Tindall: Royal Family was ‘so welcoming’
Mike Tindall, the former England rugby captain who married into the Royal Family, has said he was welcomed with open arms and that Meghan Markle should just try to enjoy her wedding day.
Speaking on Good Morning Britain, the former England centre, who married the Queen’s granddaughter Zara Tindall in 2011, said of Ms Markle: “I think she’ll be nervous, but coming from her background in TV she’s used to the public spotlight.
“Not quite as much probably as has gone on this week, but she’ll be fine and I think she’s experienced enough to know that all she can do is enjoy the day.
“And it’s a special day for them both, and as long as they get a quiet moment during the day and actually have enjoyed the day that’s what I wish for them, and hopefully they’ll live happily ever after.”
Ms Markle’s mother, Doria Ragland, is set to meet the Queen today ahead of the wedding and Mr Tindall said he remembers the drinks reception with the royals the night before his wedding.
He said: “We had a drinks event the night before and they are professional meeters and greeters, and I remember my family were in a corner and a little bit out of their comfort zone.
“But the best thing about the Royal Family is that they’ll spot the people who are looking a little bit nervous and go straight over and take away all of that tension straight out of the room, and that’s what they are amazing at.”