Royal news incoming! Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's daughter Lilibet Diana was christened in Los Angeles—news the Sussexes' rep confirmed in the following statement to People:
"I can confirm that Princess Lilibet Diana was christened on Friday, March 3 by the Archbishop of Los Angeles, the Rev John Taylor."
EXCITING! And while we're here, a couple details to go over...
The christening took place at Meghan and Harry's home in Montecito, California, and a source tells People that King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Kate Middleton were all invited. However, they were not in attendance.
About 20-30 guests were at the event, though, including Doria Ragland, Tyler Perry (who's Lilibet's godfather), and a godmother whose name has yet to be revealed. Oh, and apparently Tyler Perry pulled out all the stops for Lili's big day, flying in a 10-person Gospel choir that sang "Oh Happy Day" and "This Little Light of Mine" at the event.
Meanwhile, it appears as though Lilibet's "Princess" title has officially been confirmed via this statement. To be clear, while she and Archie were eligible for Prince/Princess titles the moment Charles became King, there was speculation about whether or not they'd be granted them.
According to The Times back in September, Charles hadn't "decided” whether or not to allow Archie and Lilibet to use their new titles, which was “heightening tensions” with Meghan and Harry, who feared "the King may strip Archie and Lilibet of their titles” because he hadn't recognized their elevated status as of yet.
The Times also reported that Harry had a “brief discussion” with his father after the Queen’s death, when Charles asked if Harry wanted to have his kids to use HRH (His/Her Royal Highness). Harry allegedly said that he wanted Archie and Lilibet to decide for themselves when they’re older, but said they should be “allowed to retain their titles now.”
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This article originally appeared on Cosmopolitan.com. Minor edits have been made by the Cosmo.ph editors.
