
Meghan Markle today unveiled her aspirations for her new role as the Duchess of Sussex as she left Windsor Castle with her new husband Prince Harry, hours after thanking the Royal Family for welcoming her into 'The Firm'.

The US former actress received her own web page on the official royal.uk website just hours after her sensational wedding, which proclaimed her pride at being a feminist, soup kitchen volunteer and social justice campaigner.

The page, which confirms she will now carry out royal duties in support of the Queen, includes her famous quote from a United Nations conference in New York in 2015, when she said: 'I am proud to be a woman and a feminist.'

It adds that Meghan has 'had a keen awareness of social issues and actively participated in charitable work' from a young age, volunteering at a soup kitchen in Los Angeles at 13 and later at another in Toronto while filming there.

Harry is said to have praised Meghan yesterday after a tough week, saying she 'navigated everything with such grace', adding: 'We make such a great team' - and telling her: 'I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you.'

The wedding reception was a star-studded occasion of Hollywood glamour that was hosted by Prince Charles, featured a house music DJ and concluded with a fireworks display outside an historic 17th century venue. There have even been claims that there was a DJ slot from wedding guest Idris Elba.

But missing from the day was Meghan's father Thomas Markle - who was in Mexico after pulling out just days ago due to ill health - following an extraordinary week that saw in-fighting between her estranged family, her nephews turning up to London uninvited and her only relative at the wedding being her mother Doria Ragland.

Yesterday's wedding reception is also said to have featured a 'naughty' speech from best man Prince William, an unknown 'surprise' from compere James Corden and a thanks from Meghan to the royals for welcoming her in.

Meghan giving a speech in itself was a break of tradition, with Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding in 2011 only having speeches from Harry, Charles and Kate's father Michael - but not the Duchess of Cambridge.

The dinner party at Frogmore House in Windsor Great Park came after a multi-cultural and US-influenced wedding featuring an astonishing host of Hollywood guests including George Clooney, Oprah Winfrey and the Beckhams - the likes of which Britain's royals and the millions watching have never seen before.

Last nightthe royal couple, the newly created Duke and Duchess of Sussex, headed to their reception at Frogmore House

Meghan received her own web page on the royal.uk website, under the title 'Duchess of Sussex', just hours after the wedding

Fireworks lit up the sky over Frogmore House to cap off an extraordinary wedding day for Prince Harry and Meghan

Revellers watch the fireworks display over Frogmore House where the reception of Harry and Meghan took place

Harry and Meghan waved as they drove to Frogmore House in a converted electric car for their reception

Invitation: This is the first glimpse of the evening invitation given to selected guests to attend the final part of Prince Harry and Meghan's wedding celebrations. The small A6 piece of card featured a hand-painted image of Frogmore House along with details about the event

From left: Priyanka Chopra, Serena Williams and Jessica Mulroney show off the dresses they wore to the royal wedding party

Dozens of pizzas were delivered to the castle at about 7pm as Harry and Meghan celebrated their wedding yesterday

This sketch of Meghan's royal wedding dress, designed by Clare Waight Keller, was released by Kensington Palace today

Later on the reception Harry's favourite house tracks 'curated' by DJ Sam Totolee, who also performed at Pippa Middleton's wedding, and a 'drinks of the world' themed bar - and their first dance was said to have been Whitney Houston's I Wanna Dance With Somebody, giving a further nod to Meghan's American heritage.

Also on the menu were candyfloss and 'dirty burgers' as midnight snacks, while one source reported a cocktail featuring ginger and rum was on the menu as a cheeky nod to Harry's red hair, named 'When Harry Met Meghan'.

The sit-down dinner was organic, sourced at the request of Prince Charles, and the light-bite canapes were themed 'spring meets summer'. The meal, paid for by the Prince of Wales, ran from 7.30pm to around 10pm.

There were said to have been 'naughty' speeches from William and a joint effort from Tom 'Skippy' Inskip and Tom Van Straubenzee. Meghan is also thought to have thanked the Royal Family for welcoming her in.

Guests are also understood to have returned to London late last night for an 'after-after party' at celebrity favourite Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone. Another party had been planned in a soundproofed private home in Chelsea.

In the afternoon, a grinning Harry is said to have turned to his guests, asking: 'Can anyone play the piano?' before Sir Elton John gave a moving medley of four hits - Your Song, Tiny Dancer, Circle Of Life and I'm Still Standing.

Meghan looked stunning in an evening dress designed by Stella McCartney with a high neck gown

Harry and Meghan travelled in a Jaguar converted to electric power, which had a numberplate with yesterday's date

Meghan is wearing shoes from Aquazurra made in silky satin, with nude mesh, with soles painted in baby blue

Harry and Meghan wave as they leave Windsor Castle on their way to their evening reception at Frogmore House

Harry drives his new wife out of Windsor Castle on their way to the evening reception at Frogmore House

Meghan and Harry hold hands as they emerge from Windsor Castle on their way to the reception at Frogmore

Meghan smiles as her new husband drives her past a guard in the open-top car outside Windsor Castle

Meghan could be seen wearing an aquamarine ring which once belonged to Harry's mother, Princess Diana (right)

A close-up of the emerald-cut aquamarine ring which Meghan Markle wore yesterday and once belonged to Princess Diana

'You have navigated everything with grace': Harry references Meghan's family troubles in wedding speech It's been a tough week for Meghan Markle with fighting within her family and her father pulling out of walking her down the aisle just days ago. But her new husband Prince Harry is said to have praised the 36-year-old former actress, saying she had 'navigated everything with such grace', adding: 'We make such a great team'. He is also said to have told his bride: 'I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you.' Meghan's father Thomas was in Mexico after pulling out just days ago due to ill health. It followed an extraordinary week that saw in-fighting between her estranged family, her nephews turning up to London uninvited and her only relative at the wedding being her mother Doria Ragland. But Miss Ragland, who looked moved during the service, was there for her daughter and Prince Charles was asked by Meghan to step in and walk her up the aisle to meet Harry. Mr Markle told TMZ: 'My baby looks beautiful and she looks very happy. I wish I were there and I wish them all my love and all happiness.' Advertisement

The newlyweds shared tears, laughter and a passionate kiss in front of their hundreds of VIP guests dominated by Hollywood stars including the Clooneys, the Beckhams, Idris Elba, Oprah Winfrey, Tom Hardy and James Corden.

Meghan became the first mixed-race member of the royal family in an extraordinary journey for a girl born in LA to a white father and African-American mother who fought her way through the tough world of showbusiness to land a plum role in the TV series Suits.

Harry and Meghan's big day couldn't have been more different than royal weddings of the past, especially because the prince was visibly emotional throughout - and guests suggested it was the most diverse major event in the Queen's 66-year reign.

Around 200 guests joined the couple at the evening event at the 17th-century Frogmore mansion in the grounds of Windsor Castle, where Meghan, wearing an aquamarine ring which once belonged to Princess Diana, made a speech to guests.

They travelled in a silver blue open-top Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero, which was originally manufactured in 1968 and now runs on electricity, on her way to the English country house which stands in the home park of Windsor Castle and is part of the Crown Estate. It is only open to individuals on three days of the year.

The bride's evening dress was designed by Stella McCartney and is a bespoke lily white high neck gown made of silk crepe, while her Aquazurra shoes were silky satin with soles painted in baby blue.

Her hair, styled by George Northwood, was in a relaxed up do, with loose strands tucked behind her ears amid the breeze. She was spotted wearing the large ring on her right hand which once belonged to Harry's mother.

A double decker coach full of guests arrived at the entrance to Frogmore House for the evening reception at 7.15pm. The coach had arrived from Coworth Park hotel in Ascot, where Princes Harry and William spent the night before the wedding.

The newly married Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, leaving Windsor Castle after their wedding

Harry helps his new wife Meghan out of the converted Jaguar as they head to Frogmore House for the reception

A police officer salutes while a guard stands by as Harry and Meghan leave Windsor Castle in the silver-blue vehicle

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex on their way to the reception at Frogmore House, hosted by Prince Charles

Harry drives his bride Meghan in a Jaguar with the date of their royal wedding on the numberplate

The newlyweds leave Windsor Castle after the royal wedding on their way to the reception at Frogmore House

Meghan's thank you to The Firm, William's 'naughty' best man speech and a 'surprise' from compere James Corden: Inside Harry and his bride's lavish evening do It was a star-studded occasion of extraordinary glamour that was hosted by Prince Charles, featured music from Sir Elton John and concluded with an impressive fireworks display outside the historic 17th century venue. And Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding reception is also said to have featured a 'naughty' speech from best man Prince William, a thanks from Meghan to the Royal Family for welcoming her in and a 'surprise' from compere James Corden. The dinner party at Frogmore House in Windsor Great Park featured Harry's favourite House tracks 'curated' by DJ Sam Totolee, who also performed at Pippa Middleton's wedding, and a 'drinks of the world' themed bar. Guests dined on posh burgers among other dishes, with candyfloss on offer for those with a sweet tooth - and there was reportedly a cocktail on offer named When Harry Met Meghan. The sit-down dinner was organic, sourced at the request of Prince Charles, and the light-bite canapes were themed 'spring meets summer'. Meghan is also thought to have thanked the Royal Family for welcoming her into 'The Firm'. Advertisement

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie arrived in a black Bentley at 7.30pm while Sophie, Countess of Wessex, arrived just before 8pm in a Land Rover Discovery.

Actor Corden, who attended the ceremony earlier with his wife Julia Carey, was said to have played the role of host and entertainer for the reception. Guests invited to Frogmore House, a royal estate in Windsor Home Park, were given a few hours after the lunch to rest and change outfits.

Earlier Meghan became the first mixed-race member of the royal family in an extraordinary journey for a girl born in Los Angeles to a white father and African-American mother who fought her way through the tough world of showbusiness to land a plum role in the TV series Suits.

Harry and Meghan's big day couldn't have been more different than royal weddings of the past, especially because the prince was visibly emotional throughout - and guests suggested it was the most diverse major event in the Queen's 66-year reign with heavy influences from the US and Meghan's mixed-race background.

The prince had looked tearful when he saw his bride for the first time, grabbing her hand telling her: 'You look amazing - I missed you' before tenderly lifting her veil. They will spend their first night as a married couple at Windsor Castle and are expected to return to Kensington Palace in London today.

The new Duke of Sussex also said 'thank you, pa' after his father Prince Charles walked the now Duchess of Sussex down the aisle of St George's Chapel, having stepped in at the last moment for Meghan's father Thomas.

Sir Elton John, who sang at Princess Diana's funeral in 1997, performed at the lunchtime reception hosted by the Queen in a poignant nod to Harry's late mother, who died when he was only 12.

All the senior British royals were also there to support the couple including Her Majesty the Queen, Prince Philip, Harry's best man Prince William and his wife Kate, who brought George and Charlotte but left baby Louis with the nanny.

The former actress, 36, managed to make a tearful Harry giggle as they exchanged vows before being pronounced man and wife by the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby.

Despite being an Anglican church service it had a distinctly American feel with a US bishop delivering a passionate address that appeared to make some royals snigger and a gospel choir filling the chapel with music from Ben E. King and Etta James.

Princess Eugenie (left), the Duke of York and Princess Beatrice arrive at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle yesterday

A car carrying Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex arrives at Frogmore House for the reception yesterday

George Clooney, who attended the royal wedding earlier, arrives for the evening party at Frogmore House

Security outside Frogmore House where around 200 guests were expected to attend Harry and Meghan's wedding reception

Meghan and Harry's kiss sparked huge cheers from people outside the chapel and the 100,000 watching on the streets of Windsor

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared their first kiss as a married couple outside St George's Chapel

A sea of smiling faces greets Harry and Meghan as they leave the church after the American-influenced service conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury

Prince Harry drives his new wife Meghan out of Windsor Castle to their wedding reception

Meghan and Harry process out of the chapel after exchanging vows in a quite extraordinary wedding

Harry looked delighted as he walked his new wife out of St George's Chapel to start their new life together

The couple, who are now the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, organised a wedding that reflected both their backgrounds

Meghan and Harry wave to royal fans during their open-top procession through Windsor after the wedding ceremony

The newlyweds stare deeply into each other's eyes after the biggest and happiest day of their lives

This extraordinary image shows Meghan clutching her husband's gloved hand while resting her holding her other hand and bouquet, which was picked by Harry, in the lap of her Givenchy dress

Laughter: One of the well-wishers in the crowds makes Meghan laugh and Prince Harry smile as they continue with their 25-minute tour of the royal market town

Harry looked very emotional at points in the service and several others in the congregation were in tears on their happy day

Harry and Meghan exchanged vows and then rings as the couple married after a whirlwind romance

Meghan's mother Doria Ragland, who the star calls her rock, was in tears ahead of her daughter's big entrance

Meghan walked halfway through the church before being met Prince Charles at the Quire who took her to Harry

Meghan walks down the aisle in St George's Chapel at the start of the royal wedding ceremony in Windsor

Meghan, wearing her bridal veil, smiles at her groom Prince Harry as she arrives at the wedding ceremony in Windsor

Meghan smiles broadly during her wedding to Prince Harry at St George's Chapel in Windsor

The Archbishop of Canterbury smiles as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stand at the altar at St George's Chapel

Harry and Meghan hold hands as they walk out of St George's Chapel after the wedding ceremony

Meghan's mother Doria Ragland (far left) stands next to Prince Charles, Camilla, George, William, Charlotte and Kate on the steps of St George's Chapel after the wedding

Prince Harry watches as his father, Prince Charles, accompanies Meghan Markle down the aisle at St George's Chapel

The train of Meghan's dress trails down the aisle as she and Prince Harry stand in front of Archbishop Justin Welby

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and The Duchess of Sussex leave Windsor Castle in the Ascot Landau carriage during a procession after getting married at St George's Chapel

But there was also much of the great British pageantry that royal fans around the world love - all set in the fairy tale surroundings of Windsor Castle on a stunning May spring day.

Meghan chose acclaimed British designer, Clare Waight Keller - the first female Artistic Director at the historic French fashion house Givenchy - to design her dress. She also wore a Queen Mary diamond bandeau tiara, loaned to her by the Queen.

On the steps of the chapel Meghan asked her new husband discreetly: 'Do we kiss?' and Harry whispered 'yeah' before passionately planting one on her lips.

Outside St George's Chapel, more than 100,000 fevered well-wishers gathered in glorious British sunshine and cheered the couple as they started their new married life in the grand Ascot Landau carriage.

Meghan waved and smiled to the crowds and said 'wow' to her new husband while, in his inimitable style, he said back: 'I'm ready for a drink now'.

As the newlyweds were swept through Windsor greeting huge crowds waving Union Flags the VIP guests were taken up to the castle for a lavish lunch and drinks hosted by the Queen.Guests praised the relaxed atmosphere and diverse feel.

Sarah Ferguson, ex-wife of Prince Andrew, said: 'I have had a lovely day and it is wonderful to see so many people out for this lovely occasion'.

The newlyweds had emerged from St George's Chapel to loud cheers from the crowd yesterday afternoon.

Stopping at the top of the stone steps, the pair shared a kiss to the delight of onlookers.

The couple were waved off and watched by members of the royal family as they left in an open-top Ascot Landau for a carriage procession through Windsor.

Prince George and Princess Charlotte, the oldest children of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, did not follow Harry and Meghan as they made their way back up the aisle.

Instead, the youngsters held their parents' hands as they made their way out of the chapel.

Mike Tindall was seen rubbing heavily-pregnant wife Zara's bump as the congregation waited for Harry and Meghan to sign their register. Mr and Mrs Tindall are expecting their second child.

Harry and Meghan leaving the church as husband and wife after exchanging vows at St George's Chapel

The couple were all smiles as they left the chapel - a stark contrast to how nervous Harry had appeared when he arrived an hour earlier

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kiss on the steps of St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle after their wedding

Harry looks ecstatic and Meghan looks slightly shell-shocked as they start life as a married couple

Actress Priyanka Chopra poses in the dress she changed into for the wedding reception at Frogmore House

Tennis legend Serena Williams (left) and Jessica Mulroney in their outfits for the Frogmore House wedding reception

Harry and Meghan share their first kiss as husband and wife as they leave St George's Chapel after the wedding

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kiss as they exit St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle

Harry and Meghan smiled and leaned in to kiss each other as they emerged from the West Door of St George's Chapel

More than 120,000 people flooded Windsor tempted by the chance to see the couple and enjoy the wonderful spring weather

Harry and Meghan's big day was a thoroughly modern affair for a new generation of royals with huge crowds all wanting to take their mobile picture or selfies

Crowds were ten or more deep in 70f [21C] temperatures and bright spring sunshine

Here they come! The couple chose to travel in an Ascot Landau Carriage for their wedding procession. The Ascot Landaus are the name of five open-topped carriages kept by the Royal Mews

Excitement: Royal fans pictured leaning out of windows and standing on roofs as the royal procession makes its way down Windsor's high street

A vision in white: Meghan Markle smiles to the camera as she rides alongside her husband Prince Harry

Outside St George's Chapel up to 100,000 fevered well-wishers have gathered in glorious British sunshine and cheered the couple as they started their new married life in the grand Ascot Landau carriage

Meghan Markle waves from a carriage after the wedding ceremony wowed huge crowds

Royal wave: Meghan waves gracefully as her husband smiles as the procession weaves its way through the streets of Windsor

And they're off! The married couple begin a procession through the streets of Windsor before they will head to the daytime reception with 600 guests at Frogmore House

Meghan was giggling throughout the carriage journey after she was officially welcomed to Britain's royal family

Incredible: The Long Walk is filled with thousands of people cheering in delight as the newly-weds slowly make their way past

Perfect day: The skies above Windsor are cloudless and powder blue as thousands line the path towards Windsor Castle

Meghan was seen telling her new husband: 'Wow' when she saw the huge crowds that had gathered for the royal wedding

Happy families: Kate and William share a joke as their four-year-old son Prince George looks out to the crowds

Princess Charlotte and another flower girl wave cheekily from the window as they are greeted by huge crowds

Harry and Meghan are celebrating inside the castle with 600 guests, many of whom are famous names from stage or screen

The 600 rich, famous and regal guests invited to Meghan and Harry's revolutionary royal wedding Duke of Cambridge - William, Harry's brother and best man. Prince of Wales - Charles, Harry's father, the eldest child of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh. Duchess of Cornwall - Camilla, Charles' second wife. They married in 2005. Duchess of Cambridge - William's wife, Harry's sister-in-law, and mother to George, Charlotte and newborn Louis. Duke of York - Andrew, the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's third child. Princess Beatrice - Harry's cousin, who went viral for her distinctive headwear at William and Kate's wedding in 2011. Princess Eugenie - Harry's cousin, Beatrice's younger sister. Mr Jack Brooksbank - The fiance of Princess Eugenie, due to marry later this year. Mrs Emilie van Cutsem - The widow of Prince Charles' late close friend Hugh van Cutsem. Mrs Amanda Ward - The widow of Gerald Ward, Harry's godfather. The Queen - Monarch, head of state, commander-in-chief of the British military, and Harry's grandmother. Duke of Edinburgh - Prince Philip, 96, married the Queen in 1947. Earl of Wessex - Edward, the Queen's youngest son. Countess of Wessex - Edward's wife since 1999. Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor - The Duke of Cambridge's 14-year-old cousin, daughter of the Earl and Countess of Wessex. Viscount Severn - James, the Wessex's 10-year-old son, is 11th in line to the throne. Princess Royal - The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's only daughter. Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence - The Queen's son-in-law, married to Anne since 1992. Mr Peter Phillips - The Queen's eldest grandson, who was married in Windsor Castle in 2008. Mrs Peter Phillips - Autumn Kelly, Mr Phillips' Canadian bride. They have two children. Miss Jessie Webb - William's former nanny, who has more recently been helping to care for Prince George. Mrs Mike Tindall - Zara Phillips, Harry's cousin, who had a successful career as an Olympic show jumper. Mr Mike Tindall - Former England rugby player, married to Zara Phillips. Duke of Gloucester - Richard, Duke of Gloucester, the Queen's cousin. Duchess of Gloucester - Birgitte van Deurs, married into the royal family in 1972. Lady Sarah Chatto - Princess Margaret's daughter, Harry's godmother. Mr Daniel Chatto - Lady Sarah's husband. Mr Arthur Chatto - The Chattos' 19-year-old son. Mr Samuel Chatto - The Chattos' 21-year-old son Princess Alexandra, the Hon. Lady Ogilvy - One of the Queen's cousins. Earl of Snowdon - David Armstrong-Jones, son of the late Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones. Countess of Snowdon - The Earl's wife, Serena Stanhope. Viscount Linley - The Snowdons' 18-year-old son Charles Armstrong-Jones. Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones - The Snowdons' 16-year-old daughter. Duke of Kent - Edward, the Queen's cousin. Duchess of Kent - Katharine, the Duke's wife. Prince Michael of Kent - Queen's cousin - brother of Duke of Kent. Princess Michael of Kent - Marie-Christine, Michael's wife. Duchess of Westminster - Natalia Grosvenor, widow of the sixth Duke of Westminster, who died in 2016. Duke of Westminster - Hugh Grosvenor, 27, the seventh person to have the title, following the death of his father. Lady Viola Grosvenor - The Duke's 26-year-old sister. Hon. Dame Shan Legge-Bourke - The mother of Harry's ex-nanny in all but name Tiggy Pettifer. Mrs Charles Pettifer - Harry's ex-nanny, formerly known as Tiggy Legge-Bourke. Mr Charles Pettifer - A former Guards officer, married Tiggy in 1999. Lady Sarah McCorquodale - The sister of Harry's late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales. Mr Neil McCorquodale - Lady Sarah's husband. Sir John Major - Prime Minister from 1990 to 1997, including during 1992 - a year referred to by the Queen as an 'annus horribilis'. Dame Norma Major - Sir John's wife. Lady Jane Fellowes - One of Diana's two older sisters, Harry's aunt. Giving the reading. Mrs Claire van Straubenzee - Close friend to both Harry and William. Mr Alexander van Straubenzee - Close friend to both Harry and William. Mr William van Straubenzee - Friend of Harry's. Lord Fellowes - The Queen's former private secretary, married to Diana's sister Lady Jane Fellowes. Ms Genevieve Hillis - Meghan's long-time friend. Mr Brian Kocinski - Meghan's friend. Ms Abigail Leigh Spencer - American actress who starred alongside Meghan in Suits. Ms Serena Williams - Tennis star and close friend of Meghan's. Mr Alexis Ohanian - Serena's husband. Ms Jill Smoller - High profile sports agent. Ms Janina Gavankar - Meghan's close friend and fellow actress. Mr Markus Anderson - Meghan's closest male friend, also credited with having introduced the royal couple. Ms Celine Khavarani - Meghan's friend, works in the fashion industry in the US. Mr Abraham Levy - Friend of the couple Mrs Silver Tree - Producer and director, known for her work on the US series Suits alongside Meghan. Mrs Amal Clooney - High-profile human rights lawyer. Mr George Clooney - American actor, married to Amal. Lady Carolyn Warren - Racing manager well known to the Queen. Mr John Warren - Lady Carolyn's husband, and the monarch's current racing adviser. Mrs Katalin Landon - Friend of Harry's. Mr Arthur Landon - Long-time friend to Harry. Miss Alessandra Balazs - Met Harry through Arthur Landon, also formed a close bond with Meghan. Princess Mabereng - Married to Prince Seeiso, was also present at the wedding of Kate and William. Mr Adrian Dandridge - A community worker in Botswana. Mrs Sophie Dandridge - A community worker in Botswana. Ms Oprah Winfrey - US chatshow queen. Mrs Julia Samuel - Close friend of Diana, and Prince George's godmother. Hon. Michael Samuel - Chairman of the Anna Freud Centre's trustees and husband to Julia. Ms Doria Ragland - The bride's mother. Mrs Benita Litt - One of Meghan's closest friends. Mr Darren Litt - Benita's husband. Mrs Lindsay Jordan - Also known as Lindsay Roth, author, friend of Meghan. Mr Gavin Jordan - Married to Lindsay. Mr Nicholas Walton Collins - Meghan's former agent. Mrs Amelia Walton Collins - Nick's partner. Miss Lucy Meadmore - Long-time friend of Meghan's. Miss Isabel May - Close friend of Meghan's. Ms Misha Nonoo - Introduced the couple, fashion designer, friend who set up blind date. Mr Michael Hess - US oil tycoon, said to be a close friend of Princess Beatrice. Sarah, Duchess of York - Harry's aunt, Beatrice and Eugenie's mother. Lord Vestey - Samuel, Master of the Horse to the Royal Household. Mrs Jessica Mulroney - One of Meghan's best friends, her daughter Ivy is a bridesmaid. Mr Benedict Mulroney - Jessica's husband. Mr Charlie van Straubenzee - Long-term friend of Harry. Miss Daisy Jenks - Harry's friend. Mr Thomas van Straubenzee - Known as Van, one of Harry's best friends. Mrs Carolyn Bartholomew - Harry's godmother and friend of the late Diana. Mr William Bartholomew - Carolyn's husband. Mrs Heather Dorak - Celebrity pilates instructor and friend to Meghan. Mr Matt Cohen - Heather Dorak's husband. Mrs Sonia Lane Fox - Wife of Ed Lane Fox. Mr Ed Lane Fox - Harry's private secretary, stepping down after the wedding. Earl Spencer - Charles Spencer, younger brother of Diana, Harry's uncle. Countess Spencer - Karen, wife of Charles Spencer. Advertisement

Meghan, wearing her veil, and her mother Doria Ragland arrive for the wedding ceremony at St George's Chapel

Meghan's proud mother Doria Ragland takes her seat at St George's Chapel ahead of the wedding ceremony

Harry and his new wife Meghan stand on the steps outside St George's Chapel after their royal wedding

Harry and Meghan leave St George's Chapel followed by guests including Prince Charles who walked the bride up the aisle

Doria Ragland (back) watches as the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh arrive for the royal wedding ceremony

Prince Charles, holding a copy of the order of service, speaks to Doria Ragland, the mother of the bride, at the chapel

Harry strokes the hand of his smiling bride Meghan at St George's Chapel in Windsor during the royal wedding

Prince Harry sits with his brother and best man, the Duke of Cambridge, awaiting Meghan Markle's arrival

Doria Ragland (third left) joins members of the royal family including Charles, Camilla, William and Kate outside the chapel

The Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte after the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry arrives with his brother and best man, the Duke of Cambridge, at St George's Chapel in Windsor

The view along the Long Walk as spectators gather ahead of the wedding of Harry and Meghan

Meghan smiles while a royal enthusiasts takes a picture of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in Windsor

Meghan is pictured in her £200,000 wedding gown for her wedding to Prince Harry in Windsor

George and Amal Clooney and David and Victoria Beckham are among the A-listers packing out Harry and Meghan's wedding in an extraordinary celebrity showing

New look: British actor Tom Hardy debuts his newly-shaved head as he holds hands with partner Charlotte Riley as they head in to the chapel

Oprah Winfrey has made the guest list and is seen arriving at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle for the wedding

Funny man: Gavin and Stacey creator and US TV host James Corden grins and gives thumbs up to the crowds of cheering fans as he heads towards the church with his partner

British stars: The Great Gatsby actress Carey Mulligan and husband Marcus Mumford, of Mumford and Sons join a host of celebrities and public figures for the star-studded wedding guestlist

Elton John, who sang at Princess Diana's funeral in 1997, performed at the lunchtime reception in a nod to Harry's tragic past

Few things illustrated the disparate cultural beginnings of bride and groom better than the religious figures who appeared at their wedding.

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby officiated with the measured solemnity common to Church of England services, while Chicago-born Bishop Curry riveted the congregation with a fiery delivery of his 'Power of Love' address.

THE DRESS: 'ELEGANT AND UNDERSTATED' Meghan Markle's wedding dress was crafted by acclaimed British designer, Givenchy's Clare Waight Keller. She was the first female Artistic Director at the historic French fashion house Givenchy. Meghan's veil was held in place by Queen Mary's diamond bandeau tiara, lent to her by The Queen, which was made in 1932. Meghan arrived at St George's Chapel in Windsor with two page boys who held up her long train as she walked up the steps. David Emanuel, who designed Diana, Princess of Wales's dress for her wedding to the Prince of Wales in 1981, said: 'The dress is as I predicted - simple, stylish, elegant and understated.' Advertisement

His speech touched on issues including slavery and poverty, even channeling the spirit of another celebrated black orator, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.

While the bishop's performance may have been a break from the norm for the royal family, it delighted viewers in America.

US journalist Elamin Abdelmahmoud tweeted: 'A black reverend preaching to British royalty about the resilience of faith during slavery is 10000000% not what I thought I was waking up for, the royal wedding is good.'

Former British tabloid editor Piers Morgan added: 'Wow. Still reeling from Rev Curry. What a moment. What a guy! He may have gone on a bit long but as my youngest son just rang to say: 'Dad, imagine being a black American watching this wedding? It's historic - and brilliant.' He's right.'

Staples of gospel music sat alongside traditional church hymns on the order of service handed out to wedding guests.

Karen Gibson and The Kingdom Choir captivated viewers around the world with a performance of Stand By Me, written by African-American singer Ben E King, and This Little Light Of Mine, a tune which coloured the sound of the civil rights movement.

Many wrote online that the performance had reduced them to tears.

Ms Gibson later told Sky News: 'Both of those are gospel staples you know, they are very well known. Etta James has done this arrangement.

'We really enjoyed it, we really rocked up to that one you know? It was great fun.'

Praising the address of Bishop Curry, she added: 'It's what we're actually used to that's the flavour of preachers we're used to, so we were getting very excited.'

As the couple slipped away for the signing of the register during the service, another talented black musician, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, took centre stage.

The British cellist - winner of BBC Young Musician 2016 - held the attention of the chapel as he performed several moving pieces which had been selected by the palace.

The 19-year-old later told the broadcaster: 'It's such an honour and it's something that you could never expect.

'I still don't quite believe it, so it's just an amazing experience.'

Prince Charles takes Meghan's arm and said some sweet words to reassure her as he took her father's place to walk her down the aisle

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle pictured moments after they married now becoming the Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Royals including Prince Charles, Camilla, The Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Andrew and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie

Harry and Meghan exchange rings at St George's Chapel in the presence of Archbishop Justin Welby

Doria, Charles and Camilla left the chapel together and the trio have said to have formed a good bond despite having only met this week

Like mother, like daughter: The Duchess of Cambridge holds her daughter's hand as Princess Charlotte epitomises the perfect royal as she politely waves to well-wishers

Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, escort their children George and Charlotte out of the chapel

Regal: The queen looks every inch the head of the family and state as she waves out to applauding crowds alongside husband Prince Phillip after they marry

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Cambridge arrive ahead of the wedding of Harry and Meghan at St George's Chapel

The Prince of Wales and Doria Ragland, mother of the bride, depart from St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle

Meghan's mother Doria Ragland thanks Prince Charles for walking her daughter down the aisle at St George's Chapel

Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall wait in the chapel for the wedding ceremony

The Duke of Cambridge and his father Prince William both laugh during the service at St George's Chapel

Philip reads the order of service at St George's Chapel as he attends the the wedding, just six weeks after his hip op

The Queen sat next to her husband Prince Philip at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle in Berkshire

The Duke of Edinburgh leaves St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle after the wedding of Harry and Meghan

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip arrive at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle for the wedding

You could hear a pin drop as the 600 guests watched the British prince and American star say 'I do' in the historic surroundings of the chapel at Windsor Castle.

THE MUSIC: GOSPEL CHOIR AND 'STAND BY ME' The music was organised by James Vivian, the Director of Music at St George's Chapel. He conducted the chapel choir - comprised of 23 St George's School pupils - during the ceremony. Stand By Me was among the hymns sung in the modern order of service. Gospel stars The Kingdom Choir were conducted by Karen Gibson. Artists rumoured to be playing at the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reception include the Spice Girls and Elton John. Advertisement

At midday, all eyes were turned to the grand door at the West Steps to catch the first glimpse of Meghan as she appeared through the ornate entrance.

Just before the bride arrived, the bridesmaids and pageboys were ushered in by the Duchess of Cambridge, who helped coax them into their positions with an encouraging hand on their shoulder.

The children were handed flowers behind the door when one of the little bridesmaids began to cry.

With such a crew of youngsters following the bride up to the altar, it was unlikely to be plain sailing.

The Cambridges' nanny, Maria, lifted the child up to comfort her, as Prince George looked up at the tearful girl.

George briefly chatted with his nanny, who helped to organise the group.

Harry's niece and nephew - George and Princess Charlotte - were among the six bridesmaids and four pageboys, all aged between two and seven.

Harry's goddaughters Zalie Warren, two, and three-year-old Florence van Cutsem, Ms Markle's goddaughters, sisters Remi and Rylan Litt, aged six and seven respectively, and four-year-old Ivy Mulroney - the daughter of Meghan's close friend Jessica Mulroney - were bridesmaids.

The other pageboys were Harry's six-year-old godson Jasper Dyer - the son of Harry's mentor Mark Dyer - and Mrs Mulroney's seven-year-old twin sons Brian and John Mulroney.

A member of Prince Harry's household bent down to help to adjust one of the bridesmaid's dresses before their walk up the aisle.

When Meghan appeared through the doors of the chapel, sunlight streaming in behind her, she turned to smile and wave at the children who were standing to her right.

Her sparkling tiara dazzled in the light of the chapel.

The gaggle of children toddled up the aisle behind Meghan through the Nave, before the bride was joined by the Prince of Wales and the pair made their way down the aisle of the Quire to where Harry was waiting.

Guests turned to smile at each other after Meghan and the children made their way past each pew, perhaps approving of the sumptuous bridal gown and ethereal veil or admiring the children carrying out their duties with aplomb.

A few minutes later, there were giggles when the Archbishop of Canterbury conducted the declarations.

A loud and clear 'We will' sounded out when the guests were asked if they would support Harry and Meghan.

Husband and wife: The couple, announced as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, share a tender moment on the steps of the chapel following the emotional ceremony

Screaming crowds: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were greeted with cheering and whoops from well-wishers lining the path

Harry smiles at the crowd while Meghan waves at spectators during the procession after the royal wedding in Windsor

A delighted Harry and Meghan wave to some of the fans who lined the route of the procession in Windsor

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex begin their carriage procession in the Ascot Landau Carriage after their wedding ceremony at St George's Chapel

Meghan's mother Doria Ragland smiled at the Prince of Wales and took his hand as they joined the newlyweds in one of the chapel's transepts to privately record their marriage.

THE VOWS: MEGHAN MAKES HARRY GIGGLE Meghan Markle made Prince Harry giggle as they exchanged their vows. Prince Harry said: 'I Harry, take you, Meghan, to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God's holy law. In the presence of God I make this vow.' Meghan responded: 'I, Meghan, take you, Harry, to be my husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God's holy law. In the presence of God I make this vow.' She did not vow to 'obey' her new husband, reflecting their modern relationship. Advertisement

There was a hush around the chapel as the wedding ceremony began and the crowds listened intently as the Dean of Windsor, David Connor, started proceedings.

The silence was only broken by the rumble of aircraft passing overhead and the odd champagne cork popping.

The crowd in Horseshoe Cloister shouted a resounding 'We will' as the Archbishop of Canterbury posed the question inside St George's Chapel as to whether the families and friends of Prince Harry and Meghan would support them in their marriage.

Meghan's delicate veil was five metres long and made from silk tulle with a trim of hand-embroidered flowers in silk threads and organza, with her two pageboys carrying the ends as she made her way up the steps.

Her hair was up and she wore the glittering Queen Mary's Diamond Bandeau tiara, loaned to her by the Queen.

The presiding bishop of the American Episcopal Church Bishop Bishop Michael Curry enthusiastically delivered a passionate address about the power of love - but it appeared to make many in the congregation laugh.

It is expected to be the biggest royal wedding in Britain since Prince William married Kate in 2011 with more than 21million UK households set to watch and 23million expected to tune in from America.

Ms Markle's wedding dress has been designed by the acclaimed British designer, Clare Keller, the first female Artistic Director at the historic French fashion house Givenchy.

Meghan Markle has married Prince Harry in a moving service officiated by the Archbishop of Canterbury and watched by millions around the world

A tearful Prince Harry grabbed his bride Meghan's hand and told her: 'You look amazing' as he saw her for the first time

Harry would not let go of his new wife's hands throughout the moving ceremony in Windsor

Meghan and Harry were pronounced man and wife by the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby

Meghan's dress had an extraordinary long trail that flowed out into the chapel as she married Harry

Meghan Markle and her bridal party walk with her down the aisle of St George's Chapel in the grounds of Windsor Castle

But the tears turned to laughter when the star made him giggle as they exchanged vows in the extraordinarily moving ceremony watched by millions around the world

REVEREND MICHAEL CURRY: 'FIRE MADE IT POSSIBLE TO TWEET' The Most Reverend Michael Curry mentioned slavery, the Old Testament and quoted the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in his unusual speech in St George's Chapel. Rev. Curry talked about how 'fire made it possible to text and tweet'. Meghan and Harry began giggling at one point and Prince William appeared to be stifling laughter. He finished his lengthy address by saying: 'With that, I got to sit down. We got to get you all married.' Advertisement

The veil was held in place by Queen Mary's diamond bandeau tiara, lent to her by The Queen, made in 1932 - an outfit that left her mother Doria Ragland, 62, in tears.

Meghan arrived accompanied by two page boys who held up her train as she made her way up the chapel's steps alone and entered the chapel by herself, to begin the walk down the alter, before being met by the Prince of Wales.

David Emanuel, who designed Diana, Princess of Wales's dress for her wedding to the Prince of Wales in 1981, said of Meghan Markle's outfit: 'The bride is simplicity herself.'

He added: 'The dress is as I predicted - simple, stylish, elegant and understated.

'I think the story is in the silk jewelled veil - it encompasses all the Commonwealth flowers, which I think is very clever.'

Asked what he thought Harry's late mother would have said about the dress, Mr Emanuel said: 'I think Diana would have approved.'

Elegant: Ms Markle looks emotional but happy as she gracefully makes her way down the aisle

Harry told his bride that he had missed her after their night apart and clutched her hand throughout the moving service

Harry said 'thank you, pa' after his father Prince Charles walked her down the aisle of St George's Chapel, Windsor

Support: Ms Markle delicately holds Prince Charles' arm as she walks towards the alter. This touching moment is all the more poignant after her own father was forced to drop out of the wedding earlier this week due to health problems

Important job: The two pageboys have the important task of carefully carrying Ms Markle's train up the flight of steps to the chapel

Beautiful: Meghan Markle cuts a stunning figure in a traditional white gown with heavy veil and train

Meghan grinned while looking over her shoulder to the crowds of people who have turned out to wish her and Harry well

Meghan's bouquet contains several flowers handpicked by Prince Harry from their private garden, Kensington Palace said.

NEW TITLES: THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF SUSSEX Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will become the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Meghan is the first ever Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry is the first Duke of the county in 175 years and the second in history. Dukedom is the highest rank in the British peerage. Harry will also receive Scottish and Northern Irish titles, becoming the Earl of Dumbarton and Baron Kilkeel. This makes Meghan the Countess of Dumbarton and Baroness Kilkeel. Advertisement

'Prince Harry handpicked several flowers yesterday from their private garden at Kensington Palace to add to the bespoke bridal bouquet designed by florist Philippa Craddock,' the statement said.

'The spring blooms include Forget-Me-Nots which were Diana, Princess of Wales' favourite flower. The couple specifically chose them to be included in Ms Markle's bouquet to honour the memory of the late princess on this special day.

'The bride's bouquet is a petite design, pulled together in a gentle, ethereal, relaxed style with delicate blooms also including scented sweet peas, lily of the valley, astilbe, jasmine and astrantia, and sprigs of myrtle all bound with a naturally dyed, raw silk ribbon.

'The myrtle sprigs are from stems planted at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, by Queen Victoria in 1845, and from a plant grown from the myrtle used in the Queen's wedding bouquet of 1947.

'The tradition of carrying myrtle begun after Queen Victoria was given a nosegay containing myrtle by Prince Albert's grandmother during a visit to Gotha in Germany.

'In the same year, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert bought Osborne House as a family retreat, and a sprig from the posy was planted against the terrace walls, where it continues to thrive today.

'The myrtle was first carried by Queen Victoria's eldest daughter, Princess Victoria, when she married in 1858.'

The Most Rev Bishop Michael Curry, the first African-American presiding bishop and primate of the Episcopal Church, gave an address titled the Power of Love at the service in St George's Chapel.

He opened his speech with the words of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr, who said: 'We must discover the power of love, the redemptive power of love. And when we do that, we will be able to make of this old world a new world. Love is the only way.'

The bishop then added: 'There's power in love. Don't underestimate it. Don't even over-sentimentalise. There is power, power in love.'

The Episcopal Church is the US offshoot of the Church of England and forms part of the broader Anglican Communion. Meghan was baptised into the Anglican Church, which is headed by Harry's grandmother.

Bishop Curry told the service: 'There's power in love. Love can help and heal when nothing else can. There's power in love to lift up and liberate when nothing else will.'

Such power could be seen in the service, he continued, saying: 'Two young people fell in love and we all showed up.'

Meghan Markle has left to marry Prince in a tiara and veil over her face with her mother Doria for support

Huge crowds turned out for the cheer and wave Union Flags at Meghan as she made her way to marry Harry

That IS a long walk! Thousands of well-wishers packed into the walk way which lies before Windsor Castle as they wait to see the royal procession

A nervous looking Prince Harry sits next to William as they waited pensively for the bride to arrive at the West Door

A nervous looking Prince Harry and his best man William arrived in their Blues and Royals uniforms but he quickly warmed up and waved to the crowds

Harry smiles and points at the crowds outside the doors of the church making William laugh uproariously

Harry and William removed their hats as they waited for the bride to arrive for the biggest day of her life so far

Father of the groom: Prince Charles steps out of his chauffeur-driven car as he is due to walk Miss Markle down the aisle in moments time

Prince Harry looked nervous as he arrived at St George's with his best man William but quickly warmed up waving and grinning at crowds before greeting guests inside and outside the chapel.

THE RINGS: PLATINUM AND WELSH GOLD Harry's ring is a platinum band with a textured finish. His bride Meghan's has been fashioned from a piece of Welsh gold gifted to her by The Queen. The rings were both made by Cleave and Company, the official Royal jewellers based at Buckingham Palace. They were brought to the service by Harry's brother and best man, Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge. Royal brides are traditionally given wedding rings made from gold nuggets from Clogau St David's mine at Bontddu in North Wales. Few men in the monarchy have chosen to put on a wedding band. Advertisement

Her mother Doria smiled and looked adoringly at her daughter in the back of her wedding car, again supporting her in the absence of her father Thomas Markle.

Mother and daughter drove away in a Rolls-Royce Phantom IV, which was built and delivered to the Queen in 1950 and used by Kate Middleton for her trip to Westminster Abbey when she married William seven years ago.

The couple have invited 2,000 guests and have needed more than three hours to fill the church with friends including actor Tom Hardy, Carey Mulligan, tennis player Serena Williams and many of Meghan's Suits co-stars all there.

Harry's ex-girlfriends Chelsy Davy and Cressida Bonas were also invited and joined the Middletons and his uncle Earl Spencer in the giant congregation.

Royals including the Queen and Prince Charles - who will walk Meghan down the aisle after her father dropped out - will be the last to arrive before Harry, William and finally Meghan, who will enter the church alone.

Princess Diana's son's whirlwind romance with the US-born actress, 36, has captured the public's imagination and they will become the Duke and Duchess of Sussex when they marry.

After a secret six-month relationship the couple went public and later confirmed they got engaged in November when he proposed while roasting a chicken in his Kensington Palace flat.

Their big day is finally here after a week of turmoil for Meghan after her father pulled out at the last minute and her estranged relatives flooded into the UK to cash in on her big day.

Meghan Markle sits in her wedding gown as the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh and other members of the family watch on

The groom and his brother look up during the royal wedding ceremony at St George's Chapel in Windsor

Her mother Doria smiled and looked adoringly at her daughter in the back of her wedding car, again supporting her in the absence of her father Thomas Markle

Famous face: Rock and roll legend Elton John chats away amid rumours he will performing at the exclusive reception party hosted by Prince Charles at Frogmore House

Ready and waiting: Prince Harry's cousin Zara Phillips sits alongside her husband the former England rugby captain Mike Tinall (right) who joked yesterday he was snubbed from his pal Harry's stag-do

No fascinator this time: Princess Beatrice, who debuted an extravagant fascinator at Prince Wills' wedding in 2011, shows off her gorgeous green headwear as she sits waiting for cousin Harry to arrive at the church

Aunty's approval: Princess Anne, wearing a silk dress with wrap detailing, looks out onto the church as she waits to see her nephew arrive

Taking their seats: The guests begin to take their place at St George's Chapel less than an hour before the ceremony is due to start

Church fills: Hollywood's finest mingle with English aristocracy as the ancient chapel of St George in the grounds of Windsor Castle slowly fills ahead of the midday wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Cheers and applause erupted at the West Door as Prince Harry and the Duke of Cambridge arrived at St George's Chapel. The bridegroom and his best man were met by the Dean of Windsor.

They stopped for a few moments and had a brief conversation, before walking inside.

Harry, looking dapper in his frockcoat uniform of the Blues and Royals, walked up the aisle with his best man and was seen acknowledging a guest in the congregation with a nod.

Both Harry and the Duke of Cambridge are wearing the frockcoat uniform of the Blues and Royals.

The Queen gave her permission for her grandson to get married in his uniform, Kensington Palace said.

Both uniforms were tailored at Dege & Skinner on Savile Row.

Tinseltown's finest: Hollywood legend George Clooney paid tribute to his wife's yellow gown with an accented tie and handkerchief

Hollywood royalty George Clooney and his wife Amal arrive for the wedding of the year to see friends Harry and Meghan marry

Pop royalty: No high-profile wedding would be complete without an appearance from stylish Beckhams, who did not disappoint, with Posh donning killer red heels to team with a dark dress while her sartorially-sound-hubby wears a stylish suit

The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson was the first royal to arrive at the wedding of the decade

Idris Elba and his girlfriend Sabrina Dhowre are among the famous stars to arrive at St George's Chapel in Windsor

The Tindalls: Mike Tindall and his wife Zara, who is heavily pregnant, looked happy as they arrived laughing and smiling

Pregnant Pippa Middleton and her husband James arrived at the steps of the church just after 10.30

Harry's uncle Earl Spencer and his wife are also at the ceremony in Windsor

Last night Harry shook hands with fans and spoke to children in the crowd before he went for his last night of freedom

Meghan Markle and her mother, Doria Ragland, arriving at Cliveden House Hotel last night

Tens of thousands of royal fans are in the Berkshire town to catch a glimpse of the bride and groom, as police have effectively created a £30million ring of steel around the castle in a massive security operation.

Many slept on the streets and more have left their homes in the middle of the night or travelled from across the world to see them.

Revellers wearing wedding dresses, union and American flags and other outlandish outfits have been popping Champagne and prosecco since 8am or earlier as they toasted the happy couple.

The official 10 Downing Street Twitter account posted a message to the couple from Theresa May, saying: 'My very best wishes to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their wedding day. To all of those joining the national celebration with street parties and other events, have a wonderful day.'

Music men: Elton John wearing his signature glasses chats to guests with Beautiful singer James Blunt (far left) and John's partner David Furnish (right)

Style icon: A suave-looking David Beckham smiled as he strode towards St George's Chapel wearing a pair of designer sunglasses with a sharp three-piece suit. The former England captain covered up his tattoos for the occasion with just the ink on his hands visible

Familiar faces: Carol Middleton and Michael Middleton head towards the chapel to watch their son-in-law's brother marry Meghan Markle

The Middletons: The Duchess of Cambridge's sister Pippa Middleton (left) and brother James Middleton are among the extended family members invited to the nuptials

Idris Elba and his fiancee Sabrina Dhowre have been invited to the wedding and arrive at St George's Chapel in Windsor

Prince Harry's ex girlfriend Chelsy Davy is seen leaving for the wedding. The South African was in an on-off relationship with the prince for seven years and Pippa Middleton is also on her way

Harry's family Eliza Spencer, Louis Spencer, Victoria Aitken and Kitty Spencer arrive at St George's Chapel

Floral gown: Lady Kitty Spencer, right, photographed outside St George's Chapel as she waits to enter for the ceremony

A vision in green: Lady Kitty Spencer opts for an elegant fascinator paired with discrete diamond earrings and necklace for her cousin's wedding

Rugby star James Haskell and Chloe Madeley, the daughter of Richard and Judy, arrive for the wedding along with Lady Edwina Louise Grosvenor and TV historian Dan Snow

Smart attire: The Duchess of Cornwall's son Tom Parker Bowles opted for a classic morning suit with patterned tie

Harry's 'wing man' Tom Inskip arrives at the ceremony with his wife Augusta Boyle

James Blunt and his wife Sofia Wellesley are among the huge stars who have been invited by Meghan and Harry

Nicholas Soames (right) along with Charles Spencer and his wife Karen (left) arrive in the Berkshire town ahead of the royal wedding

Guests are gathering inside the famous chapel where Meghan will enter alone in just a few hours

Meghan spent her last night of freedom at the Cliveden House Hotel around 25 minutes from Windsor Castle where she will next see Prince Harry at the altar of St George's Chapel.

Last night she looked stunning as she arrived with her mother Doria Ragland, 62, after enjoying afternoon tea with the Queen.

Meanwhile her husband-to-be and Prince William enjoyed a walkabout through Windsor to meet the thousands of well-wishers who have gathered to see him get married.

As she walked into the hotel wearing a £1,350 navy Roland Mouret Barwick dress she grinned as she told waiting royal fans that she felt 'wonderful, thank you' ahead of the biggest day of her life.

Guests are colourfully dressed for the wedding of the decade set to be watched by millions

Harry's friends Delfina Blaquier and Argentinian polo star Nacho Figueras arrive at the wedding along with more than 2,000 others attending the big day

Diana's former butler Paul Burrell appears to struggle to gain access to the grounds of Windsor Castle

A police escort takes an empty wedding later used in the big event to the gates of the castle

The Queen's Guard band marches between enthusiastic crowds in the Berkshire town ahead of the royal wedding

Queen Elizabeth II talks with the Duke of Edinburgh after the wedding ceremony of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Beaming Meghan also gathered her closest friends, her dress designer and hairdresser to join her in £1,500-a-night rooms last night.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be the Duke and Duchess of Sussex - a title not handed out for more than 150 years.

The Queen conferred the titles on her grandson and his bride-to-be as they prepared to walk down the aisle at St George's Chapel, Windsor.

The royal groom was given a dukedom - the highest rank in the British peerage - to mark his marriage to Meghan Markle.

American former actress Meghan will now become Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Sussex on her marriage at the much-anticipated ceremony in St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.

Harry also received Scottish and Northern Irish titles, becoming the Earl of of Dumbarton and Baron Kilkeel, which means Meghan will become the Countess of Dumbarton and Baroness Kilkeel.

All titles are in the gift of the Queen and it was up to the monarch to choose which one to bestow on her grandson and his new wife.

Huge crowds waving union flags have been there since the early hours or longer as they welcome the couple into married life

Crowds of royal enthusiasts have gathered near Windsor Castle hoping to catch a glimpse of the guests and wedding party

Royal fans are lining the streets of the Berkshire town all hoping to catch a glimpse of the newly married royal couple when their carriage ride's along the route

Royal enthusiasts pictured on the Long Walk ahead of the royal wedding wearing Union Jack flags and a Queen's Guard outfit

Fans from Britain and America have travelled to the small Berkshire town to be part of the huge event

Up to 100,000 people flooded into Windsor to see Harry and Meghan marry

Beautiful greenery and flowers adorn the front of the organ loft inside St George's Chapel ready for the bride and groom

Flowers and foliage surround the West Door and steps of St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle

This is the order of service for the wedding ceremony, which was printed before Thomas Markle's name could be removed

At the end of a dramatic week, sources said Harry and Meghan had just wanted to focus on their big day.

'They are just so in love and while it has been a hugely emotional week for Meghan in terms of her father, who she is still deeply concerned about, they now want to focus on the day,' they said. 'It's a huge moment for them … and they just want people to enjoy the day.'

Another added: 'Honestly, I have never seen him so happy. He is just besotted and cannot wait to make Meghan his wife.'

With Mr Markle, a former Hollywood lighting director, recovering from surgery to fit a heart stent, Kensington Palace announced yesterday that Prince Charles would walk his future daughter-in-law to the altar. Sources close to the prince, who will wear a morning suit, said he was 'deeply touched' to have been asked.

'It wasn't something he raised at all … the couple came to him,' they said. The source added that Charles had met Miss Markle several times and appeared to have struck up a very 'genuine bond' with her and now her mother.

The secret whispers between Harry, Meghan and fellow royals are revealed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle helped each other through their wedding ceremony by exchanging supportive and loving comments, lip-readers have revealed. Harry greeted Meghan to the altar of the church by quietly telling her: 'You look amazing - I missed you'. Meghan replied shyly: 'Thank you'. He also prompted Meghan for the eagerly anticipated kiss as the couple emerged from the service. As they paused on the steps, a smiling Meghan looked up at her new husband and asked: 'Do we kiss?' Harry replied with a discreet: 'Yeah.' Harry was meanwhile spotted telling his new wife he was ready for the reception as their carriage drew back into the grounds of Windsor Castle. As the horse-drawn carriage finished its climb up the Long Walk, Harry quipped: 'I'm ready for a drink now.' Meghan was obviously impressed by the crowds who had lined the streets, exclaiming 'wow!' as they emerged from the castle grounds. Advertisement

Millions around the world will have watched but America has been gripped by 'Meghan mania' – and US broadcasters have gone to extraordinary lengths to provide the best possible coverage for their viewers.

With prime broadcasting spots given to British TV, American networks have 'annexed' several guesthouses and hotels around Windsor Castle.

NBC is said to have 'taken over' the Macdonald Windsor Hotel, opposite the castle, with a team of around 300.

The broadcaster has built an 'Olympic stadium'-like studio on the rooftop to achieve the best backdrops and have a view of the castle in the background.

Yesterday Meghan Markle's co-stars from the TV legal drama Suits appeared in the studio to tell viewers back home how she revealed her romance with Prince Harry.

Meanwhile, rival networks ABC and CBS are said to have removed windows from rooms at the front of the Harte & Garter hotel at great expense to create the best shots.

And a two-storey temporary media centre has been set up on the Long Walk in Windsor Great Park solely for US journalists to broadcast to fascinated viewers back home.

Broadcasters are devoting huge amounts of air time to programmes before and after the wedding, and most are broadcasting or streaming the ceremony live.

In 2011, the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton was watched by 23million Americans even though it was the middle of the night for many in the US.

But viewing figures are expected to be much higher for Prince Harry and Miss Markle's ceremony.

signed Meghan's wedding shoes, based on a Givenchy refined pointed couture design made of a silk duchess satin.

Meghan was giggling throughout the carriage journey after she was officially welcomed to Britain's royal family

She also created the six young Bridesmaids' dresses in the Givenchy Haute Couture Atelier in Paris to 'have the same timeless purity as Ms. Markle's dress'.

How much did Meghan's wedding dress cost? Celebrity stylist Lucas Armitage told Femail that a dress like Meghan's is likely to cost in the region of £200,000. 'A whole team would be dedicated to every detail of the dress, the fabric, the pattern, the toiles all working in tandem to create the effortlessly chic piece,' he xplained. 'Don't underestimate its understated veneer, every stitch and every seam will have been meticulously planned to perfection to give it the perfect regal aesthetic. 'I predict it will have cost around the £200K mark for such a couture approach to bridal.' Bespoke fabric from a Parisian mill: £60,000 Multiple fittings: £35,000 Seamstress and toile making: £74,000 Designing and pattern cutting: £25,000 Additional alterations pre-wedding day: £4000 TOTAL: £198,000 Celebrity stylist Lucas Armitage told Femail that a dress like Meghan's is likely to cost in the region of £200,000 Advertisement

In a statement released yesterday afternoon, the designer said that it had been an honour to work on perhaps her most high profile project to date.

'It is truly an honour to have been given the opportunity to closely collaborate with Meghan Markle on such a remarkable occasion,' she said.

'We wanted to create a timeless piece that would emphasise the iconic codes of Givenchy through its history, as well as convey modernity through sleek lines and sharp cuts.

'In contract, the delicate floral beauty of the veil was a vision Meghan and I shared, a special gesture embracing the Commonwealth flora, ascending the circumference of the silk tulle.

'As a British designer at a Parisian Haute Couture house, and on behalf of all of us at Givenchy who have been able to experience such an extraordinary process of creativity, I am extremely proud of what we have accomplished and grateful to Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and Kensington Palace for allowing us to be part of this historical chapter.

'It has been an immensely rewarding experience to get to know Meghan on a personal level, one I will forever carry with me. The House of Givenchy joins me in wishing her and Prince Harry every wish of happiness in their future.'

Meghan's choice of designer remained a closely guarded secret until yesterday morning, and it was reported that even Prince Harry didn't know who she'd picked as he wanted a 'total surprise' on the big day.

Speculation has been rife in recent weeks, but Givenchy was certainly not thought to be a frontrunner and failed to appear on the odds list being touted by bookmakers.

Givenchy isn't a label she's previously been associated with, and royal watchers were convinced she'd wear a designer she's previously stepped out in, such as Burberry.

Ralph & Russo was previously expected to get the honour, with the bride-to-be rumoured to wear a hand-stitched and heavily beaded design with long sleeves.

A total surprise: Givenchy was not among the names being tipped for Meghan's dress designer in recent weeks

However, Meghan previously made it clear that she favoured a simple, classic look for a wedding dress.

Speaking to Glamour before she emerged as Prince Harry's girlfriend, she called the late Carolyn Bessette's wedding dress as her 'everything goals'.

Carolyn, then 30, wore a minimalist white gown by Narciso Rodriguez, who was at the time a little known designer to marry John F. Kennedy Jr.

Describing her dream dress, Meghan added: 'Classic and simple is the name of the game, perhaps with a modern twist.

However British bridal designer Caroline Castigliano claimed this week that Meghan had in fact given Stella McCartney the honour.

'Stella is such a perfect fit for Meghan,' she told the New York Post. 'She uses organic fabrics and her ethos is the same as Meghan.

'Her style is very underplayed, her dresses are very clean in style, very much Meghan and they are friends.'

She added: 'I believe it will be a very straight, fitted dress, with a big 9-foot train that comes off the dress from the side to create the drama, and lace trickling down the top of it.'

Mini Harry and Wills: Four page boys wear miniature versions of outfits donned by the Princes Prince William and Prince George leave after the wedding ceremony of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle The four pages at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex each wore a miniature version of the Blues and Royals frock coat. The uniform draws its insignia from the Blues and Royals, which is an old Regiment of the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry. Both the groom and his brother, the best man, wore Blues and Royals frockcoats for the Wedding Day. The frockcoats were made from blue doeskin, single-breasted in style with a stand-up collar and completed with figured braiding of regimental pattern. The figured braiding was scaled down for the Pages, Kensington Palace said, as otherwise it would have gone above their shoulders. As a special memento, each page had their initials embroidered in gold on their shoulder straps. The pages were not wearing hats or white waist belts for practical reasons, the palace added. Their leg garments were made from blue/black wool barathea with three-quarter scarlet stripes fastened with a leather strap. The uniforms were cut and made by the tailors Dege & Skinner in Savile Row. Advertisement

Gospel soloist who melted the hearts of the world reveals Harry wanted a 'Motown sound' at the wedding Paul Lee is project manager for the South England Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists church By Jake Wallis Simons, Associate Global Editor, and Shekhar Bhatia in Windsor The amateur gospel soloist who melted the hearts of the world at the high point of the royal wedding has told MailOnline how Harry and Meghan were intimately involved with arranging the song – with the prince demanding a 'Motown sound'. Paul Lee, 58, a hobbyist singer who works as a project manager for the South England Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists church, described how he met the royal couple two months ago at Kensington Palace for an hour-long 'musical workshop'. 'Harry was dressed casually in jeans and a shirt and Meghan was wearing a casual dress,' he said. 'They knew exactly what they wanted. Everyone's a musician inside and they had their own vision for the song.' The gospel ensemble performed the classic track Stand By Me, which Harry and Meghan had requested. Then the royal couple gave their feedback, he said, leading to 'at least 10' different versions before they arrived at the perfect arrangement. 'Harry does know his music,' he said. 'He said he liked Motown sort of stuff. Getting that original feel was very important to him. 'They wanted so many versions. Both he and Meghan took it very seriously and drove the creative process. They seemed very professional and exacting. 'Whenever they had to make a decision they had a conversation and then gave us their thoughts jointly. 'We were a little star-struck. They were very down-to-earth, genuine, approachable and lovely people. They were also very exacting. I was surprised at how they got involved personally, not their staff or advisers. 'After they were satisfied that we got what they wanted they left us alone and trusted us to deliver on the day. From Meghan's face I think we did that. 'She mouthed 'thank you' as she walked past on the day.' Mr Lee, a father-of-four from Watford, described how the news he was going to perform at the royal wedding was a 'bolt from the blue'. 'My family are amazed. My phone was off during the service and now I have hundreds of missed calls,' he said. But the church worker said that despite his extraordinary talents and worldwide exposure he had no desire to devote himself to music full-time. 'I'm close to 60 and I love working for a church charity,' he said. 'Music is a big part of my life but I want to keep it as a hobby. My profession is charity not music.' The moment of the performance, he said, coming at the high point of the ceremony, was 'second to none'. 'It was by far the best musical experience of my life,' he said. 'It will stay with me always. I was nervous but I just had to keep focused and do it for the country.' Advertisement