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Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
A run-in with the Queen's assistant & 3 key words on the day – Meghan & Harry's wedding snapper spills ALL the secrets
Plus, how nannies bribed the royal kids to behave AISLE SAY A run-in with the Queen's assistant & 3 key words on the day – Meghan & Harry's wedding snapper spills ALL the secrets MEGHAN Markle and Prince Harry's wedding photographer has been opening up about behind-the-scenes secrets from the big day. In a video, Alexi Lubomirski revealed the comical message he was given from the Queen's assistant when he asked for more time. Advertisement 6 Alexi Lubomirski was the official photographer at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding and has been sharing secrets about the day Credit: Tiktok/@ 6 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex tied the knot on May 19, 2018 in Windsor Credit: Getty 6 Alexi snapped this official portrait - and shared a story about how he kept the Queen waiting Credit: PA The royal photographer shared how he only had a limited time to do the family wedding portraits and 'nothing was ready' when the late Queen arrived. He shared: 'I look over my shoulder, and then—there's the Queen and Prince Philip standing in the middle of the room. 'Nothing is ready. No family members are in their place. 'And all of a sudden, me and Harry just looked at each other, and we went in opposite directions, trying to get as many people as possible into their chairs. Advertisement 'Now, as we're all running around, I see the Queen standing there, and I say to her assistant, 'Could you just go and tell Her Majesty that we're gonna be just five minutes?' 'And she looked at me and said, 'No.'' Alexi explained how he had to walk up to the Queen and say: 'I'm terribly sorry, Your Majesty. We're gonna be about five minutes.' Queen Elizabeth II, who was known for giving witty replies, is said to have responded. Advertisement Alexi continued: 'She looked at me and said, 'It's not me you need to worry about.' 'And I said, 'Oh. Okay. Oh.'' Meghan Markle reveals the reason why she always refers to Prince Harry as 'H' The Duke and Duchess of Sussex tied the knot at St George's Chapel in Windsor - watched by millions - on May 19, 2018, and just celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary. Alexi also revealed what it was like working with the likes of Princess Charlotte, then aged three, who was a bridesmaid, and Prince George, then-four, who was pageboy at the wedding. Advertisement Royal bribing The photographer revealed the clever way the nannies bribed the group of kids so they would behave during the wedding proceedings. He shared: 'I heard the kids - the page boys and the bridesmaids. 'And these were young children, and of course they were getting bored and misbehaving. 'And one of the nannies said to them, 'If you're good, you're gonna get Smarties.' 'And Smarties, in case you don't know, are like M&M's. Advertisement 'And for some reason, that stuck in my head.' 6 The royal kids were bribed with smarties to keep them quiet Credit: Yui Mok / Press Association 6 During the portraits Alexi asked if any kids liked smarties to make them smile Credit: Handout - Getty He later remembered the key detail during the wedding portraits - and it made for a sweet moment. Advertisement Alexi explained: 'At one point, none of the kids were looking at me. 'They're all running around. 'And I could see the Queen shuffling in her seat. 'So I suddenly shouted, 'Who likes Smarties?'—remembering what the nanny had said before. Advertisement 'And all of the kids looked at me. 'And Harry suddenly said, 'Me,' which makes you smile, and all—everybody laughed and smiled, and the kids were like, 'Me!' 'So I took the picture. Snap, snap, snap!' Wedding pressure 6 Alexi also did Meghan and Harry's engagement photos Credit: Tiktok/@ Advertisement Alexi, who had been hired to take Meghan and Harry's engagement photos, shared how it had been 'scary to say the least' to be asked to do the wedding photography. He added: 'So for two months before the wedding, I would constantly get messages on Instagram saying, 'Don't screw it up. This is a historical document. Don't mess it up.' 'So, there was a lot of pressure.' Speaking of the day, he shared how incredible it was to be part of such a historic event. Advertisement Alexi added: 'You think, wow, s***—I'm at a royal wedding. This is kind of a historical moment. This is interesting to be at. 'And then your other part of the brain is going, s***—I've got to take maybe the most important pictures of my career, in about half an hour now.' MEGHAN MARKLE'S STUNNING GIVENCHY WEDDING DRESS Meghan Markle stunned onlookers as she arrived at St George's Chapel in Windsor, ahead of her nuptials to Prince Harry, in a stunning bespoke gown by Givenchy, created by British designer Clare Waight Keller. The former Suits actress chose to work with Clare Waight Keller 'for her timeless and elegant aesthetic, impeccable tailoring, and relaxed demeanour'. Meghan wanted to 'highlight the success of a leading British talent who has now served as the creative head of three globally influential fashion houses – Pringle of Scotland, Chloé, and now Givenchy'. Meghan and Clare worked closely together on the design, which featured a graphic open bateau neckline that gracefully frames the shoulders and emphasises Meghan's slender waist. Alexi Lubomirski is a fashion photographer who was born in England to a Peruvian/English mum and Polish/French dad. Alexi has worked with Beyoncé, Charlize Theron, Gwyneth Paltrow, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek, Katy Perry, Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts, Nicole Kidman and Scarlett Johansson. Advertisement He studied photography at degree level at Brighton University. After graduation he worked as Mario Testino's assistant for four years, and later went on to work with Katie Grand on the now defunct culture title The Face. Since then his work has appeared in Harper's Bazaar US, Harper's Bazaar UK, Vogue Mexico, Vogue Germany, Vogue Russia, Vogue Spain, Vogue Korea, Vogue China, Vogue Nippon, Men's Vogue China, Numero Tokyo, W Korea, GQ USA and Allure. He has also had books published of his work, and currently lives in New York with his wife and their two sons.
Scottish Sun
07-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Lidl is launching incredibly lifelike £17 buy that instantly transforms your home into a Mediterranean haven
Scroll for some hot picks for your home AISLE OF PARADISE Lidl is launching incredibly lifelike £17 buy that instantly transforms your home into a Mediterranean haven Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SHOPPERS are running to Lidl to snap up a lifelike £17 plant that will give homes a major Mediterranean boost. So if you're looking to give your indoor space a cheap spruce up in time for summer, you've come to the right place. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Lidl is offering a new item that will make your home decor pop Credit: Getty 3 The bargain retailer is selling a Olive Tree for £16.99 Credit: Lidl 3 Lidl is selling a range of lifelike garden buys Credit: Getty The supermarket is scanning an eye-catching olive tree for just £16.99. The potted item stands up at between 95 and 105cm. Bargain hunters are also sure to be hooked in by the supermarket's stunning Mediterranean Citrus Plants. There are two options of the Citrus Plants to choose from, one of which will add colour and style to your space in an instant. They will be priced at just £9.99, which we think is a real steal. Not only do they look great, but they are sure to bring a sense of the Mediterranean into your garden too, leaving your eagle-eyed neighbours open-mouthed. So if you can't afford to jet abroad this summer, and want to transform your garden whilst staying on a budget, then this is just the thing for you. In addition to the Mediterranean Citrus Plants, those green-fingered shoppers will also be overjoyed to see a large selection of bright bulbs. DO OLIVE TREES GROW WELL IN THE UK? Yes, olive trees can grow well in the UK, but they need some care. Sunlight and shelter Olive trees do best in a sunny, sheltered location. They can tolerate intense sunlight and drought. However, they can struggle in extreme cold and high winds. Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Watering Water potted olive trees regularly from mid-March to late October. Water until water comes out of the bottom of the pot. In hot, dry weather, you may need to water more. Reduce watering for younger trees, and stop watering established trees in the winter. Drainage Ensure your tree has adequate drainage. Pruning Prune the tree back each year to encourage good leaf growth. Winter care Wrap your tree over winter to keep the harsh wind out. Give your tree some extra protection if there are intense cold snaps forecast. Fruiting Olive trees need at least three months a year of cold weather to flower and fruit. Temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, along with a fluctuation in night and daytime temperatures initiate the fruiting process. BEST GARDEN BUYS Olive trees aren't the only way you can spruce up your garden - there are a range of "Plant picks" available from Lidl from tomorrow. You can get hold of a Fig Tree for £14.99 or £11.99 if you're shopping in-store. To add a little pizazz to your dinner table, a Large Mixed Bouquet of flowers is on offer for just £5.99. If Lidl isn't your local and the little ones need entertaining, parents can pick up a Bayswood Insect House for £8 from Tesco. The adorable bug house has different-sized holes to appeal to different insects and act as the perfect place for garden critters. The little lamps light up when the sun sets and come in a pack of three. For those who want to "bring a touch of whimsy to their garden," Sainsbury's is selling a Metal Mushroom stake Light for a fiver.
