A new member of the royal family is being celebrated as a valuable addition to the Princess of Wales’ circle. Harriet Sperling is preparing to wed Peter Phillips next weekend, and she shares many similarities with Kate Middleton.
The upcoming wedding of the happy couple is scheduled to take place in Kemble, Gloucestershire, on Saturday, June 6. The ceremony will be held at All Saints Church, with prominent royal family members expected to attend, including Peter’s mother Princess Anne, his uncle King Charles, and his cousin Prince William. Peter Phillips, aged 48, is the son of Anne and her former husband Captain Mark Phillips, and the brother of Zara Tindall.
Residing near his mother’s Gatcombe Park estate in Minchinhampton, Mr. Phillips finalized his divorce from his first wife, Autumn, in 2020 after 12 years of marriage. They share custody of their two children, Savannah, aged 15, and Isla, aged 14. Mr. Phillips announced his engagement to Harriet Sperling, whom he started dating in 2024, in August of the previous year.
Harriet, who is only a year older than Kate at 45, works as an NHS nurse and shares a passion for fashion, often seen donning brands like Self Portrait and Beulah. Notably, she sparked a surge in demand for a Dilli Grey dress after being spotted wearing it recently.
Reports suggest that Harriet and Kate have common interests, particularly in supporting childhood development. Harriet, a pediatric specialist nurse, is dedicated to early brain development in infants and ensuring children’s well-being. She was part of a team that played a crucial role in saving the life of a critically ill baby named Phineas when he was just three weeks old.
In the current royal landscape, female allies of Kate’s age are limited following the passing of the late Queen, Meghan Markle’s exit from royal duties, and the spotlight on Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice amidst their father’s controversies. Harriet stands out as a talented writer who openly shares details about her Christian faith and experiences as a single mother.
The engagement of Harriet and Peter Phillips was publicly announced in August of the previous year, with both families expressing joy over the news. The guest list for the wedding is anticipated to include Queen Camilla, Prince Edward, Sophie, Princess Anne, Captain Mark Phillips, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, Zara and Mike Tindall, and their children. Peter’s daughters from his previous marriage, Savannah and Isla, along with Harriet’s daughter, Georgina, will also participate in the ceremony.
While it remains uncertain if William and Kate’s children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, will attend the wedding, Sarah Ferguson, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle are not expected to be present on the day.
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