Idris Elba is apparently Meghan Markle’s biggest fan
'She’s going to be a beacon'


'She’s going to be a beacon'
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement last month, with the couple set to wed on 19th May 2018.
With the whole world starting to get excited about what a Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wedding would involve, Suits fans and high profile celebrities alike have been sharing their views on Meghan as a future royal - understandably she’s a hit.
The latest high profile name to voice his thoughts on Meghan is A-list actor Idris Elba.
While attending a Buckingham Palace dinner with the Prince of Wales to celebrate The Prince’s Trust, the 45-year-old actor was asked for his thoughts on Meghan Markle and whether he thought she would be a positive influence on society.
‘Meghan Markle, as a person, regardless of her colour, is a role model,’ he replied, going on to explain his reasoning to the Press Association.
'As a strong woman marrying into our royal family, she's going to be a role model for any woman - black, white. The point is that of course our society is one of mixed heritage and it's nice to see Meghan within the royal family.’
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He continued: 'It's great. And of course she's going to be a beacon and of course she's going to be someone that people look towards.'
Our question is now whether Idris will snag an invite to the royal wedding...

Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in lifestyle, culture, entertainment, international development and politics. After working at Marie Claire UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features section.
In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA's '30 under 30' list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.
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