This was a rare interaction
between the brothers and their partners as since Prince Harry has
relocated to America and stepped back as a senior royal, they are not often
seen in public together.
The fleeting moment saw Prince
William and his wife allow his brother and wife Meghan to find their seats in
St George’s Hall in Windsor.
This venue will be
particularly significant for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they got married
there in 2018.
Meghan
was also seen smiling at Prince William and Kate’s daughter Princess Charlotte
at Westminster Abbey in a sweet moment when the young royal turned back to look
at Meghan.
The royals have been conscious
to comfort the young royals who were in attendance at the funeral, with Mike
Tindall photographed with a reassuring hand on James, Viscount Severn and
Sophie Wessex was pictured with an arm around Prince George.
Younger royals such as Prince
Louis were not in attendance, presumably being too young for the momentous
occasion.
Her Majesty’s state funeral
commenced at 11am at Westminster Abbey. The televised service, which included a
national two minutes silence, saw King Charles and senior members of the royal
family following behind the coffin.
The Queen’s coffin, draped in
the royal standard, was then driven to Windsor for another service with members
of the royal family.
The Queen’s final resting
place will be the King George VI memorial chapel in Windsor. Philip was
originally laid to rest in the Royal Vault of St George’s Chapel, but he will
be transferred to join the Queen.
A private service with senior
members of the royal family will be held later this evening.
