Weddings are supposed to be a joyful celebration of love—but when you’re marrying into the royal family, even the dress can spark controversy.
And for Meghan Markle, her gown at her royal wedding to Prince Harry apparently raised more than a few eyebrows behind palace walls.
The Late Queen’s Disapproval Over Meghan’s Gown
According to reports, Queen Elizabeth II was quietly unsettled by Meghan’s bridal look.
Her main issue? The shade of the dress. The monarch is said to have believed it was “too white” for someone who had previously been married—a view rooted in traditional royal etiquette.
A Royal Cousin Steps In With Support
But not everyone in the family was critical.
Maddison May Brudenell, a royal cousin and great-granddaughter of Earl Mountbatten of Burma (King Charles’s beloved great-uncle), offered a supportive voice in the conversation.
Maddison, who tied the knot last November with Canadian welder Bret Kapetanov, revealed she too faced similar criticism about her own choice of an ivory dress for her second marriage.
Navigating Family Tensions and Wedding Traditions
Maddison, who previously eloped with DJ Olaoluwa Modupe-Ojo, opened up about the difficult but honest conversation she had with her mother, Edwina Hicks—who also happens to be one of Queen Elizabeth’s goddaughters.
“My mother reminded me that a second-time bride, especially in church, shouldn’t look overly ‘virginal,’” Maddison shared.
“She felt the same way the Queen reportedly did about Meghan’s dress, and she thought others in the family would agree.”
Choosing Authenticity Over Approval
Despite the generational divide, Maddison stood by her decision.
“It was a difficult time,” she admitted, “because I wanted to look ahead, not back.”
Her custom dress from Laura Green of Modern Bride was uniquely her own, symbolizing strength and healing rather than tradition.
She added, “I told my mum, if I wanted to follow that logic, I’d have to splash the dress with mud, tears, and maybe a little blood for good measure.
Thankfully, my mum came around and respected my choices.”
Liam Gallagher’s Son Goes Public With Romance
Over in Ibiza, it’s not royal tradition making headlines—it’s young love.
Gene Gallagher, son of Oasis rocker Liam Gallagher and former All Saints star Nicole Appleton, is turning heads with new girlfriend Neve Maya.
The couple looked inseparable at a beach party, with Neve sharing steamy snaps of them locking lips.
Gene’s cheeky comment on her post? “I’ve got the zoomies.”
For those out of the loop, that’s a playful term for those wild, hyper moments pets get. Basically, he’s smitten.
Nigel Havers Calls Out British Airways
Actor Nigel Havers isn’t letting poor service fly under the radar.
The 73-year-old shared his frustration with British Airways after experiencing not one, but two business class flights with zero food service.
“I thought, let’s splash out for club class—bit of peace, no fans asking for selfies.
But then the steward at Gatwick tells me, ‘No catering on board,’” he recalled. A week later? Same problem on the return flight.
Nigel tried contacting the airline, only to be met with radio silence.
“They said 28 days to respond—still waiting,” he said. Though, to their credit, he added, “The staff were lovely.”
Emilia Fox Wants To Dance, Not Dissect
Silent Witness star Emilia Fox, best known for solving grisly murders on screen, now has her sights set on glitter and the cha-cha.
The 51-year-old actress confessed she’d love to be on Strictly Come Dancing.
“I’m obsessed with reality TV,” she admitted. “I’d enjoy the rehearsals, though the idea of live shows is terrifying.
Still, I’d definitely consider it!” Over to you, BBC…
Ballet Star’s Health Scare Takes A Turn
Royal Ballet principal Lauren Cuthbertson, 41, has shared another update on her tough health journey.
After a recent meningitis diagnosis, Lauren revealed she was readmitted to hospital due to complications from a lumbar puncture.
“I couldn’t even sit or stand without getting dizzy and nauseous,” she explained.
A recent procedure is hoped to fix the issue, and fans are rallying behind her with support.
Petula Clark Gets Candid in Upcoming Memoir
Petula Clark, the legendary voice behind the classic “Downtown,” is finally telling her own story—at age 92.
Her upcoming autobiography Is That You, Petula? promises honesty, humour, and surprising details about her personal life.
In it, she’ll discuss her unconventional 63-year marriage to Claude Wolff, revealing that they lived separate lives for many years.
She’ll also lift the lid on a cheeky offer from Elvis Presley in Vegas—yep, that kind of offer—with both her and Karen Carpenter on his mind. She politely declined.
Broadway Is Tough, Says Top Director
John Rando, who brought Back to the Future: The Musical to London’s West End, says the post-Covid theatre scene in New York is a battle zone.
“Broadway became obsessed with big names—like you have to cast George Clooney to make a show work,” he said.
In contrast, he finds London’s theatre scene more accessible for creators, saying, “It’s easier financially to make new work happen in the West End.”
