As one expert noted, the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011 meant the beginning of a new era.
The Prince and Prince of Wales, who are celebrating 15 years of marriage today, gave a ray of hope to the people of Britain with their wedding festivities.
Royal commentator Richard Palmer recalls, “It was the most perfect, wonderful day, a real showcase of the best of Britain.”
He tells the Mirror: “Many people really felt like they knew William and Kate as individuals, and while the popularity of the royal family fluctuated throughout Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, the marriage between William and Kate really ushered in a new era for the monarchy, and showcased the family at its best.
“There was so much interest in the royals at the time of their engagement, and it was the moment people wanted to see. They were a young and glamorous couple, and I think William being Princess Diana’s son also added to the emotion of the day for many people.”
Meanwhile, royal expert Katie Nicholls says: “It was an absolutely momentous day.”
“We had a beautiful young lady marrying a prince she met at university and fell in love with, and it felt like the whole country was invested in this fairy-tale royal romance. The whole day was beautiful. Her dress, the ceremony, the carriage procession from the Abbey to Buckingham Palace… it was full of magical moments.”
