Prince Charles Walks Meghan Markle Down the Aisle as Emotional Doria Ragland Watches On

The world watched in awe as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.

While the newlyweds were the stars of the show, all eyes were also on the bride's mother, Doria Ragland.

Ragland arrived in a separate car from her daughter a couple of minutes before the ceremony began, and she was seen shedding some quiet tears as she waited with the royal family and other guests inside the church.

Ragland's emotional state was understandable, given the circumstances leading up to the wedding.

Markle's father, Thomas Markle, was unable to attend the wedding after suffering a heart attack earlier in the week.

Many speculated that Ragland would take his place and walk Markle down the aisle.

However, just yesterday, Kensington Palace announced that Prince Charles would walk Markle down the aisle before presenting her to his son, Prince Harry.

Before the ceremony, Ragland was seen with Markle after they left in the same car together from the Clevedon House Hotel.

Ragland later arrived in a separate car by herself while Markle arrived with two of the Page boys in her wedding party.

Upon arrival, Ragland was greeted by the Dean of Windsor shortly before the Queen arrived with Prince Philip.

She was seated on the left side of the church, opposite from the Queen and the rest of the royal family.

Throughout the ceremony, Ragland was seen trying to hold back tears, particularly while Markle and Prince Harry exchanged vows.