Kate Middleton looked every inch the princess as she walked up the aisle of Westminster Abbey to marry Prince William, but a lip reader has explained she was feeling nervous
10:17 ET, 17 Jun 2025Updated 10:18 ET, 17 Jun 2025
The couple’s marriage was an historic national event
As Kate Middleton gracefully made her way down the aisle towards Prince William, the future king uttered three poignant words to her on the most important day of their lives.
Accompanied by her supportive father, Michael, the now Princess of Wales appeared joyful yet slightly anxious as she entered Westminster Abbey, surrounded by loved ones and celebrity guests.
Despite the global attention, many elements of her wedding day mirrored those of a traditional ceremony, including reassuring words from her proud father. and the words of her soon-to-be husband, as confirmed by a lip reader. Inside, Prince William and his best man, Prince Harry, stood by the altar. Harry glanced back at Kate approaching and whispered to William: “Right, here she is now.”
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rince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge journey by carriage procession to Buckingham Palace (Image: Getty Images Europe)
Kate was the epitome of royalty in her exquisite Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen dress as she proceeded down the aisle. William couldn’t hide his delight upon seeing his bride, telling her: “You look lovely. You look beautiful.”
Beforehand, as they left the hotel for the Abbey, Michael inquired if Kate was feeling alright, followed by Pippa’s compliment: “You look amazing” as reported by the Mirror.
Upon reaching the Abbey’s entrance, they paused, and Michael checked on Kate once more, to which she responded affirmatively, as reported by CBS News.
They were welcomed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, who officiated the wedding, and exchanged brief pleasantries. Kate remarked: “Yes I suppose so … I expect I’ll be worn out today. Thank you.”
Prince William speaks to his bride Catherine Middleton as she holds the hand of her father Michael Middleton(Image: Getty Images Europe)
Yet, ever composed, the future king managed to slip in a lighthearted jest with Michael. He declared: “We’re supposed to have just a small family affair.”
The ceremony proceeded flawlessly, and the crowd looked on with joy as the pair sealed their vows with their first kiss as husband and wife. Subsequently, they embarked on a carriage procession through the locale, acknowledging the well-wishers who had lingered for hours to steal a glimpse of the newlyweds.
Amidst the ride, William expressed his disbelief: “I hope I remember… It’s mad, it’s mad! Oh my goodness it … really loudly here.”
In a sweet moment, Kate observed to William: “You look happy.” Following the ceremony at Westminster Abbey, other members of the Royal Family exchanged their impressions.
As Prince Charles’s elder son wedded his college love, the gathering of Royals, including The Queen, Prince Philip, and Prince William watched on proudly.
The Sovereign appeared delighted as she watched Kate make her way down the aisle, maintaining an air of contentment and ease throughout the ceremony.
Once the proceedings concluded and the couple was formally married, The Queen shared her sentiments with her spouse. An expert discerns that The Queen remarked: “It was excellent”. To which Philip queried: “Yes?”.
But while standing outside Westminster Abbey, The Queen divulged a slight reservation to her husband. She mentioned: “I wanted them to take the smaller carriage.” Nonetheless, Camilla interjected optimistically, commenting: “It all went very well.”