Junior Rasmussen
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding took place on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. The ceremony began at 12 pm BST, followed by a carriage procession through Windsor at 1 pm BST. The wedding was televised and live-streamed around the world.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Date | 19 May 2018 |
| Time | 12 p.m. BST |
| Location | St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, United Kingdom |
| Bride | Meghan Markle |
| Groom | Prince Harry |
| Bride's Occupation | Actress, blogger, charity ambassador, advocate |
| Groom's Occupation | Member of the British royal family |
| Bride's Nationality | American |
| Groom's Nationality | British |
| Bride's Dress | Givenchy |
| Groom's Uniform | Frock coat uniform of the Blues and Royals |
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding date and time
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding date was Saturday, May 19, 2018. The ceremony commenced at 12:00 midday BST.
The wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex took place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in the United Kingdom. The choice of venue was a break from tradition, as historically British royals have opted for Westminster Abbey in London. The date was also unusual, as royal weddings typically occur on weekdays.
The wedding was a fairytale event, with a gospel choir, a star-studded guest list, and numerous twists on royal wedding traditions. The day ended with a private evening reception, where Idris Elba served as the DJ.
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The wedding rings
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got married on 19 May 2018. The wedding rings were crafted by court jewellers Cleave and Company. Markle's wedding band was made from Welsh gold, gifted by Queen Elizabeth II, while Prince Harry's was crafted from platinum with a textured finish.
Harry's decision to wear a wedding ring broke with royal tradition, as many British royal men choose not to wear one. His brother, Prince William, does not wear a wedding band, but their father, King Charles, does. Harry's wedding ring features a slender band with a subtly brushed, textured finish. He wears it on his ring finger, while his father uniquely chooses to wear his wedding band on his pinky finger.
Harry and Meghan's wedding ceremony took place at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. The couple exchanged rings, saying: "I give you this ring as a sign of our marriage. With my body I honour you, all that I am I give to you, and all that I have I share with you, within the love of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit."
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The carriage procession through Windsor
The route took the newlyweds through Castle Hill, High Street, Sheet Street, Kings Road, Albert Road, and Long Walk before they returned to Windsor Castle. The procession began at 1 pm BST (8 am ET).
The royal family gathered on the steps of St. George's Chapel to wave off the couple on their procession, which is also where they shared their first kiss. The carriage procession allowed the newlyweds to wave to the crowds before appearing on the balcony for their first public kiss.
The carriage used for the procession was a detail announced ahead of the wedding, with the public eager to see the newlyweds' choice of transport.
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The role of Harry and Meghan's families
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding included several members of their families.
The Role of Harry's Family
Harry's family played a significant role in the wedding. His father, King Charles III (then the Prince of Wales), walked Meghan halfway down the aisle to meet Harry. Harry's brother, Prince William, served as his best man, breaking royal tradition. William was "honoured" to be asked by his brother. Harry and William also greeted royal fans on the castle grounds before the ceremony.
Harry's aunt, Baroness Fellowes, read a scripture lesson from The Song of Solomon during the wedding service. Harry's grandparents, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, expressed delight at the engagement. The Queen also gave her formal blessing to the marriage and conferred new titles on Harry on the morning of the wedding. She and her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, were the last members of the royal family to depart for the ceremony, as is tradition.
The Role of Meghan's Family
Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland, accompanied her to the castle in a car through the procession route. Meghan's father, Thomas Markle Sr., did not attend the wedding due to recent heart surgery.
Other Family Members
Harry and Meghan also paid tribute to Princess Diana on their wedding day. All three of Diana's siblings, Lady Sarah McCorquodale, Baroness Jane Fellowes, and Earl Spencer, attended the wedding, with Jane Fellowes giving a reading.
Other descendants of Harry's great-grandfather, King George VI, and great-great-grandfather, King George V, were also in attendance, including various uncles, aunts, and cousins.
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The wedding reception
Sir Elton John performed at the Royal Wedding lunchtime reception. The couple's wedding cake was also a break from tradition: a lemon elderflower cake created by pastry chef Claire Ptak, who was raised in California but owns London-based bakery Violet Cakes.
The final public element of Harry and Meghan's wedding day was their departure from Windsor Castle for Frogmore House, where their evening reception was held. Around 200 guests were invited to this reception, which was hosted by the Prince of Wales.
The couple also changed their outfits for the evening reception, with Meghan wearing a Stella McCartney dress.
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