Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry in the spring

[Cappuccino]

I’m scunnered hearing from her and the son the sooner they disappear from the press the better.

I wouldn't hold your breath waiting for that, I can see this lot are going to be tabloid fodder for a long time hence.

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

A heart attack or a gas problem?!

A milkshake (lactose intolerance) and a Heineken (beer) can easily cause gas issues :blushing:

All weddings have drama. In the case of the Royals, the inherent drama is heightened. Stay tuned...

 

[CoverMeCagney]

DM isn’t buying the heart attack story:

DailyMail.com can reveal however that Meghan’s father did not seek medical attention on the day of his 'heart attack,' and was instead inside his clifftop home in Rosarito the entire day.

Two days later he was seen grabbing a Happy Meal and frosted beverage at a McDonald's drive-thru.


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...ding-suffered-heart-attack.html#ixzz5FVhfszVV

Oh for gods sake. Maybe it's best he stays away.

Meanwhile, the gutter press are reporting that Harry's "cousins" Marina and Amelia Windsor have been snubbed. Now, I've had a little google to find out who on earth these people are, and they're not immediate cousins at all.

Harry has 6 full cousins on his dad's side (Eugenie, Beatrice, Peter, Zara, Louise & James) and 13 on his mum's side (Kitty, Amelia, Eliza, Louis, Edmund, Caroline & Charlotte Spencer, Emily, George & Celia McCorquodale, Laura, Alexander & Eleanor Fellowes).

 

[dotr]

https://www.thestar.com/entertainme...ghan-markles-embarrassing-family-a-break.html

The last thing Meghan Markle needs this week is a scandal.

And as scandals go, this one is beyond weird. On Sunday, royal watchers clutched their pearls after an investigation in the Daily Mail: “Royal Wedding scammers! Meghan Markle’s father STAGED photos with paparazzi that were shared around the world and sold for up to £100,000 — just days before he walks her down the aisle.”

By Monday, the fallout was as swift as a lashing inside a King John court prison: TMZ reported Meghan’s dad will not be walking her down the aisle. He’s not even attending the royal wedding anymore. Hope he bought travel insurance, because he’ll be watching on TV like the rest of us. Though he had recovered from a recent heart attack and planned to be inside Windsor Castle on Saturday, it seems he does not want to further embarrass his daughter.

And somewhere, Prince Harry is staring into the middle distance and wondering what he’s getting himself into. With each passing day, his future in-laws seem more Jersey Shore than The Crown.

If her sister has more unflattering stories to share, there’s no reason to believe she will stop sharing them after this weekend. If her brother has already written two open letters to Prince Harry — first, he encouraged him to call off the marriage, then he begged for a wedding invitation that did not come — who knows what he may write in the months and years ahead.

But what if all of this is not an act of hostility? What if it’s a cry for help? Maybe her estranged siblings are not the selfish monsters some believe. Maybe they’re just dazed by the whirlwind as the girl they remember morphs into a princess they will never know.

 

[Lilibet]

You know what? I think this is all bogus and that he will be at the wedding and walk Meghan down the aisle. I can’t imagine Meghan’s Dad talking to TMZ in the article I posted above from People. Tabloids lie all.the.time. Heart attack? Samantha photo set up? Really? I don’t think Thomas Sr is that naive, stupid or crazy, but he may have a quirky sense of humor and be playing the paparazzi at their own game. So at this point, we honestly know nothing! At least that’s my current position. Stay tuned for updates. Not that it matters.

 

[Lilibet]

Here's an article about how/where to watch. Not sure which one will have the best commentary, but maybe someone else can weigh in please:

https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/a15497624/how-to-watch-prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding/

Thanks for this. Ugh...4:00 a.m.!! I think I’m going to have to pass on watching the wedding live, unless I can persuade myself to go to bed at 9:00 pm Friday night. I have to stay functional on Saturday and Sunday and it might knock me flat to be sleep deprived.

But if I can snag an invitation from Thomas Jr to watch the wedding at his place about 45 minutes away, I might reconsider. Thankfully, I don’t know him, but wouldn’t that be a hoot! Live from Grants Pass...it’s Saturday morning! 😂🤣

 

[CoverMeCagney]

Kensington Palace has issued a statement seemingly confirming that Thomas will not be at the wedding:

Kensington Palace has asked for "understanding" ahead of Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle amid reports her father will not attend.

"This is a deeply personal moment for Ms Markle in the days before her wedding," said a palace spokesman. "She and Prince Harry ask again for understanding and respect to be extended to Mr Markle in this difficult situation."

https://news.sky.com/story/palace-a...n-meghans-dad-ahead-of-royal-wedding-11372952

 

[Lilibet]

Kensington Palace has issued a statement seemingly confirming that Thomas will not be at the wedding:

Kensington Palace has asked for "understanding" ahead of Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle amid reports her father will not attend.

"This is a deeply personal moment for Ms Markle in the days before her wedding," said a palace spokesman. "She and Prince Harry ask again for understanding and respect to be extended to Mr Markle in this difficult situation."

https://news.sky.com/story/palace-a...n-meghans-dad-ahead-of-royal-wedding-11372952

But the actual statement doesn’t say he won’t be there. It just asks for understanding and respect. We shall see.

 

[CoverMeCagney]

But the actual statement doesn’t say he won’t be there. It just asks for understanding and respect. We shall see.

You're right, and the Telegraph (reputable newspaper) says the same. Somewhere else I read that the Queen & Phil are said to be "angry" with Mr Markle. As if that in itself wouldn't put the fear of god up the poor fella. Won't be surprised if he ends up having a real heart attack at this rate. Dearie me.

 

[CoverMeCagney]

QUICK POLL

Thomas Markle will get to the church on time to walk his daughter down the aisle

 

[CoverMeCagney]

QUICK POLL

Thomas Markle will not make it on the day due to being scared out of his mind.

 

[RosalindaA]

Crumbs, a lot of last-minute drama going on. Can't be easy, I suppose if you don't have the "plutonium-grade social skills" (as a DM columnist described Meghan's ), of your daughter, to suddenly have to navigate the press. I think if her Dad doesn't show up then her mother will walk her down the aisle which might be the safest option. Doria always seems pretty chilled out and poised as yoga people usually are.

On the upside, let's talk about the weather, which is cautiously forecast to be "pleasant". In British terms that means that hopefully it won't tip down with rain and be blowing a gale. I've been "sleuthing" Ralph and Russo, I think they were also the designers of the engagement pictures dress which I liked although it was a bit more evening dress than a royal engagement style outfit.

Meghan rarely puts a fashion foot wrong so I think I'm betting on sleeves, perhaps three-quarter length and a scoop or boat type neckline, showing a bit of clavicle nothing more. The Queen has had to approve the dress so I think it will be on the conservative side. The designers are known for their beading so I think there will be a fair bit of that, and usually there is some sort of symbolic ancestry feature in the dress or train, I think Sarah Ferguson had bees as I recall. Perhaps Meghan could have a few stars as an American symbol.

Hair is tricky as her preferred "messy buns" can just look, well, messy, especially if there's a wind. So I'm going for a sleek chignon or updo for the ceremony, down for the evening reception. I haven't seen any firm tiara rumours so I'm a bit torn, the Cartier bandeau is a possibility as it's the most simple but for me it's not a full-blown proper tiara for such a formal occasion. But I'm prepared to put my neck on the line!!! and say there will be a tiara and a full veil possibly with lace and beading as well. Delicate jewellery, a cross would go down well with the Church.

Definitely Harry and William will be in uniform, Philip will be there (God willing) and I'm expecting pastels or jewel colours from the Queen. Lots of romantic type flowers in the church and the bouquets and posies, pinks and lilacs maybe. And there'll certainly be some outfit disasters which is always fun. Hoping for a happy fun day for them and the country. And believe it or not even the British press will be positive on the day as even they can't resist a royal wedding.

 

[PinkPrincessPoop]

I have the upmost respect for Harry. What he endured at such a young age losing his Mother. Did he lose his way for a bit? Have any of us in real life ever lost our way? We didn't have all the paparazzi documenting every single moment of our downfall. And then to endure anger to those who he felt were partly responsible for his Mothers death. Were we ever told smile and soldier on. Never show or express your feelings? I admire people who persevere and find their way. I think he has and I believe between the two of them they will go on to do great humanitarian work. Great match IMO.

Prince Harry is far from perfect, but I think he is a really great example of going from a very immature (and sometimes arrogant/ignorant) kid into a caring and hard-working young man. At times, I think he takes his role more seriously than William! He has really turned over a new leaf, and has years of accomplishments to prove it. Not sure many of us would similarly thrive if we had been under such pressure!

 

[PinkPrincessPoop]

I do have to say, poor Meghan! Even if some of the more recent stuff proves to be untrue, he family has still acted completely absurd and embarrassing leading up to this wedding. I know firsthand what it is like to have family that is only out for money and attention, who enjoy cutting people down at their finest moments. It's embarrassing. I would never invite those types of people to my wedding either. How atrocious. To think they somehow believe Meghan "owes" them something just because she is marrying a prince. I wonder when the last time they tried to have a conversation with her? That didn't involve money? I bet it was never. Like you were never close to her and have treated her so poorly thus far, and are now begging on your hands and knees to be "let in." And then when you are called out for your cruelness, you double down. Pathetic. It's funny that they don't realize they are making Meghan herself look BETTER while making themselves look more and more FOOLISH.

 

[Hiandmighty]

My sister would go anyway and then when she was thrown out it would be about how she is a victim who needs compassion and she doesn’t know why her mean sister would treat her so poorly. So l’d Do it anyway lol and she finally stopped trying. It’s so peaceful now.

She taught me though. I can name manipulation in the first 3-5 words.

 

[gregjrichards]

Your wedding day is supposed to be the happiest day of your life it will be a real shame for Meghan is her father isn’t there. I will be very surprised if her Mum walks her down the aisle there is nothing wrong with this but it would be very unusual for a royal wedding. Perhaps a close male friend may do so instead.

 

[Alleykins]

I thought there were strict rules for the bridal gown for a wedding at St. George's. I recall something about Kate not being allow to show cleavage or shoulders or neck, or something like that, but I can't remember the specifics.

 

[Cappuccino]

I thought there were strict rules for the bridal gown for a wedding at St. George's. I recall something about Kate not being allow to show cleavage or shoulders or neck, or something like that, but I can't remember the specifics.

Kate was married at Westminster Abbey, where I'd imagine any rules about not showing too much would be stricter than at St George's which is the chapel at Windsor Castle and somewhat less important than the Abbey.

 

[PinkPrincessPoop]

It would be really sweet if the mother walked her down the aisle. But I also think it would make such a huge statement if Meghan simply walked down the aisle by herself. I love when brides do that. While I can understand that having a parent walk a bride down the aisle is considered very sentimental, I think it makes no sense. Brides walking themselves down the aisle is so powerful and fierce. Much more "with the times."

 

[human]

The father worked in Hollywood for years. I doubt if he is naive. I am sure he has seen it all. Who knows what his shenanigans are all about. Very strange