Members of the royal family took part in the show as team captains dressed in medieval-themed costumes.
Edward was, of course, also a participant.
The TV special showed the usually regal family in a not-so-sophisticated light, which evidently went against royal protocol.
It also didn’t help that Edward left a presser in a huff after receiving unfavorable reviews.
As a result, he founded a production company called Ardent in the ’90s.
But by 2001, the company was in hot water.
“I want to go there and be an ordinary student.
I mean, I’m only going to university.
It’s not like I’m getting married though that’s what it feels like sometimes.”
Edward exited his role as Ardent’s managing director months later.
She was also seen in a leopard print hat atKing Charles III and Queen Camilla’s civil ceremonyin 2005.
Of course, Sophie also wore a headpiece when she got hitched.
And a special headpiece at that.
She’s worn the one-of-a-kind tiara to a number of events since.
By all accounts, these were not some acts of rebellion or desire to disrespect the palace.
DC Jewellery founder Daniel O’Farrell spoke toExpressabout why Edward’s wedding was so intentionally unconventional.
“Hence, we made the decision not to use HRH titles.
Prince Edward’s career path was unusual for a royal
Most royals prioritize their duties.
Rarely do they attempt to take on careers that commoners typically pursue.
The following decade, Edward pivoted to the television production world with his own company.
According toThe Guardian, Ardent was never profitable.
A competitor told the outlet, “They’re a sad joke in the industry, really.
There have been very small examples of vanity TV companies before, but not on this scale.”
In 2002, Edward left the company to go all-in on royal duties.
Two decades later, he became a patron of The Production Guild of Great Britain.
Some viewers speculated that Edward did not sing along with the lyrics due to some secret feud with Charles.
Body language expert Judi James spoke toExpressabout her interpretation of the prince’s silence during the national anthem performance.
“He is clearly adopting a pose of standing to attention while the anthem is sung.
He declined the offer and settled on the title of Earl of Wessex instead.
Supposedly, Edward’s wish to go with a different title was inspired by a movie.
“He liked the sound of it and asked the Queen if he could have that instead.”
Of course, Edward is now the Duke of Edinburgh, but that did not come about until 2023.
King Charles III granted his brother the title following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing.
“The title will be held by Prince Edward for His Royal Highness’s lifetime.”
The title was last held by Prince Philip.
