Prince Philip will attend the royal wedding on Saturday, it has been confirmed.
There had been speculation over whether The Duke of Edinburgh, 96, would attend his grandson Prince Harry’s wedding to Meghan Markle, given he underwent hip surgery last month.
The duke, who retired from royal duties last year, was admitted to hospital in London in April to have a hip replacement.
But Buckingham Palace has confirmed he WILL be in attendance tomorrow alongside his wife, The Queen.
Meanwhile, Prince Charles has been confirmed to walk Meghan down the aisle.
Kensington Palace has announced The Prince of Wales will do the honour after Meghan’s own father, Thomas, pulled out of attending the royal wedding due to poor health.
Meghan will marry Charles’ son Prince Harry on Saturday.
A statement read: “Ms Meghan Markle has asked His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to accompany her down the aisle of the Quire at St George’s Chapel on her Wedding Day.
“The Prince of Wales is pleased to be able to welcome Ms Markle to the Royal Family in this way.”
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It ends speculation that Meghan’s mum, Doria Ragland, could walk her down the aisle in place of her father.
Doria, who arrived in the UK from LA earlier this week, will accompany Meghan in the car from their hotel to Windsor Castle.
Meghan, 36, will tie the knot with Prince Harry, 33, at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle at noon this Saturday.
An update on the #RoyalWedding: pic.twitter.com/wfJ6ZFyzHi
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 18, 2018
Kensington Palace had previously said Meghan’s dad would walk her down the aisle.
But Meghan confirmed yesterday that Thomas, 73, would be unable to attend the royal wedding after undergoing heart surgery.
The former actress said: “Sadly my father will not be attending our wedding. I have always cared for my father and hope he can be given the space he needs to focus on his health.
“I would like to thank everyone who has offered generous messages of support.”
Meghan added: “Please know how much Harry and I look forward to sharing our special day with you on Saturday.”
Thomas, who lives in Mexico, is recovering after a heart procedure on Wednesday.
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