Meghan Markle keeps her royal momentum going by stepping out with the Queen for their first excursion, during which she gushed about Prince Harry.
Meghan Markle captured the world’s attention in the weeks leading up to her wedding. And although the spotlight shone brightest when the American actress tied the knot with Prince Harry to become the Duchess of Sussex, Markle continues to garner attention.
On Wednesday evening, Meghan joined Queen Elizabeth II to participate in her first official royal events without Prince Harry. Markle’s and the Queen’s expedition began with a trip north on the royal train. The newest member of the royal family and one of the most revered headed to Cheshire in what we predict was the first of many girls’ trips.
Twitter celebrated the charming duo by posting photos of Meghan and the Queen that showed just how much fun they’re having together. Adorable!
Meghan Markle and the Queen 😍 pic.twitter.com/GMs63jc43N
— Em Sheldon (@emshelx) June 14, 2018
Queen Elizabeth gives Meghan Markle royal etiquette lessons
Meghan and Queen Elizabeth continued their trip on Thursday, formally opening a new toll bridge over the River Mersey. When the 36-year-old former Suits star and 92-year-old monarch arrived, David Briggs, the Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, and excited schoolkids greeted the duo.
The Queen marked the bridge’s opening with a plaque, and her visit there with Meghan included introductions to community leaders such as planners and architects. Local schoolkids performed as well.
Markle’s and her grandmother-in-law’s schedule also included a visit to Storyhouse, a new library, theater and cinema.
CHESTER, ENGLAND – JUNE 14: Queen Elizabeth II and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex visit the Storyhouse to Chester Town Hall on June 14, 2018 in Chester, England. Meghan Markle married Prince Harry last month to become The Duchess of Sussex and this is her first engagement with the Queen. During the visit the pair will open a road bridge in Widnes and visit The Storyhouse and Town Hall in Chester. (Photo by Phil Noble – WPA Pool/Getty Images)
The new best friends will enjoy a dance company’s performance, with the company composed of individuals who are recovering from addiction. The pair also will be lunching at Chester Town Hall. All of these activities are viewed as opportunities for Meghan to learn from the Queen how to conduct herself in true royal fashion.
Meghan Markle receives earrings from Queen, gushes about Harry
You know how when you have a best friend, you want to give them gifts that have special meaning? Queen Elizabeth showed her affection for her newest granddaughter-in-law by giving her a pair of pearl and diamond drop earrings that look just like her own royal jewels.
CHESTER, ENGLAND – JUNE 14: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex meets members of public as she and Queen Elizabeth II walk from Storyhouse to Chester Town Hall on June 14, 2018 in Chester, England. Meghan Markle married Prince Harry last month to become The Duchess of Sussex and this is her first engagement with the Queen. During the visit the pair will open a road bridge in Widnes and visit The Storyhouse and Town Hall in Chester. (Photo by Eddie Mulholland/WPA Pool/Getty Images)
While this trip consisted only of the Queen and Meghan, Markle made it clear that Prince Harry was always in her thoughts. The actress gushed about her new husband during her royal visit to Cheshire. Fans were delighted when Meghan stopped to talk with them, and she responded to one who asked her about married life.
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“Wonderful,” said Markle of life with Prince Harry, describing him as the “best husband.” Meghan also expressed her happiness at the opportunity to visit Northern England for the first time, expressing her appreciation to local leaders as she said that she was “very happy” to talk with them and her fans.