The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have rejoined the royal family at Madame Tussauds to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
The ax figures of key family members have received a black tie makeover in preparation for an event marking the emperor’s 70-year reign on June 5.
The reunion in London attraction brings the Sussexes back to family in public for the first time since moving to the US in 2020.
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Wax figures of Queen Elizabeth II and members of the royal family at Madame Tussauds London before the Platinum Jubilee ceremony. (PA)
Meghan’s waxwork is seen wearing the red, caped Safia gown she wore at her last royal engagement at the Mountbatten Festival of Music at the Royal Albert Hall in London in March 2020.
The Queen’s waxwork, which is the 23rd of 24 created by the monarch at Madame Tussauds London during her 70-year reign, is designed to entertain the costume worn in her official Diamond Jubilee portrait.
The white and silver lace dress is covered with 53,000 Swarovski elements, completed with a blue silk sash and topped by a replica of the diamond and pearl George IV State Diadem.
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Studio artists Louisa Kampobasi (left) and Joe Kinsey (right) finalize a wax statue of Queen Elizabeth II at Madame Tussauds in London ahead of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. (PA)
The Duchess of Cambridge figure is dressed in an emerald Jenny Packham gown, which was worn on a state visit to Pakistan in 2019 and again at the Royal Variety Show in 2021.
Harry, the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Cambridge are dressed in a tuxedo, while the Duchess of Cornwall is joined by them in a powder blue ball gown.
Tim Waters, general manager of Madame Tussauds London, said: “With Harry and Meghan returning to the UK to celebrate Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, it feels right that our figures come together once again in our Royal Throne Room to serve as a family member. Ready to join the festivities.
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Studio artists Luisa Kampobasi (left), Carine Mitani (back) and Joe Kinsey (right) finalize a wax statue of Queen Elizabeth II at Madame Tussauds London ahead of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. (PA)
“Our much-loved royals have also been given a beautiful facelift ahead of the much-anticipated celebrations, decked out in their black tie finery to mark the occasion of a lifetime.
“We have a long history with the royal family at Madame Tussauds London, with the British monarchs having given us the honor of sitting for our artists since 1809.
“We are very proud that this continues into the 21st century and we can continue to celebrate the major milestone for Her Majesty.”
Royal fans can also view the Royal Dress Collection on display at Madame Tussauds London from May 27, showcasing seven gowns that adorn some of the 24 figures created during the Queen’s 70-year reign.
