Meghan Markle funeral photo is going viral

Meghan Markle has united in sorrow with the royals at the Queen’s funeral, with one incredible photo of her already being branded “iconic.”

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex walks behind The Queen's funeral cortege borne on the State Gun Carriage of the Royal Navy as it proceeds towards Westminster Abbey. Picture: Geoff Pugh - WPA Pool/Getty Images

Meghan Markle has united in sorrow with the British royal family at the Queen’s funeral.

The Duchess of Sussex, 41, wore a wide-brimmed black hat and fitted, cape dress for the state service at Westminster Abbey on Monday.

And one particular photo of the former US actress, taken by British photographer Gareth Cattermole, has been branded “one for the history books.”

The breathtaking portrait was taken from above, showing the duchess walking by herself inside the church.

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Britain's Meghan, Duchess of Sussex arrives at Westminster Abbey in London. Picture: Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP

this meghan markle photo is one for history books pic.twitter.com/Y8Adm3wh0q

— ivy (@ohhhhherewego) September 19, 2022

This picture of Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, arriving at Westminster Abbey is 🤌🏾 pic.twitter.com/xZPXzrBTQs

— Dionne Grant (@DionneGrant) September 19, 2022

This shot of Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, will be iconic pic.twitter.com/5GZp6uGmj1

— NoChillMood (@ritaag) September 19, 2022

Meghan paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in her outfit, wearing a pair of classic pearl earrings the late monarch gifted her in 2018.

Her Majesty gave Meghan the earrings to mark their first solo outing together, shortly after Meghan and Harry’s royal wedding.

Meghan wore earrings gifted to her from Her Majesty. Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

As Meghan stood inside the abbey with Catherine, Princess of Wales while they waited to join the procession, Prince Harry followed the Queen’s coffin alongside his father King Charles III and brother Prince William from Westminster Hall.

Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward also marched behind the coffin as it was carried to the church on a gun carriage.

In what turned out to be incredible timing, Meghan and Harry were in the UK when the Queen died on September 8.

The duo were only expected to be in Europe for seven days for a series of charity obligations, before being forced to extend their trip to three weeks to account for the mourning period and funeral.

After moving to the US more than two years ago, and having hit out at ‘The Firm’ in several high-profile interviews, the Sussexes very public outings alongside the royal family have been pored over in painfully close detail.

For the first time since March 2020, Meghan joined the newly minted Prince and Princess of Wales, as well as Prince Harry, for a walkabout in Windsor just three days after Her Majesty’s passing.

Meghan, Queen Consort Camilla, Prince George, Princess Kate, Princess Charlotte and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images

While the show of unity was widely welcomed, it was clear there were significant tensions between the once-close brothers and their wives.

The Duchess of Sussex, who confirmed she had a falling out with Kate Middleton during her televised interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, wasn’t seen speaking to the Princess of Wales at all during the outing.

They were initially seen getting out of the same side of the car upon arrival, with Kate quickly moving to the other side of the vehicle without waiting for Meghan to join her.

When the Sussexes and Cambridges gathered together at the end of the walkabout, some fans noted how Kate stared “icily” at Meghan, with the former actress appearing uncomfortable as they waved goodbye to crowds.

Meghan was seen waiting with Kate to join the procession. Picture: Phil Noble - WPA Pool/Getty Images

Meghan and Harry were spotted holding hands as they left the abbey. Picture: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images

As for Princes William and Harry, the pair also barely acknowledged each other during the hour-long engagement.

Meanwhile, behind closed doors, the Sussexes have reportedly been upset with King Charles III over a rumoured decision to prevent their children, Archie, 3, and Lilibet Diana, 1, from being bestowed with His/Her Royal Highness (HRH) honorifics.

While Charles has said he won’t reveal the titles for the Mountbatten-Windsor children during the mourning period, it’s been reported the monarch will anoint Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, but will not allow them to take the HRH status given they’re based in the US.

Harry and Meghan, who gave up their HRH titles when they stepped down as senior royals in 2020, have claimed it’s the HRH status that carries significance, saying the lack of title left their family without adequate security.