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Who’s Who at the Royal Wedding

All the big names are there—but no Kate yet

By Evann Gastaldo,  Newser Staff

Posted Apr 29, 2011 4:53 AM CDT

(Newser) – The guests have streamed in to Westminster Abbey to watch Prince William marry Kate Middleton. Who got the biggest cheers from the throngs outside? Prime Minister David Cameron was a hit, as was Elton John—and, of course, Princes William and Harry, who arrived looking dapper in full military regalia. Prince Charles and Camilla have arrived, as has the queen; no glimpse of Kate yet, but the BBC notes that her dress designer was likely spotted yesterday and could be Sarah Burton, creative director of Alexander McQueen.

The guests are a mixture of royalty (more than 50 from the UK, roughly 40 from foreign monarchies), political figures, and celebrities, many of whom are wearing very large hats. See more in the gallery. Watch this spot for more updates or click here for full coverage.

Britain's Prince William, left, and his best man Britain's Prince Harry  arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
Britain's Prince William, left, and his best man Britain's Prince Harry arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
Britain's Prince William, left, and his best man Britain's Prince Harry  arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
Britain's Prince William, left, and his best man Britain's Prince Harry arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
Britain's Prince William is on his way to Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
Britain's Prince William is on his way to Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
In this image taken from video, Carole Middleton, Kate Middleton's mother, arrives Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on Friday, April, 29, 2011.
In this image taken from video, Carole Middleton, Kate Middleton's mother, arrives Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/APTN)
In this image taken from video, Carole Middleton, right, and James Middleton, Kate Middleton's brother, arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on Friday, April, 29, 2011.
In this image taken from video, Carole Middleton, right, and James Middleton, Kate Middleton's brother, arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/APTN)
Former King Constantine of Greece waves as he arrives with his wife Anna-Marie at Westminster Abbey in London for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton, on April 29, 2011.
Former King Constantine of Greece waves as he arrives with his wife Anna-Marie at Westminster Abbey in London for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton, on April 29, 2011.   (Getty Images)
Denmark's Queen Margrethe arrives at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding for Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
Denmark's Queen Margrethe arrives at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding for Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
Netherlands' Crown Prince Willem-Alexander and Netherland's Princess Maxima arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding for Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London April, 29, 2011.
Netherlands' Crown Prince Willem-Alexander and Netherland's Princess Maxima arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding for Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
Spain's Prince Felipe is flanked by Princess Letizia and Spain's Queen Sofia, left, outside of Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding for Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London April, 29, 2011.
Spain's Prince Felipe is flanked by Princess Letizia and Spain's Queen Sofia, left, outside of Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding for Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London April, 29,...   (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden arrives at the West Door of Westminster Abbey for the wedding of Britain?s Prince William and Kate Middleton in London on April 29, 2011.
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden arrives at the West Door of Westminster Abbey for the wedding of Britain?s Prince William and Kate Middleton in London on April 29, 2011.   (Getty Images)
Charlene Wittstock arrives at the West Door of Westminster Abbey for the wedding of Britain?s Prince William and Kate Middleton in London on April 29, 2011.
Charlene Wittstock arrives at the West Door of Westminster Abbey for the wedding of Britain?s Prince William and Kate Middleton in London on April 29, 2011.   (Getty Images)
Prince Albert of Monaco arrives with his fiancee, former South African swimmer Charlene Wittstock at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London  April, 29, 2011.
Prince Albert of Monaco arrives with his fiancee, former South African swimmer Charlene Wittstock at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
Queen Sofia of Spain arrives at the West Door of Westminster Abbey in London for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton, on April 29, 2011.
Queen Sofia of Spain arrives at the West Door of Westminster Abbey in London for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton, on April 29, 2011.   (Getty Images)
Britain's Prince Charles, left, and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
Britain's Prince Charles, left, and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, arrive at Westminster Abbey at the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Gero Breloer)
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh leave Buckingham Palace on April 29, 2011 in London, England.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh leave Buckingham Palace on April 29, 2011 in London, England.   (Getty Images)
Queen Elizabeth II arrives at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England.
Queen Elizabeth II arrives at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England.   (Getty Images)
In this image taken from video, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II arrives at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on Friday, April, 29, 2011.
In this image taken from video, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II arrives at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/APTN)
In this image taken from video, British singer Elton John, center right, and his partner David Furnish, center left, arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on April, 29, 2011.
In this image taken from video, British singer Elton John, center right, and his partner David Furnish, center left, arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/APTN)
In this image taken from video, British singer Elton John, center right, and his partner David Furnish, center left, arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on April, 29, 2011.
In this image taken from video, British singer Elton John, center right, and his partner David Furnish, center left, arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/APTN)
Musician Elton John arrives at Westminster Abbey, London, for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton Friday April 29, 2011.
Musician Elton John arrives at Westminster Abbey, London, for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton Friday April 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/PA, Gareth Fuller)
Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron arrives at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron arrives at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
Samantha Cameron, wife of Prime Minister David Cameron, arrives to attend the Royal Wedding of Prince William to Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England.
Samantha Cameron, wife of Prime Minister David Cameron, arrives to attend the Royal Wedding of Prince William to Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England.   (Getty Images)
England soccer star David Beckham and his wife Victoria Beckham arrive for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and his fiancee Kate Middleton, in London Friday April 29, 2011.
England soccer star David Beckham and his wife Victoria Beckham arrive for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and his fiancee Kate Middleton, in London Friday April 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Tim Ireland/PA)
British Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and his wife Miriam Gonzalez Duantez arrive at Westminster Abbey in London for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton, on April 29, 2011.
British Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and his wife Miriam Gonzalez Duantez arrive at Westminster Abbey in London for the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton, on April 29, 2011.   (Getty Images)
British House of Common's speaker John Bercow and his wife Sally arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.
British House of Common's speaker John Bercow and his wife Sally arrive at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton in London Friday, April, 29, 2011.   (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
England soccer star David Beckham and his wife Victoria arrive at Westminster Abbey, London ahead of the wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton Friday April 29 2011.
England soccer star David Beckham and his wife Victoria arrive at Westminster Abbey, London ahead of the wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton Friday April 29 2011.   (AP Photo/Gareth Fuller/PA)
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