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The father of the bride: Thomas Markle

We have heard a lot in the past week about how Thomas Markle is sadly unable to attend the Royal Wedding and he has been receiving a lot of negative press lately. Rather than looking into negative rumours, let’s have a look into Thomas as a person and learn more about him. Thomas was married to Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland in 1979 but the pair divorced eight years later with Meghan…
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Prince Charles will walk Meghan Markle down the aisle

Kensington Palace has confirmed that Meghan Markle had asked her future father-in-law, The Prince of Wales, to accompany her down the aisle of the Quire of St George’s Chapel on her wedding day tomorrow. Prince has agreed to do this and according to the statement, “is pleased to be able to welcome Ms Markle to The Royal Family in this way.” Just yesterday it was announced that…
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2 days to go: Wedding rehearsal takes place and Meghan's mother meets The Royal family

Meghan Markle’s mother Doria Ragland has arrived in London a couple of days ahead of the wedding of her daughter and Prince Harry. It has now been revealed that Doria has already met several senior Royal Family members and is scheduled to meet The Queen soon. Also taking place today was the Royal Wedding rehearsal. Yesterday Meghan’s mother Doria was seen arriving in the UK after…
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Cliveden: Meghan Markle's bridal retreat and its royal past

From the roof, you can see Windsor Castle, but that’s not nearly the most regal thing about Cliveden in Buckinghamshire where Meghan Markle will spend the night before her marriage to Prince Harry. This palatial house, owned by the National Trust and leased as a hotel, has entertained many royals over the years and was once even home to a regal rebel. As Cliveden gets ready to add more…
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