026 23:26
American actress and producer Sarah Jessica Parker made headlines on social media after she was seen holding her hand over her ear while accompanying Queen Camilla at the New York Public Library. In the footage, Parker covering her ear as she walked down the stairs led to speculation: "Was she disturbed by sounds, or checking her earpiece?" While the reason for the gesture remains unconfirmed, the foreign press reported on the event through its literature program.
British Queen Camilla attended a literary event held at the New York Public Library as part of her US visit. Actress Sarah Jessica Parker also accompanied Camilla at the event.
In the attached video, Parker is seen descending the stairs in her white dress beside Camilla, at one point holding her hand over her ear for a moment. The footage shows Parker moving with careful steps throughout the walk, occasionally matching Queen Camilla's pace and following directions through the crowd.
"WHY DID SHE COVER HER EAR?" COMMENTS ARRIVE
As the image spread on social media, the moment Parker raised her hand to her ear drew attention. Some users suggested the actress might have covered her ear due to the crowd and camera noises. Others commented that Parker might have been checking a possible earpiece or earring, or trying to hear a direction from the protocol team. However, no official explanation was given regarding why Parker made this gesture. Therefore, the image was mostly interpreted on social media as a brief "attention-grabbing moment."
INTERNATIONAL PRESS COVERED THE EVENT THROUGH THE LITERARY PROGRAM
According to reports in the international press, the event was organized as part of Queen Camilla's initiative promoting reading and literature, The Queen's Reading Room. People magazine reported that Camilla gathered with figures such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Anna Wintour, and Jenna Bush Hager at the New York Public Library. Town & Country reported that the event was held at the main building of the New York Public Library and was attended by around 100 guests from the literary and publishing world. The report noted that Parker was among the invitees.
PARKER HAS A SPECIAL CONNECTION WITH THE LIBRARY
Sarah Jessica Parker's presence at the event highlighted her not only through her acting career but also her interest in books and reading culture. Parker had previously served on the Booker Prize jury and became known for her close ties to the literary world. The New York Public Library holds a special place in popular culture due to Parker's portrayal of the character Carrie Bradshaw. Therefore, Parker being seen at the same venue as Camilla was interpreted in the international press as a "Hollywood meets royalty" encounter.