Thousands of well-plumed guests and enthusiastic royal fans streamed into Windsor today Saturday to capture their piece of the extravaganza that is the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Oprah Winfrey, Idris Elba, Elton John, George and Amal Clooney and David and Victoria Beckham were among the first guests to arrive at Windsor Castle. They are among 600 celebrities, royalty, athletes and family friends invited to the gothic St. George’s Chapel, where the wedding will start at noon (1100GMT).
As the celebrations got underway, Queen Elizabeth II honored her red-headed, 33-year-old grandson with a new title: the Duke of Sussex. That means that Markle will become the Duchess of Sussex when she says “I will.”
The wedding is a global event, thanks to Harry’s status as a senior British royal and Markle’s celebrity after starring on the U.S. television series “Suits” for seven years. The wedding pomp and ceremony – complete with Anglican prayers and tradition, classical music, a gospel choir and a horse-drawn carriage ride through Windsor – will be beamed live to tens of millions of TV viewers across the world.
Relatives at the ceremony included Charles Spencer, the brother of Harry’s late mother Princess Diana, and Harry’s cousin Zara Tindall and her husband. Also in attendance was the family of Prince William’s wife Kate: Parents Carole and Michael Middleton, sister Pippa Middleton and brother James Middleton.
Prince Harry’s ex-girlfriend Chelsy Davy was also among the congregation.
Outside, thousands of fans crammed the streets of Windsor. Irene Bowdry, a lawyer from California, was aboard the early train to Windsor. She booked her trip to England as soon as the wedding date was announced.
“An American in the royal family, isn’t that so exciting?” she said.
The weather was balmy and clear, bathing the ancient stones of Windsor Castle in a beautiful spring light. Royal fans have been camping outside the castle for days, and British police have stepped up security, with sniffer dogs, barricades and patrols all over town.
“Windsor is absolutely bursting with excitement,” said royal historian Hugo Vickers. “There are cardboard cutouts of Meghan and Harry in every shop window, virtually. There’s bunting all over the place. I’ve never seen so many people in the streets of Windsor.”
Everyone is waiting to see which designer Markle has chosen for her wedding gown. Prince Charles, the groom’s father, will walk Markle to the altar after her own father became too ill to attend.
It is a time of transition for the British monarchy, one that seems filled with hope as William and Harry – the two sons of the late Princess Diana and Prince Charles – step ever more confidently into the limelight. Many in the crowd, like Ana Karukin, a Brazilian nurse living in Florida, said they came to witness a moment of history.
“We’ve got to be here for him and for her, my Meghan, my special girl, to support them, because it’s a beautiful time,” she said. “I wish that Diana was here, but she’s in heaven watching over them.”
The brothers found the time amid the wedding hoopla to stroll outside the castle Friday evening to thank fans for coming. A smiling Harry gave a thumb’s up and answered “Great, thank you!” when asked by a fan how he was feeling on the eve of his wedding.
And it seems to be a time of joy for 92-year-old Queen Elizabeth II and her 96-year-old husband, Prince Philip, who plans to attend the ceremony despite his recent hip replacement surgery. She is seeing her grandson marry a woman who clearly has brought him the happiness he’s often said was missing from his life after his mother’s premature death.
The family tableau will play out on the broadest possible stage. Dozens of broadcasters set up on the castle grounds for a visual feast. The chapel itself is a masterpiece of the late Gothic style, and Windsor Castle has been home to British sovereigns for nearly 1,000 years.
After the ceremony, the newlyweds will ride a horse-drawn carriage through the streets of Windsor, flanked by a British military procession with many officers on horseback.
Then it will be off to the first of two gala receptions. The first will be hosted in the afternoon by the queen – with finger foods, wine and champagne. The second, smaller reception is being thrown by Charles.
A three-hour break in between will allow for a rest and a change of outfits for the lucky 200 invited to the evening soiree.
The chapel service will reflect Markle’s American roots. The Most Rev. Michael Bruce Curry, the African-American leader of the Episcopal Church, will deliver a sermon, and the musical selections will include versions of Ben. E. King’s “Stand By Me” and Etta James’ “Amen/This Little Light of Mine.”
Markle will be accompanied by her mother, Doria Ragland, when she is driven to the chapel, and many of her closest friends and some co-stars from “Suits” will be in the audience. She opted not to have a maid of honor but there will be 10 young bridesmaids and page boys, including 4-year-old Prince George and 3-year-old Princess Charlotte, the elder children of William and his wife Kate.
Harry will be joined by some of his buddies from his 10 years of military service – an experience that included tours of duty in Afghanistan – and from many of the charities he supports, which have focused on helping wounded veterans or encouraging a more open discussion of mental health issues.
The couple has made an effort to honor the memory of Harry’s mother Diana, whose older sister Jane Fellowes will give a reading during the wedding service.
After seeing the couple up close, Curry said Friday that he saw “two real people who are obviously in love.”
“When I see them, something in my heart leaps,” he said. “That’s why 2 billion people are watching them.”
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Meghan Markle's friend Priyanka Chopra makes a royal entry to the British wedding
Priyanka Chopra poses backstage after presenting an award during the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California, U.S., January 8, 2017.Reuters
Guests have begun making their way to the St George's Church to witness Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. From Serena Williams to Pippa Middleton, several renowned names have been spotted at the wedding venue.
Among the many guests, Priyanka Chopra has also made her way to the wedding ceremony. The actress, who is close to the bride, was spotted wearing a lilac suit-dress on the occasion of the royal wedding.
The Quantico star made her way into the venue with other celebrities like James Cordon, Suits stars Gabriel Macht and Sarah Rafferty. Chopra donned a matching hat abiding by the wedding dress code. The actress toned down the glamour quotient for the wedding and surprised everyone with her formal look.
The royal wedding, which is hosting about 600 guests, sees several celebrities in attendace. This includes Serena Williams, Amal Clooney with husband George Clooney, Elton John, David Furnish, Victoria and David Beckham, Idris Elba, Oprah Winfrey, George and Amal Clooney, Tom Hardy, Jonny Wilkinson, Clive Woodward, James Blunt, Joss Stone, Rugby player James Haskell and fitness model Chloe Madeley.
Tennis great Serena Williams and soccer star David Beckham are among famous guests from the world of sports attending the wedding of Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle.
Lady Kitty Spencer dazzles in forest green Dolce & Gabbana dress at the royal wedding
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All the details of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding rings
The soon-to-be married couple will exchange wedding rings crafted in the Cleave workshop, the same company called upon last year to create Markle's engagement ring.
As is the royal tradition, the bride-to-be's ring has been created from a piece of Welsh gold, and was a gift from Queen Elizabeth.
Prince Harry's is a platinum band with a textured finish.
Prince Harry, 33, and Meghan Markle, 36, will wed Saturday morning at St. George's Chapel in Windsor.
Celebrity guests include the likes of Oprah Winfrey, George and Amal Clooney, and Victoria and David Beckham. Several members of the royal family will also attend, including Prince George and Princess Charlotte, with Prince William having been tapped as the best man. He will be responsible for carrying the rings to the ceremony.
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Amal Clooney stuns in Stella McCartney marigold dress
Amal and George Clooney arrived looking fabulous as a surprise to literally no one. Amal stunned in a Stella McCartney marigold sheath dress tied with a dramatic sash. Amal also wore a matching hat, complete with face-framing netting. The barrister kept her makeup and accessories simple finishing off her look with a red lip, small dangling earrings, gold heels and a purse.
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Celebrities and Royal wedding guests arrive at the royal wedding in Windsor Castle
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Oprah Winfrey Makes Her Grand Royal Wedding Entrance
Oprah Winfrey arrives at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle before the wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle, May 19, 2018, in Windsor, England.
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Serena Williams, David Beckham and Sports stars among famous royal wedding guests
Tennis superstar Serena Williams -- and Markle's longtime friend -- not only sent the bride a sweet message ahead of her wedding, she also showed off her wedding look, complete with a fashionable fascinator.
Tennis great Serena Williams and soccer star David Beckham are among famous guests from the world of sports attending the wedding of Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle.
Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, said on Instagram on Saturday that she was "getting ready for my friends wedding." She later walked into the chapel.
Williams returned to the WTA tour briefly this year, after a 14-month absence to give birth to her daughter. But she withdrew from the ongoing Italian Open, saying she wasn't "100 percent ready to compete," leaving her free for the wedding.
Beckham won six Premier League titles at Manchester United and had 115 appearances for England. He also won league titles in Spain (Real Madrid), the United States (LA Galaxy) and France (PSG).
Stars from the rugby world included Sir Clive Woodward, who coached England to the world cup in 2003, and Jonny Wilkinson, a member of that title-winning team.
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Lady Kitty Spencer, Princess Diana's niece, arrived at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in style -- stunning in a forest green Dolce & Gabbana dress. Putting her best style foot forward, she wore a gorgeous green fascinator to match to attend the ceremony at St. George's chapel alongside sister brother Louis, Lady Eliza and her mother Victoria Lockwood.
The 27-year-old, who has modeled in various Dolce & Gabbana campaigns, is the eldest daughter of Victoria and Earl Charles Spencer, who was Princess Diana's younger brother. Earl Charles Spencer is also expected to attend the exciting festivities with Kitty's stepmother Karen.
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Other Celebrities and Royal Wedding Guests
Joss Stone - British singer Joss Stone (right) arrives for the wedding ceremony of Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in Windsor, on May 19, 2018.
Priyanka Chopra - Priyanka Chopra (second from left) arrives for the royal wedding ceremony of Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, May 19, 2018.
James Corden - James Corden and Julia Carey arrive for the wedding ceremony of Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in Windsor, on May 19, 2018.
Gina Torres and Rick Hoffman also attended the ceremony.
Carey Mulligan - British musician Marcus Mumford and British actor Carey Mulligan arrive for the wedding ceremony of Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in Windsor, on May 19, 2018.
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It’s all about the well-plumed hats for royal wedding guests
Like every good royal wedding, it was all about the hats, the dresses and the posh tails, with some standouts in the rush inside at Windsor Castle.
Prince Harry's ex-girlfriend Chelsy Davy was also among the congregation, as was Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, the ex-wife of Harry's uncle Prince Andrew.
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Meghan Markle's Suits Costars Make a Splash at the Royal Wedding
It's a TV family affair at the royal wedding. The cast of USA Network's Suits, the legal drama starred on for seven seasons, as assembled for her nuptials.
Markle left the show at the end of the recently wrapped season seven, ahead of her wedding to . She had been with the show since the start. Her character, Rachel Zane, married Mike Ross, Patrick J. Adams' character, and the two moved to Seattle together at the end of season seven.
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Meghan Markle's mother Doria Ragland by her side on wedding day
Meghan Markle and her mother Doria Ragland depart for the wedding.
been a whirlwind few days for Ragland, who met Queen Elizabeth for tea at Windsor Castle Friday, as final preparations were made for the royal wedding.
Ragland met several other members of the British royal family on Thursday, Kensington Palace said, ahead of her daughter's marriage to the Queen's grandson and sixth in line to the throne.
She had tea with the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall -- Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla -- at Clarence House in London. Later, she met Harry's brother and sister-in-law the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their two older children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, during wedding rehearsals in Windsor.
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Prince George and Princess Charlotte steal the show
Duchess Kate's first outing since giving birth and the color the queen finally decided on, a Prince George and Princess Charlotte sighting were high on our list. And as expected, the two toddlers stole the show -- and melted our hearts all at the same time.
Princess Charlotte arrives for the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Windsor Castle.
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Prince Harry and Prince William Seen Walk to Royal Wedding Together
Prince Harry walked to his wedding at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on Saturday morning alongside older brother Prince William. As the brotherly duo made their way to the wedding venue, they happily waved to adoring fans of the royal family along their route.
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Prince Harry whispers 'you look amazing' to Meghan Markle
Prince Harry couldn't but gush over Meghan Markle at the royal wedding!
When Meghan joined Harry at the altar inside St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle just after noon on Saturday, the entire world eagerly awaited a sweet moment between the couple of nearly two years -- and they didn't have to wait long to get it.
"You look amazing," Harry whispered to Meghan as she joined him at the front of the chapel before biting his lip. He was complimenting her stunning look that featured a simple, off-the-shoulder white Givenchy wedding gown, ornate veil and tiara.
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The Significance of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Wedding Song ‘Stand By Me’
In 2015, just one month before King’s death, “Stand By Me” was deemed “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant” enough to be inducted into the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry. “I think this is one of the greatest moments of my life,” King told CBS News at the time.
A song about enduring love, “Stand By Me” is, of course, popular wedding tune. But for many, its lyrics also pack a deep political message. When “Stand By Me” first rose to popularity during the civil rights movement, it was used as a rallying cry for solidarity amongst people of color.
Markle, whose mother is black and father is white, may not be the first biracial royal. However, according to Anna Whitelock, a royal expert and director of the London Centre for Public History and Heritage, Markle’s marriage to Prince Harry represents a more inclusive royal family.
Considering the history behind “Stand By Me,” the predominantly black choir performing the song at Markle’s wedding to Prince Harry seems to be symbolic of this transition.
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Meghan Markle’s Royal Wedding Dress Is Absolutely Dazzling the Internet
Meghan's so reckless when she rocks her Givenchy dress. She’s so possessive so she rocks that roc headdress! QUEEN AF
#RoyalWedding
The royal wedding day has finally arrived and with it, the long-awaited debut of Meghan Markle’s wedding dress.
After months of speculation over the look and style of Markle’s gown, the newest royal arrived at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on Saturday wearing a Givenchy dress from creative director Claire Waight Keller featuring a boat neck, long sleeves and an extravagant veil.
Fans of the dress immediately took to social media to express their excitement over the breathtaking look, with many sharing their favorite photos of the dazzling bride at various moments throughout the ceremony.
“Meghan’s so reckless when she rocks her Givenchy dress,” one Twitter user quoted Beyoncé. “She’s so possessive so she rocks that roc headdress! QUEEN AF.”
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry hear address from US Bishop Michael Curry at wedding
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merican bishop Michael Curry poses for the media ahead of the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on Saturday at St George's Chapel, Windsor, England, Friday, May 18, 2018.
American bishop Michael Curry poses for the media ahead of the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on Saturday at St George's Chapel, Windsor, England, Friday, May 18, 2018. (Steve Parsons/Pool Photo via AP)
The Most Rev. Michael Bruce Curry, the 27th Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church, delivered the address titled “The Power of Love” at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding Saturday at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle.
The transcript is below:
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said:
"We must discover the power of love,
the redemptive power of love.
And when we discover that, we will be able to make of this old world
a new world.
Love is the only way."
There's power in love. Do not underestimate it.
Anyone who has ever fallen in love,
knows what I mean.
But think about love in any form or experience of it.
It actually feels good to be loved, and to express love.
There is something right about it. And there's a reason.
An old medieval poem says it:
"Where true love is found, God himself is there."
The Bible, 1 John 4 says it this way.
"Beloved, let us love one another,
because love is from God;
Everyone who loves is born of God
Whoever does not love does not know God
There's power in love.
Love can help and heal when nothing else can.
Love can lift up and liberate for living when nothing else will.
And the love that brings two people together
is the same love that can bind them together,
Whether on mountaintops of happiness
and through valleys of hardship.
Love is strong as death
It's flashes are flashes of fire.
Many waters cannot quench love
Love can see you through! There's power in love.
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But the love of which we speak is not only for couples getting married or just for interpersonal relationships.
Jesus of Nazareth taught us that the way of love is
the way to a real relationship with the God who created all of us,
and the way to true relationship with each other as children of that one God,
as brothers and sisters in God's human family.
One scholar said it this way:
"Jesus had founded the most revolutionary movement in human history: a movement
built on the unconditional love of God for the world and the mandate to live that love."
(Charles Marsh's The Beloved Community)
And in so doing, to change lives and the world itself! There's a reason.
An old spiritual may suggest why:
"If you cannot preach like Peter, There is a balm in Gilead
And you cannot pray like Paul, To make the wounded whole
You can tell the love of Jesus, There is a balm in Gilead
How he died to save us all To heal the sin sick soul"
"Just tell the love of Jesus, how he died to save us all."
He didn't sacrifice his life for himself
Or anything he could get out of it
He did it for others, for the other, for the good and wellbeing of others
That's love
How does St. Paul say it?
Love is not jealous, rude, or boastful.
Love does not insist on its own way.
Love is unselfish, sacrificial, kind and just.
Love seeks the good and the well-being of the other.
This love, this is the way of Jesus. And it's game changer.
Imagine our homes and families when this way of love is the way.
Imagine our neighborhoods and communities when love is the way.
Imagine our governments and countries when love is the way.
Imagine business and commerce when this love is the way.
Imagine our world when love is the way.
No child would go to bed hungry in such a world as that.
Poverty would become history in such a world as that. T
he earth would be as a sanctuary in such a world as that.
We would treat one another as children of God, regardless of differences.
We would learn how to lay our swords and shields down by the riverside
to study war no more.
There would be a new heaven, a new earth, a new world.
A new and beautiful human family
The very dream of God
Love is strong as death
It's flashes are flashes of fire.
Many waters cannot quench love
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The late French Jesuit, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, was at once a scientist, a Roman Catholic priest, a theologian, a true mystic. His was one of the great minds and spirits of the 20th century.
He suggested that the discovery and harnessing of fire
was one of the great technological discoveries of human history.
Fire made it possible to cook food, thereby reducing the spread of disease.
Fire made it possible to stay warm in cold climates,
thereby marking human migration possible.
Fire made the Bronze Age, the Iron Age, the Industrial Revolution possible.
If you drove here this morning, you did so in part because of harnessed fire.
I flew here from the U.S. due to controlled burn of fire.
Fire is involved in broadcasting this wedding around the world.
And we can text, tweet, email, and otherwise socially engage one another
due to fire. Fire was one of the great technological discoveries of humanity.
In light of this, de Chardin said that if human beings ever harness
the energies of love,
then for the second time in the history of the world,
we will have discovered fire.
Love is the very fire and energy of real life!
Dr. King was right:
"We must discover the power of love,
he redemptive power of love.
And when we discover that,
we will be able to make of this old world a new world.
Love is the only way."
My brother, my sister, God love you, God bless you.
My brothers, my sisters, God love you, God bless you.
And may God hold us all
In those almighty hands of love.
Amen.
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Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Are Officially Married
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are officially husband and wife!
The two exchanged vows Saturday in a gorgeous ceremony at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, in front of 600 guests (and millions of people watching worldwide).
After the wedding, Harry and Meghan stepped out to acknowledge the 200 representatives in attendance from charities that Harry supports. From there, the newlyweds took a carriage ride around Windsor Town that lasted about 25 minutes.
Following the ride, the newlyweds will head to a reception at St. George’s Hall, where the 600 wedding guests are expected to enjoy a standing-only meal with light bites.
Only 200 guests are invited to the following reception at Frogmore House. Hosted by Prince Charles, it’s for select family and friends of the bride and groom. That’s where Markle is expected to break with tradition and possibly give a speech. The palace hasn’t confirmed any musical guests, but it’s rumored that Elton John, the Spice Girls or even Ed Sheeran (despite his repeated denials) might perform.
After the big day, the couple will likely head back to London to their new home at Nottingham Cottage at Kensington Palace. The Duke and Duchess of TK plan to delay their honeymoon so they can immediately begin charity work and attend Prince Charles’ 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration, which takes place May 22.
Meghan Markle’s mum Doria Ragland fights back tears watching daughter wed Prince Harry
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wave to delighted fans in royal procession after tying the knot
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Doria attended the wedding by herself after her ex-husband had to drop out
The 61-year-old looked like she was struggling to hold back tears as she took her seat in the historic St. George's Chapel, alongside the Royal family and celebrities. Doria Ragland was emotional as she watched daughter Meghan marry Prince Harry
But Prince Harry turned and caught her eye to give her some reassurance, as she prepared for the moment her daughter walked down the aisle.
As the ceremony went on, proud mum Doria was the image of joy watching possibly the biggest day of her daughter's life.
The mum of the bride was wearing a lime green coat and matching dress by Oscar de la Renta.
But she sat alone in the chapel, as the only parent of Meghan to be attending the ceremony after her ex-husband Thomas Markle pulled out after suffering a heart attack.
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LOVE AND CARRIAGE - SMITTEN newlyweds Meghan Markle and Prince Harry wave to delighted crowds as they begin their Royal procession.
The bride and groom were cheered on as they entered their carriage, which will whisk them away for a procession around Windsor.
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Meghan Markle’s Givenchy Wedding Dress Obviously Cost Less Than Kate Middleton’s
MEGHAN Markle turned heads in a stunning dress designed by Clare Waight Keller when she married Prince Harry at Windsor.
Here's everything you need to know about the price tag of the Givenchy dress and how it compares to the one worn by Kate Middleton...
Meghan Markle's wedding dress is from the Givenchy design house - named after French designer Hubert de Givenchy. Givenchy has also famously created dresses for Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Collins.
The designer of Meghan's dress was British designer Clare Waight Keller. The dress has an understated design with an underskirt in triple silk organza and a long flowing train.
Prince George and Princess Charlotte perform wedding duties
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It might have been Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s big day, but Prince George and Princess Charlotte were the talk of the town.
After the bride and groom said their “I do’s” on Saturday, the page boys and bridesmaids followed the couple out of St. George’s Chapel, before the newlyweds rode off in a horse-drawn carriage.
Wearing a white dress with a floral crown filled with white roses, Charlotte, 3, waved to the crowd as older brother George, 4, looked on.
In addition to Charlotte, 4-year-old Ivy Mulroney, the daughter of Markle’s stylist friend Jessica Mulroney, served as a bridesmaid, as did pal Benita Litt’s little girls, Remi, 6, and Rylan, 7. Prince Harry’s goddaughters Florence van Cutsem, 3, and Zallie Warren, 2, were part of the festivities as well.
Mulroney’s 7-year-old twin sons, Brian and John, served as page boys with George, as did Jasper Dyer, 6, the son of Prince Harry’s friend Mark Dyer.
This isn’t the first time George and Charlotte were members of a bridal party. They also participated in their aunt Pippa Middleton’s wedding last year.
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Meghan Markle is called RACHEL during the wedding – here’s why
CONFUSED: Viewers were shocked when Meghan Markle was called Rachel during her vows to Harry
Confusingly, Rachel is also what her famous character in hit TV series Suits is called, but it is not known whether Harry calls his soon-to-be bride Meghan or Rachel.
And one user tweeted that they first thought the priest was joking when he called her Rachel – but was shocked to discover it is her actual name.
It means that the many excited Suits fans who spent the morning tweeting their excitement that Rachel was getting married are actually right.
In the formal letter of consent approving the couple's marriage, the Queen also referred to Meghan by her birth name of Rachel.
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First pictures of royal newlyweds Harry and Meghan in wedding carriage
Royal newlyweds Harry and Meghan have left the chapel in horse-drawn carriage on a marriage procession through Windsor.
They will now take a 25-minute carriage ride through the town.
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Harry and Meghan share first kiss as husband and wife
Now known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the newlyweds emerged from their ceremony in St. George's Chapel and shared a short kiss on the grounds of Windsor Castle, before descending hand-in-hand down the chapel stairs to be whisked off in a horse-drawn carriage.
The couple had married in front of of hundreds of guests, including British celebrities and many from across the Atlantic, such as Oprah Winfrey, Serena Williams, and George and Amal Clooney.
Couples do not typically kiss in Church of England wedding ceremonies, but it has been tradition for royal couple to kiss publicly soon after for the world to see.
The couple was first seen publicly kissing in May last year, when Meghan went to watch Harry play a charity polo match in Berkshire. They were photographed in the car park embracing and kissing before the match.
The couple's marriage is the culmination of a romance that began in 2016, when the two went on a blind date in London set up by a mutual friend.
Meghan visited Harry during his trip to Botswana later that same year, and it was in October 2016 that rumors emerged the pair were dating.
The couple announced their engagement in November last year, where the world got a glimpse of the engagement ring, made from a large Botswana diamond and two smaller diamonds that belonged to Harry's late mother, Princess Diana.
Here's Your Very First Photos of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as Newlyweds
We now have the first look at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as official newlyweds.
Their elegant, star-studded ceremony on May 19 at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle was viewed by millions around the world and culminated in the couple reciting their vows and tying the knot.
The couple took their vows at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle under the purview of Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby. They were joined at the church by relatives and friends, including Harry’s best man Prince William, his father Prince Charles and grandmother Queen Elizabeth II. Markle and the prince then took part in a carriage procession through the town of Windsor, which was watched by a select number of guests invited from across England.
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Their elegant, star-studded ceremony on May 19 at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle was viewed by millions around the world and culminated in the couple reciting their vows and tying the knot.
The couple took their vows at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle under the purview of Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby. They were joined at the church by relatives and friends, including Harry’s best man Prince William, his father Prince Charles and grandmother Queen Elizabeth II. Markle and the prince then took part in a carriage procession through the town of Windsor, which was watched by a select number of guests invited from across England.
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Here's what the royal wedding guests are eating — including the breathtaking wedding cake
There’s nothing like a passionate sermon and some serious people-watching to help one work up an appetite.
Fortunately, guests at the royal wedding have quite the meal waiting for them. Kensington Palace has confirmed the menu for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s lunchtime reception — including one seriously gorgeous wedding cake.
California-born baker Claire Ptak created the sugary treat, which features an Amalfi lemon curd filling and buttercream laced with elderflower syrup from Queen Elizabeth II’s Sandringham estate. Some 150 fresh flowers, including peonies and roses, have been artfully arranged around the cake, which has four separate tiers.
The newlywed Duke and Duchess of Sussex will cut the cake at their reception at St. George’s Hall in Windsor, but not before their 600 or so guests have feasted upon an extensive menu of seasonal vegetables and lamb.
The menu includes Scottish langoustines wrapped in smoked salmon with citrus crème fraîche; grilled English asparagus wrapped in Cumbrian ham; garden pea panna cotta with quail eggs and lemon verbena; heritage tomato and basil tartare with balsamic pearls; poached free-range chicken bound in a lightly spiced yogurt with roasted apricot; croquette of confit Windsor lamb, roasted vegetables and shallot jam; and farm asparagus spears with mozzarella and sun-blush tomatoes.
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