It's no secret that Prince Harry and Barack Obama are tight [1], so it only makes sense that the Obama family would be invited to Harry and Meghan Markle's upcoming nuptials [2], right? Well, it turns out that Harry and Meghan have decided to keep politics [3] out of their wedding.
"It has been decided that an official list of political leaders — both UK and international — is not required for Prince Harry and Ms. Markle's wedding. Her Majesty's Government was consulted on this decision, which was taken by The Royal Household," a Kensington Palace representative said in a statement to People on Tuesday.
Even though Barack may not be the President of the United States [5] anymore, Harry and Meghan's decision to omit world leaders from their wedding still pertains to Barack and former First Lady Michelle Obama [6]. "Those in attendance will be people who one or both of the couple has a existing direct relationship with," a royal source added.
However, there is a bright spot! According to a royal source, Harry and Meghan have plans to visit the Obamas in the near future. "Both [of] the couples look forward to seeing each other soon," an insider told People. Here's to hoping that meeting is very soon!