Michael Mcintyre's Royal Invite: A Wedding To Remember

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding was a grand affair, with 600 guests in attendance at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, UK. The couple tied the knot on Saturday, May 19, 2018, in a ceremony that blended tradition with a touch of African-American culture. While the guest list included celebrities and notable figures, such as Oprah Winfrey, George and Amal Clooney, and David and Victoria Beckham, there is no mention of Michael McIntyre being present or specifically invited to the event. However, it is worth noting that Michael McIntyre's career received a boost after he made lighthearted jokes about Prince Harry on the show Have I Got News For You.

Who was invited to Prince Harry's wedding?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding was a star-studded affair, with the couple having many high-profile friends. Around 600 people were invited to the ceremony, which took place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, on Saturday 19 May 2018.

The Guest List

The guest list included:

• Family members of the groom: Prince Harry's grandparents, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip; his father, Prince Charles; his brother and best man, Prince William; and his aunt, Baroness Fellowes, who also gave a reading during the service. All three of Princess Diana's siblings attended, as well as her daughter, Kitty.
• Family members of the bride: Meghan Markle's mother, Doria Ragland, who was driven up to the chapel with the bride.
• Celebrities: George and Amal Clooney; David and Victoria Beckham; Elton John, who performed at the reception; Oprah Winfrey; Idris Elba and his fiancée, Sabrina Dhowre; James Corden and his wife, Julia Carey; Tom Hardy and his wife, Charlotte Riley; Carey Mulligan and her husband, Marcus Mumford; Priyanka Chopra; Serena Williams and her husband, Alexis Ohanian; James Blunt and his wife, Sofia Wellesley; Joss Stone; and Delfina Blaquier and Nacho Figueras.
• Meghan Markle's Suits co-stars: Patrick J Adams and his wife, Troian Bellisario; Rick Hoffman; Vanessa Ray; Gina Torres; Gabriel Macht; and Sarah Rafferty.
• Prince Harry's ex-girlfriends: Chelsy Davy and Cressida Bonas.
• Other notable invitees: Pippa Middleton and her husband, James Matthews; Mike and Zara Tindall; and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho and his wife, Princess Mabereng.

Who Wasn't Invited?

In contrast to the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, no political leaders were invited to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. This included the then-President of the United States, Barack Obama, and the British Prime Minister, Theresa May. Former Prime Minister Sir John Major was the only politician invited, as he had been appointed as a special guardian to Princes William and Harry after the death of their mother, Princess Diana.

Who was Prince Harry's best man?

At Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle on 19 May 2018, his best man was his older brother, Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge. This was announced on 26 April 2018, three weeks before the wedding.

Although it broke with royal tradition, it wasn't the first time that protocol had been ignored. Prince William also asked Prince Harry to be his best man at his wedding to Catherine Middleton in 2011. Typically, those who are with the groom on the day are called 'supporters'.

Who were Prince Harry's ushers?

Prince Harry had seven ushers at his wedding to Meghan Markle:

• Tom 'Skippy' Inskip
• Charlie van Straubenzee
• Tom van Straubenzee
• William van Cutsem
• Mark Dyer
• Adam 'Bidders'
• Arthur Landon

Who designed Meghan Markle's wedding dress?

Meghan Markle's wedding dress was designed by Clare Waight Keller, the artistic director of the fashion house Givenchy. The dress was made of "double-bonded silk cady cushioned by an underskirt in triple silk organza and had a boat neckline, long sleeves, and a sweeping train. The silk veil was 16 feet (4.9 m) long and was embroidered with 55 flowers, representing the 53 countries of the Commonwealth, as well as Wintersweet, which grows in front of Nottingham Cottage, and the California Poppy, the state flower of California.

Markle chose Waight Keller because she wanted to highlight the success of a leading British talent and because she admired the designer's "elegant aesthetic" and "relaxed demeanour." The dress was made in Paris by a small team of ateliers, with only five months to manufacture it. Waight Keller and Markle met for eight fittings, working closely together to design the dress, which shows a "timeless minimal elegance."

Waight Keller stated that the dress sought to convey modernity through sleek lines and sharp cuts, while paying homage to the history of the Givenchy house. The dress was without lace or any other embellishments, and the designer noted that it was a collaborative process with Markle, who wanted a dress that "felt reflective of the world in a way."

Who performed at the wedding?

The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle featured performances from a number of notable musicians. The ceremony included performances from the Choir of St George's Chapel, the Kingdom Choir, and the State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry. The Kingdom Choir sang "Stand By Me" in what was described as "an incredible and powerful moment". The State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry included Kate Sandford, the first female state trumpeter at a British royal wedding. The music was under the overall direction of James Vivian, the chapel's Organist and Director of Music.

The first reception, hosted by the Queen, featured a performance by Sir Elton John. The second reception, hosted by the Prince of Wales, featured performances by DJ Idris Elba and The Atlantic Soul Orchestra. Elba played "Still D.R.E." at Meghan's request, and also played "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" by Whitney Houston.

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