Princess Lilibet godmother mystery as vital clue points to famous pal of Meghan

09 March 2023 , 14:22

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We know that Princess Lilibet will have a billionaire filmmaker guiding her through life - but the identity of her godmother remains a mystery.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle chose American actor Tyler Perry to be their one-year-old daughter's godfather - and he flew in to California for her intimate christening last Friday.

No members of the Royal Family attended, but King Charles was notified of Harry and Meghan's intention to use the titles for their children

While big brother Archie was christened in the grand surroundings of Windsor Castle, Lilibet's ceremony happened at her home in Montecito in front of 20 to 30 rumoured guests.

Lilibet's godmother was amongst those who had gathered - but who did Harry and Meghan choose?

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Princess Lilibet was joined by her godparents at her christening (Netflix)

It seems very likely that Lilibet's godparents could all be friends of Meghan, because the ones chosen for Archie were all related to Harry.

While it's never been officially announced, it's been widely reported that Harry and William's childhood nanny Alexandra Pettifer, better known as Tiggy Legge-Bourke, was chosen.

The other godparents are believed to be Harry's close pal Charlie van Straubenzee and Mark Dyer, a royal aide and trusted protector who is seen as the prince's 'second dad'.

If things were being done evenly, it would make sense that Lilibet's godparents would be people who are special to Meghan.

With that in mind, here is a look at some of the possible candidates.

Oprah Winfrey

Meghan and Harry sat down to chat with Oprah (HARPO PRODUCTIONS/AFP via Getty)

Top of the list is Oprah Winfrey, who famously secured their controversial interview in 2021 and was their neighbour in California.

The chat show legend was in attendance at their wedding in 2018 and she has repeatedly come to their defence.

In their Netflix docuseries, Harry and Meghan revealed that Oprah was one of the only people to visit them at Frogmore Cottage.

Harry said Oprah came over for tea and was stunned by where they were living, telling them: "No one would ever believe it."

Oprah would be the ideal choice for godmother, but she previously claimed she was too old for the role.

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Speaking to Entertainment Tonight in 2021, Oprah said: "I think you probably need someone younger to be the godmother."

But Harry and Meghan are highly unlikely to take that as a valid reason, as ever-youthful Oprah would be a great choice.

Serena Williams

Serena Williams with daughter Olympia and Meghan (Serena Williams/Instagram)

Tennis ace Serena Williams is a long-time pal of Meghan and has also grown close to Harry.

Over the years, Meghan has frequently been spotted in the stands at her pal's big tennis matches.

Serena helped organise her baby shower and it was actually the Sussexes who helped convince Serena to retire from the sport.

The tennis champion also appeared in the couple's Netflix docuseries, where she spoke about being a guest at their 2018 wedding.

Serena said: "To have her culture represented at that wedding. Amazing, I loved it. I thought it was really courageous breaking boundaries but not trying to."

It's also believed Serena's daughter Olympia is a playmate of Archie and Lili, so the Grand Slam champ would make a good godmother.

Princess Eugenie

Harry and Eugenie have stayed very close (Getty Images)

It seems Harry and Meghan have burnt their bridges with most of the Royal Family - but are still close with Princess Eugenie.

Eugenie was the first and possible only royal visitor to see the Sussexes when they moved to California and Harry recalls attending a Halloween party with his cousin in his book Spare.

Prince Andrew's daughter also appeared in the couple's Netflix docuseries, cycling with Harry on the beach, and her son August is just four months older than Lili.

Eugenie would make a great choice as one of the only royals who has stayed close to Harry and befriended Meghan.

However, Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank were spotted attending the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Bahrain at the weekend.

So it would have been a quick turnaround to get from California to the Middle East.

Sarah 'Fergie' Ferguson

Fergie arriving at Harry and Meghan's big day (PA)

The only other royal possibility on this list is Sarah Ferguson

Fergie knows exactly what it's like to marry into the Royal Family and all the pressure which comes with it, having married to Prince Andrew for 10 years before the couple announced their "amicable split" in 1992.

The Duchess of York, 63, also knows what it's like to be pushed out to the cold by the royals and to rebuild your life in America.

And in a strange twist of fate, it was actually the Duke and Duchess of Sussex who helped bring Fergie back into the fold by inviting her to their wedding.

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie's mother helped teach Meghan how to curtsey before she met the late Queen for the first time.

While Fergie did recently claim she "does not really know Meghan", she has a great bond with nephew Harry.

And we know she was in the US last week promoting her new book, A Most Intriguing Lady.

Jessica Mulroney

The pair used to share a tight bond

Jessica Mulroney was once Meghan Markle's closest friend and would have been a shoe in for godmother.

The former Suits actress became pals with the Canadian fashion stylist while they were shooting in Toronto - to the point where they were practically inseparable.

All three of Jessica's children had important roles at Meghan's wedding to Prince Harry and she accompanied her bestie on a royal tour in an unofficial capacity.

However, the cracks in their friendship started to show when Jessica was embroiled in a race row - and dragged Meghan into the controversy.

Jessica was fired from TV gigs, lost her reality show and seemingly her friendship with Meghan - but she recently broke her silence.

Jessica posted a snap on Instagram of a crop top and a glittery purple dress. Could it have been her christening outfit?

Amal Clooney

Amal and George Clooney arriving at Harry and Meghan's wedding (AFP/Getty Images)

The Clooneys were invited to the Sussexes' wedding in 2018, but it's claimed they didn't actually know' the newlyweds at the time.

However, it seems a friendship began to blossom in the following months as Harry and Meghan spent the weekend at the Clooney's house in Lake Como in August that year.

"The Clooneys had personally invited Meghan and Harry to their home at the beginning of the summer with an open invitation,” a source told US Weekly .

"George and Amal were so happy to host Meghan and Harry. Harry and George have a special bond and friendship."

It's also claimed that Amal and Meghan have many similar interests, with the barrister helping the Suits actress settle into London life.

And Amal helped organise Meghan's baby shower in New York in 2019, so it would make sense if she was Lilibet's godmother.