The Small Detail Meghan Markle Added To Prince Philip's Funeral

Meghan Markle was unable to attend Prince Philip's funeral, which was held at St. George's Chapel on April 17th, 2021. The Duchess of Sussex is pregnant with her second child, and was not cleared to travel by her physician, according to People magazine. The outlet reported that Meghan watched the service on television from the home she shares with Prince Harry in Montecito, California. Meanwhile, Harry made the trip across the pond following his grandfather's death, returning to the UK for the first time since he and Meghan left in March 2020. This also marks the first time that Harry has seen the royal family in more than 12 months. It is believed that Meghan had a fondness for Philip. Although she could not attend the services, she wanted to be sure to add her own special touch. According to People, she and Harry, quote, "provided a wreath that has been laid for the Duke of Edinburgh." However, that's not all that Meghan did to honor Philip. The wreath that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ordered for Prince Philip's funeral was carefully crafted. According to People magazine, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex: "[...]specifically requested for it to include Acanthus mollis (Bear's breeches), the national flower of Greece, to represent Prince Philip's heritage; and eryngium (sea holly), to represent the Royal Marines. The wreath also features campanula to represent gratitude and everlasting love, rosemary to signify remembrance, lavender for devotion, and roses in honor of June being The Duke of Edinburgh's birth month." The wreath included a personal touch from the Duchess of Sussex herself. She crafted a hand-written note to accompany the arrangement. The written text was not made public. Watch this video for more on the small details Meghan Markle added to Prince Philip's funeral! #MeghanMarkle #RoyalFamily #PrincePhilip