Rumors are swirling around the royal circles as reports emerge suggesting that the Sussexes have gracefully bowed out of attending an extravagant wedding set to take place at Chester Cathedral on June 7.
The spotlight will be on 33-year-old Hugh Grosvenor, who is all set to tie the knot with the soon-to-be Duchess, Olivia Henson.
Anticipation is high, with many speculating that this event could easily claim the title of the wedding of the year.
A grand affair is in the making, with over 400 distinguished guests expected to grace the occasion.
Notably, the Duke of Westminster shares a close bond with both the Duke and the Prince of Wales, adding an extra layer of significance to the ceremony.
In a surprising turn of events, the Duke of Westminster is even slated to serve as the groom’s usher, underscoring the depth of their friendship.
Despite the longstanding camaraderie between the Duke and the Duke of Westminster, it has been revealed that the former will be absent from the festivities.
Instead, he has chosen to remain in the United States to attend his son’s godfather’s wedding.
Initially declining the wedding invitation, it has now come to light through reliable sources that the Prince made the decision to step back from attending to allow his brother to take center stage on the special day.
In a display of diplomacy and mutual understanding, it is reported that the Duke and the Duke of Westminster were able to reach a civilized agreement during a phone conversation.
The distance between them, with the Duke hailing from California, underscores the effort put into ensuring an amicable resolution.
Despite being invited, the Duke ultimately opted to respectfully decline the invitation, paving the way for the Prince of Wales to assume the role of usher during the ceremony.
Notably, the Duke’s recent visits to the U.K. did not include meeting his brother, the Prince of Wales, indicating a potential strain in their relationship.
The involvement of Prince George, the Duke’s godson, in the upcoming wedding remains uncertain, given the clash with a school day.
Furthermore, uncertainties loom over the attendance of King and Queen Camilla, with the Princess of Wales, currently undergoing cancer treatment, unlikely to make an appearance.
Hugh Grosvenor, deeply intertwined with the royal family as the godson of the King, expressed his sentiments regarding the impending nuptials in an interview with the Chester Standard.