Royal Bride Shares An Intimate Moment With The Queen Leaving Guests In Awe

The British royal family is no stranger to the spotlight, but on the day of a royal wedding, the pressure comes tenfold. But even the royal family can't prepare for everything, so as the newly married Princess Eugenie walked down the aisle to greet the public, the entire church held its breath as she stopped right in front of Queen Elizabeth. Then, before the entire congregation, the princess made an unexpected gesture that let everyone know how she really felt about her grandmother.

Wedding day

On a January day in 2018, Eugenie excitedly grasped her father's arm. Her other hand held a beautiful bouquet, as if she needed another reminder that it was her wedding day. The princess thought back on everything that brought her to this heart-stopping moment.

Early years

Not many girls get to be born in literal royalty. But as the daughter of Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew, Duke of York, Eugenie was in that situation exactly. Granted, her chances of ever becoming queen were slim to none.

Working royals

She grew up just out of reach of the crown and all its fortunes. Family members considered "working royals," due to their proximity to the throne, received a generous allowance from the Privy Purse.

No throne, no problems

But as the daughter of the second son of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, Eugenie would never have access to that treasure trove. Still, she never wanted for anything. She was a perfectly happy child, though not untouched by family controversy.