When Harry Met Megan: A Royal Romance

BFBS Extra, Thursday, 2nd November. 

This fascinating documentary uncovers the inside story of Meghan Markle and the story of her relationship with Prince Harry to date. The programme reveals the story of Meghan's childhood in LA, and her relationship with Harry, featuring exclusive interviews with friends and colleagues. It reveals a smart, strong and independent woman with surprising similarities to Prince Harry both in her life story and values.

The documentary also uncovers the astonishing story of Meghan's ancestors, with original and exclusive genealogy research. It's an all-American tale of humble origins and triumph over adversity played out in the Deep South on her mother's side and in the Appalachian Mountains of Pennsylvania on her father's side.

Then there's the big question: how ready is Meghan to become part of the royal family? And how ready are the royals for Meghan? 

In related news on royal programmes, look out for A Very Royal Wedding on ITV, Monday 30th October where, in a celebration of the 70th anniversary of The Queen and Prince Philip's wedding day in November 1947, presenter Alexander Armstrong discovers how a battered post-war Britain pulled off the event against the odds.

This feature-length documentary includes contributions from Joan Collins and Sheila Hancock sharing their memories of the wedding, and the recollections of people who were part of the big day, such as page boy Prince Michael of Kent. Alexander meets the ordinary folk who made this such a special occasion, including one of the seamstresses responsible for the spectacular wedding dress.

There are recreations of the Queen's exquisite three-carat diamond engagement ring, her stunning wedding bouquet and her show-stopping nine-foot high, 500lb wedding cake. The film features stunning colour coverage of the day and clips from the Queen's private home movie footage.

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