Sports Stars At Harry's Wedding

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding on 19 May 2018 was a star-studded affair, with a host of celebrities from the world of sports in attendance. The guest list included David Beckham, Serena Williams, Nacho Figueras, Will Greenwood, James Haskell, Jonny Wilkinson, and Clive Woodward.

David Beckham attended Harry's wedding

David Beckham, the retired English footballer, attended the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2018. He was joined by his wife, Victoria Beckham, a former member of the Spice Girls and a fashion designer. The couple were among the first guests to arrive at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, where the ceremony was held.

David and Victoria Beckham have a close relationship with the British royal family and have attended several royal weddings. In 2011, they were guests at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton at Westminster Abbey. Victoria, who was pregnant at the time, wore a pair of stratospheric platform Christian Louboutin heels, while David donned a Saville Row morning suit.

David Beckham's friendship with Prince Harry and Prince William goes beyond their mutual love for sports. When asked in 2012 if he considered the princes to be his friends, Beckham responded affirmatively, describing their relationship as "very normal" and highlighting how "easy" it is to get along with them.

The Beckhams' attendance at Prince Harry's wedding reflected their longstanding connection with the royal family and their support for the couple's union. Their presence, along with other celebrities and notable figures, added a touch of glamour and sporting prestige to the occasion.

David Beckham's style choices for the wedding also garnered attention. Known for his fashion sense, Beckham arrived at St. George's Chapel dressed in a sleek and sophisticated outfit, showcasing his eye for style even on formal occasions.

Serena Williams was a guest

Williams and Markle first met in 2014 at a celebrity flag football game and became close friends soon after. Markle cheered Williams on during her 2014 U.S. Open win and attended Wimbledon in 2016 to watch her play—around the same time that Markle and Harry met for the first time.

The wedding, which took place on May 19, 2018, at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, was a star-studded affair. In addition to Williams, other sports stars in attendance included David Beckham, Nacho Figueras, and Will Greenwood.

The guest list for the wedding included approximately 600 people, most of whom had a "direct relationship" with the couple. The ceremony was followed by a luncheon reception hosted by the Queen and a more intimate evening reception hosted by Prince Charles at Frogmore House.

George Clooney was there with his wife Amal

George Clooney and his wife Amal were among the celebrity guests who attended the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. The couple was seated in a 'prime pew' next to Lady Carolyn Warren, who is married to the Queen's bloodstock adviser, and opposite Princess Margaret's son Viscount Linley. Amal Clooney wore a marigold yellow dress with a matching hat, while George Clooney wore a dark grey suit with a pale pink tie.

The Clooneys were also among the 200 guests invited to the private evening reception at Frogmore House. They were given a place of honour, reflecting their apparent closeness to the royal couple. However, there are conflicting reports about how well the Clooneys knew Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. While one source claimed that "Meghan and Amal have known each other for a while," another report suggested that the Clooneys told other guests at the wedding that they didn't know the couple well.

George and Amal Clooney have been friends of the royal family for some time. Amal Clooney has attended Markle's baby shower, and the couple has hosted the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at their British home in Sonning, Oxfordshire. They have also invited the royal couple to their home in Lake Como, Italy.

Nacho Figueras, a polo player, was in attendance

Nacho Figueras, a polo player and friend of Prince Harry, was in attendance at the royal wedding. He attended the ceremony with his wife, Delfina Blaquier. Figueras, who has played polo with Prince Harry, expressed his happiness for the couple, stating that Harry "is going to be an amazing husband" and "hopefully will be a great father."

Figueras is a professional polo player and model for Ralph Lauren. He is known for his friendship with Prince Harry, with whom he shares a love of the sport. Polo has been a favourite pastime of the British royal family for generations, and Prince Harry is an avid player and fan.

The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was a star-studded affair, with many celebrities and notable figures in attendance. The guest list included A-list celebrities from the worlds of acting, music, and sports, as well as members of the British royal family and non-reigning royal families. The ceremony took place at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, with around 600 guests in attendance.

In addition to Nacho Figueras, other sports stars who attended the wedding included David Beckham, Serena Williams, and Will Greenwood. The event was a celebration of the union between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, with guests coming from all over the world to witness the special occasion.

Elton John performed at the wedding

Elton John performed at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding reception, held at St George's Hall, Windsor Castle. John was a close friend of Harry's mother, Princess Diana, and had previously performed at her funeral in 1997. The singer took a break from his farewell tour to play at the lunchtime event, which was hosted by the Queen.

Prince Harry reportedly introduced John with the joke, "Does anyone here know how to play the piano?". John then took to the stage and played four of his hit songs: "Your Song", "Tiny Dancer", "Circle of Life", and "I'm Still Standing".

John's attendance and performance at the wedding had been the subject of much speculation in the months leading up to the event. In January, he rescheduled two dates on his farewell tour that fell on the same weekend as the wedding.

John's performance at the wedding was a special moment for the newly married couple, as it recognised the close connection he had with Prince Harry and his family.

Sports Stars at the Wedding

In addition to the celebrity guests, several sports stars were also in attendance at the wedding. David Beckham, a friend of both Prince William and Harry, was there with his wife, Victoria. Prince Harry's polo-playing friend and Ralph Lauren model, Nacho Figueras, also attended with his wife, Delfina Blaquier. Serena Williams, a longtime friend of the couple, was another notable sports star at the wedding.

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