Sophie, Countess of Wessex

2022 - 9 - 20

Countess of Wessex

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Funeral Guest Says Sophie, Countess of Wessex, Is 'The Glue ... (PEOPLE.com)

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, is "keeping everyone together" during Queen Elizabeth's funerary events, a guest exclusively tells PEOPLE.

The eldest child of Princess Kate and [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) is now second in line to the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth. Sophie and Prince Edward's two children, Lady Louise, 18 and [James, Viscount Severn](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-talks-homeschooling-lady-louise-james-viscount-severn/), 14, were also in attendance. "The irony was that when we were sitting in the Abbey, it felt very private. [The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/19/world/europe/queen-funeral-public-service-guests.html) reported. "It was just very beautifully done and it felt very private even though the eyes of the world were on it." "It was something that really stood out because it seemed that she really was very strong." "There were a few bishops who started crying when they saw the Queen and she was kind of comforting them, even though she is the direct family member." [ Sign up for our free Royals newsletter](https://x.specialoffers.meredith.com/ats/show.aspx?cr=588&fm=237) to get the latest updates on [Kate Middleton](https://people.com/tag/kate-middleton/), [Meghan Markle](https://people.com/tag/meghan-markle/) and more! "It felt like she was really the glue keeping everyone quite strong today." "From where I was I got the sense that... [reassuring arm](https://people.com/royals/sophie-countess-of-wessex-comforts-prince-george-following-queens-service/) around [Prince George](https://people.com/tag/prince-george/), 9. [Prince Edward](https://people.com/tag/prince-edward/), was warmly there for everyone around her, including [Kate Middleton](https://people.com/tag/kate-middleton/).

Sophie Countess of Wessex Wipes Tears, Passes Handkerchief At ... (Access Hollywood)

Sophie Countess of Wessex, who is married to Queen Elizabeth's youngest son, Prince Edward, couldn't hold back her emotion on Monday at Westminster Abbey.

Sophie Countess Of Wessex Pays Her Final Respects To Her Majesty (Glamour UK)

Sophie Countess of Wessex, who was regularly described as the Queen's 'confidante' attended Her Majesty's funeral at Westminster Abbey.

[The Princess of Wales attends Queen Elizabeth's funeral with children Prince George and Princess Charlotte](/article/kate-middleton-queens-funeral) Her Majesty admired Sophie's quiet sense of duty, her strong work ethic and the way she balanced her public and family lives, and they also shared many of the same interests. "The Queen's decision to pass on these patronages reflects the closeness of their bond. She shared a particularly close bond with the Their bond was tightened three years later when Sophie's mother died. [Meghan Markle](https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/topic/meghan-markle), while her husband, Earl of Wessex Prince Edward attended the ceremony with his brother King Charles III, Prince Andrew, sister Princess Anne and nephews, the [Prince of Wales](https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/topic/prince-william) and the [Duke of Sussex](https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/topic/prince-harry).

Countess of Wessex praised for keeping her family 'strong' (Black Hills Pioneer)

The 57-year-old royal attended the state funeral at Westminster Abbey on Monday (09.19.22), and lawyer Pranav Bhanot thinks she offered comfort to some of her ...

Sophie Wessex arrives at the Queen's funeral in the most unique ... (HELLO!)

Sophie the Countess of Wessex arrived at Westminster Abbey on Monday looking striking in a black floral coat dress to attend the state funeral of her late ...

[Countess of Wessex](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/sophie-wessex/) had shared a special bond with the late Queen Elizabeth II ever since she married Prince Edward in 1999. The two women were often photographed thoroughly enjoying their time spent together. Her statement coat was complemented by a floral fascinator that boasted tight coils of black petals. She offered a beautiful display of complete unity by complementing the outfits of her fellow royal ladies, including The countess donned a pair of silver earrings which completed her striking look. [Princess Kate](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/kate-middleton/), [Princess Eugenie](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-eugenie/) and [Zara Tindall](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/zara-tindall/), who were also in attendance.

Sophie, Countess of Wessex's funeral dress is stitched with hidden ... (Evening Standard)

Designer Suzannah Crabb tells us of Sophie's secret mark of respect to the monarch she called 'Mama'

“They are intertwined with inspiration of the flowers from within Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet.” [ her closeness to the late Queen](https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/royals/sophie-countess-of-wessex-royal-family-queen-b1025594.html). It made for a charming and personal touch on the sombre day.

Sophie Wessex wears embroidered floral dress and hat to pay ... (Daily Express)

Sophie, Countess of Wessex arrived Westminster Abbey this morning in a beautiful embroidered dress to pay her respects to Queen Elizabeth II.

The two women travelled in a car together to the doors of Westminster Abbey, where the state funeral began at 11am. Sophie accessorised her outfit with a silver brooch and a pair of silver earrings. The Countess’ references to the natural world may be a subtle nod to the Queen as she loved nature – the late monarch was happiest with her horses and dogs in the countryside.