Besides Harry, Meghan, William, Kate and the Prime Minister and his wife, royals and politicians came and went at the famous cathedral in the center of the British capital. Almost all members of the family were present. Prince Charles – who took the honors for his mother – and his wife Camilla were of course there and Elizabeth’s daughter Princess Anne was also warmly received by the public.
Absent was Elizabeth’s son, the controversial Prince Andrew, who lost some of his royal titles over allegations of sexual abuse. He had already been asked if he wanted Elizabeths Platinum Jubilee wanted to pass by, but he would be at the thanksgiving service. Yesterday it was reported that he would miss the service because he was positive has been tested for the coronavirus.
Great-granddaughter Lilibet
In addition to members of the Johnson cabinet, the politicians present included former Prime Ministers Tony Blair, Gordon Brown and David Cameron. They were followed into the cathedral by Scottish Prime Minister Sturgeon and Labor leader Starmer was also at the service.
Elizabeth herself followed the thanksgiving service on television from Windsor Palace. According to British media, she also first met her great-grandchild Lilibet, the daughter of Harry and Meghan, who will turn 1 tomorrow. It is said that the Queen was very much looking forward to that.
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