The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Festivities Continue Friday: See the Royal Family at the Thanksgiving Service

Though the Queen herself did not participate in Friday's main event after experiencing "discomfort" the day prior, her family turned out in royal style at St. Paul's Cathedral

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arriving for the National Service of Thanksgiving
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They're back! On Friday, the royal family kicked off day two of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations with a Thanksgiving Service at St. Paul's Cathedral. Though the Queen herself did not attend after experiencing "discomfort" following Thursday's Trooping the Colour, her loved ones turned out in full force, including Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, making their much-anticipated return to London and royal events.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive for a service of thanksgiving
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The couple held hands while arriving to the cathedral, Meghan in head-to-toe Dior Haute Couture, Harry in a black morning suit with his military medals.

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Meghan opted for a belted coat dress with a dramatic collar and a matching wide-brimmed hat and pumps, carrying coordinating gloves.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
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The pair waved to the crowds waiting outside the cathedral.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
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Meghan and Harry greeted the clergy, as did many other members of the family upon arrival.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge arrive for the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Kate Middleton arrived in a pale yellow ensemble paired with a matching hat. She accessorized with the Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings, a pair straight from Queen Elizabeth's jewelry box that she has borrowed before.

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The Duchess of Cambridge arrives for the National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral
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She also gave a hello to the cameras and crowds.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambrudge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge arrive for the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Prince William escorted Kate into the service; like Harry, he dressed in a morning suit adorned with military medals.

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Prince William and his wife Kate the Duchess of Cambridge arrive for a service of thanksgiving
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And they made their stop with the clergy, too.

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Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, arrives to the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Prince Charles was snapped arriving by car.

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Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall arrive at St Paul's Cathedral
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He escorted Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall — also in a muted neutral shade — into the service.

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Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall attend the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Many more members of the royal family were present for Friday's service (as opposed to Thursday's more limited event), including Princess Anne's daughter Zara Phillips and her husband, Mike Tindall.

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The Earl and Countess of Wessex and their two children, Lady Louise Windsor and James Viscount Severn, arriving for the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Also on hand: Prince Edward, his wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex and their children, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn.

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Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, arriving for the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Princess Beatrice and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi arrived in style, too.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
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Once inside, Harry and Meghan held hands while walking down the aisle.

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the National Service of Thanksgiving
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They greeted Beatrice and her sister Princess Eugenie, who were seated behind Prince Edward. Their father, Prince Andrew, tested positive for COVID-19 days prior; he was expected to attend many of the Jubilee events despite ongoing controversy surrounding his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Charles, Prince of Wales attend the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Kate and William led Charles and Camilla down the aisle; the younger pair was seated opposite Harry and Meghan though did not make eye contact with them when entering the cathedral. The service marked the first time that the Cambridges and Sussexes have been seen together as a foursome since Commonwealth Day in March 2020, which was Harry and Meghan's final royal appearance before they stepped back from their roles as senior working royals.

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The Princess Royal, the Duchess of Cambridge, and the Duke of Cambridge during the National Service of Thanksgiving
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The service included bible readings, prayers and congregational hymns to recognize and give thanks for the Queen's reign, faith and lifetime of service, according to Buckingham Palace. Princess Anne was seated next to Kate and William.

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Jack Brooksbank, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Lady Sarah Chatto, and (front, left to right) James, Viscount Severn, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester and the Duke of Kent during the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Meghan and Harry smiled as the service continued.

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The Duke of Sussex attending for the National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral
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And admired the cathedral's gorgeous design.

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the Duchess of Cambridge, the Duke of Cambridge, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Prince of Wales during the National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral
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Charles and Camilla were front and center for the event.

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The Earl and Countess of Wessex, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn, during the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Edward and Sophie sported smiles.

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Princess Eugenie, Jack Brooksbank and the Duke of Sussex during the National Service of Thanksgiving
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As did Eugenie's husband, Jack Brooksbank, seated next to Harry.

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Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee 2022 - National Service Of Thanksgiving
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St. Paul's Cathedral — with its famous dome — is where William and Harry's parents, Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana, married in 1981.

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Peter Phillips, the Duchess of Sussex, the Duke of Sussex and Zara Tindall leave the National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral
Peter Phillips, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and Zara Tindall at St. Paul's Cathedral on June 3. PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo

After the service, Meghan and Harry caught up with Harry's cousins, Peter and Zara Phillips.

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Princess Beatrice of York, and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi attend The Service of Thanksgiving
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And Princess Beatrice once again greeted the growing crowds.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, (L) and Britain's Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, leave at the end of the National Service of Thanksgiving
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Will and Kate looked every bit the future king and queen while leaving the service.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge talk with Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall after arriving at St Paul's cathedral
Prince Charles greets Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge at the service of thanksgiving on June 3. Richard Pohle - WPA Pool/Getty Images

And inside, Kate and Charles shared a moment before departing.

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