Eight years have passed since Meghan Markle walked down the aisle of St George’s Chapel to marry Prince Harry in a memorable ceremony that captured the hearts of people worldwide. Following the televised church service, the couple and their guests enjoyed a lunchtime reception and an evening celebration hosted by King Charles at Frogmore House. The event featured ‘dirty burgers’, candyfloss, and themed cocktails like ‘When Harry Met Meghan’.
During the speeches, Meghan, in a modern twist, stood alongside her husband to express her gratitude, pay tribute to the late Queen, and acknowledge Charles for his support in escorting her down the aisle. Royal biographers Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand noted that Meghan hinted at feeling voiceless during her time in the Royal Family during her speech, highlighting her uniqueness as an American duchess.
Years later, in a candid conversation with Oprah Winfrey, Meghan discussed feeling silenced and drew parallels to The Little Mermaid, reflecting on her journey and struggles to find her voice within the royal institution. In a Netflix series released in 2022, Meghan revealed the contents of her wedding day speech, describing her love story with Harry as a modern fairytale.
The couple’s journey from their first meeting in London to their courtship in Botswana was narrated in the speech, emphasizing their bond and commitment to each other. Meghan emphasized their resilience and enduring love, signifying a new beginning and the triumph of love.
