Harry and Meghan break protocol by holding hands at funeral

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex seemed to comfort each other after they sat in the second row for the sorrowful ceremony in Westminster Abbey.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appeared to hold hands after the Queen’s emotional funeral service.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex seemed to comfort each other after they sat in the second row for the sorrowful ceremony in Westminster Abbey, The Sun reported.

The couple sat behind King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla at the Queen’s emotional funeral.

Harry and Meghan appeared to hold hands as they left the Abbey together (Photo by Frank Augstein / POOL / AFP)

Meghan donned a black hat with a dress and cape while Harry was wearing a suit for today’s funeral after being stripped of his royal military titles.

After the ceremony, Harry appeared to grab Meghan’s hand as they followed William and Kate out of the Abbey.

Earlier this morning the couple drove separately to the service.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were driven in a Range Rover from Wellington Arch, down Constitution Hill and on The Mall towards St James’ Palace.

Four vehicles with flags were seen driving ahead of Harry’s car.

The pair looked emotional as they left the funeral service. (Photo by Nariman El-Mofty - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Prince William was seen travelling in a separate Range Rover with a police escort towards St. James’ palace shortly after 10.15am.

He had a reflective expression on his face as he travelled in the vehicle.

His daughter Princess Charlotte was sat beside him in the car.

The royals then arrived at Westminster Hall for the Queen’s procession.

King Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry all walked behind the coffin towards Westminster Abbey.

This story was originally published by The Sun and was reproduced with permission