Prince George misses his godfather's wedding as Prince William avoids awkward reunion with Prince Harry

Prince George is set to miss his godfather's wedding today but Prince William will attend the event.

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Svar Nanan-Sen

By Svar Nanan-Sen


Published: 07/06/2024

- 09:48

Updated: 07/06/2024

- 14:59

The Duke of Westminster is godfather to both Prince George and Prince Archie

Prince George missed his godfather's wedding today but Prince William will attend the event.

The Duke of Westminster married Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral today.


Hugh Grosvenor, the 7th Duke of Westminster, is the fourteenth richest person in Britain, according to the Sunday Times Rich List.

The duke, 33, is also the wealthiest individual in the UK under the age of 40.

Prince George and Prince William

Prince George is set to miss his godfather's wedding today but Prince William will attend the event.

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Prince William attended the event and performed the role of usher.

King Charles, Queen Camilla and Princess Catherine were all be absent from the wedding in Chester.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were invited to the wedding but it was agreed the Sussexes would not attend the event to avoid an awkward reunion with the Prince of Wales.

William is not on speaking terms with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as their royal feud continues.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were invited to the wedding but it was agreed the Sussexes would not attend the event to avoid an awkward reunion with the Prince of Wales.

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Prince Harry did not visit his brother during either of his two trips to the UK this year.

The Duke of Westminster is also the godfather to Harry and Meghan's son Prince Archie.

Hugh Grosvenor and Olivia Henson released a statement today ahead of their wedding.

A spokesperson for the couple said: "This is an incredibly special day for the Duke and Miss Henson and they are very much looking forward to the service.

Duke of Westminster

The Duke of Westminster is also the godfather to Harry and Meghan's son Prince Archie.

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"It means a lot to them to marry in Chester Cathedral, especially given the Grosvenor family’s long and close personal connection to both the Cathedral and the city of Chester.

"The couple have also been moved by the messages of support they have received from around the region and are hugely grateful that people want to share in their happiness."

The spokesperson added: "The Duke and Miss Henson have taken a great deal of care in planning the wedding, putting their own personal stamp on all the arrangements and have made a conscious effort to involve local and regional suppliers in several aspects of the day."

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