Harry and William’s Last Moment of True Happiness at the Royal Wedding of 2018
The 2018 royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was a joyous occasion for many, especially for the couple. However, it also stands out as the last time Prince Harry and his brother Prince William genuinely appeared to enjoy each other’s company, marking a significant, albeit somber, point in their relationship.
Royal author Robert Hardman reflects on this poignant moment, suggesting that the wedding was not just a celebration but a farewell to the close bond the brothers once shared. “With the benefit of hindsight, we’re left feeling it was one of the last times they were happy in each other’s company. You can’t help looking back and thinking what might have been, but at the time it all felt very relaxed and friendly,” Hardman explains, shared by Mirror.
Held at St George’s Chapel on a sunny Saturday, May 19, the ceremony was a high-profile event, attended by 600 guests including celebrities like Idris Elba, James Blunt, Oprah Winfrey, and the Beckhams, alongside royal family members and global dignitaries. The atmosphere was one of celebration, underpinned by the historic and beautiful setting.
Prince William served as Harry’s best man, highlighting their brotherly bond during this pivotal moment. The guest list was a who’s who of global celebrity and royal prestige, featuring Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, and notable others, including Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, who was given a prominent role during the ceremony. The absence of Meghan’s father, Thomas Markle, due to health issues, led Prince Charles to step in to escort Meghan part of the way down the aisle.
Harry, maintaining his beard by special permission from Queen Elizabeth, and William, both dressed in Blues and Royals frock-coat uniforms, arrived together, symbolizing their unity. The ceremony included traditional vows, laughter, and an iconic kiss on the chapel steps, which was cheered by the gathered crowd.
This event, now looked back upon with a mix of joy and melancholy, symbolizes a key moment in the brothers’ relationship—a time of shared happiness before the ensuing years brought challenges and distance between them. Today, the memory of their camaraderie during the wedding stands as a poignant reminder of what once was, and perhaps what could have been, in the storied history of the British royal family.