Sophie Winkleman’s Unconventional Royal Wedding

Sophie Winkleman, the 43-year-old Peep Show actor, revealed that she hardly knew anyone at her royal wedding. Marrying King’s second cousin, Lord Frederick Windsor, she confessed to Tatler that her mother-in-law, Princess Michael of Kent, took full charge of the event, leaving Winkleman with mostly unfamiliar faces.

Winkleman, known for her role as “Big Suze” in Peep Show, shared her reluctance to be a bridezilla, avoiding wedding planning altogether. Reflecting on the ceremony, she admitted she should have been more involved, recalling her main focus being an apology to her husband for her hair.

The couple’s serendipitous meeting on New Year’s Eve in Soho, where Windsor recognized Winkleman from Peep Show, marked the beginning of their love story. Despite Windsor being 53rd in line for the throne, Winkleman described the royal family as “fun, clever, kind people.”

The actor also highlighted the royal family’s support during challenging times, including assistance after a car accident in 2017. Prince Charles, then known as The King, provided “lifesaving” meals through his cook, and Queen Elizabeth II allowed Winkleman to use her Buckingham Palace pool for recovery.

Living a relatively ordinary life in London with their two daughters, Winkleman and Windsor balance royal connections with everyday routines. Windsor works at JP Morgan Chase, emphasizing their commitment to a down-to-earth lifestyle despite their regal ties.