Peters Grandson from the late Queen Elizabeth II, announced his engagement
In a delightful turn of events, Peter Phillips, the son of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, and Harriet Sperling have officially announced their engagement[1][2][3]. The couple, who have been seen together since May 2024, have kept their relationship relatively private, but their families, including King Charles and the Prince and Princess of Wales, have been informed of the happy news[1].
Phillips, who has two daughters, Savannah and Isla, from his previous marriage to Autumn Kelly, is a well-known figure in British royal circles. Sperling, on the other hand, is a pediatric nurse for Britain's National Health Service and also a freelance writer[1][6]. She has previously written an article for Christian magazine Woman Alive[7].
The engagement was confirmed by the couple's spokesperson to CNN, and the announcement was made in UK celebrity magazine Hello!. The engagement photo shoot took place in a field, with Sperling's ring prominently on display[1].
Despite the excitement surrounding the engagement, no official date or location for the wedding has been set or made public as of August 1, 2025[1][2]. The couple has kept the details of their upcoming nuptials under wraps, leaving royal watchers eagerly awaiting more information.
The families of both Phillips and Sperling are reportedly delighted with the news and have given their blessings to the couple[1]. The royal family and the wider public will undoubtedly be watching closely for updates on the wedding plans in the coming months.
[1] CNN, "Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling announce engagement", 2025, [link] [2] Hello! Magazine, "Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling announce engagement", 2025, [link] [3] BBC News, "Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling announce engagement", 2025, [link] [4] The Guardian, "Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly announce divorce", 2020, [link] [5] The Telegraph, "Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling spotted together at Royal Ascot", 2025, [link] [6] Woman Alive, "Article by Harriet Sperling", 2024, [link] [7] The Sun, "Harriet Sperling reveals she is dating Peter Phillips", 2024, [link]
The engagement of Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling has created a buzz not only in the UK but also across the world, manifesting in the coverage by various international entertainment outlets. As the day of their wedding approaches, celebrities from around the globe are eagerly keeping up with the couple's plans, particularly given the royal connection.
