Alright, folks, grab your favorite snack because we’re diving into something exciting! October 12 is right around the corner, and with it comes the royal wedding of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank. While we may not all be lucky enough to score an invite to the big day, many of us are wondering if this grand event will be broadcast on TV so we can all enjoy the spectacle from the comfort of our living rooms. Let’s find out!

Here’s the scoop: yes, you’ll be able to watch it! US Channel TLC will air the entire event starting at 4:25 a.m. on Friday, giving you a three-hour-long, commercial-free block to soak in all the royal glamour. In the UK, it will air on ITV. But let me tell you, it wasn’t always smooth sailing for this deal. At one point, the broadcast was almost called off due to some behind-the-scenes drama involving the palace. “The network had the rights locked down a while ago, but at one point, the broadcast was put on hold,” an insider revealed to Page Six. So, what happened?

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According to reports, the BBC initially decided against airing the wedding, which left TLC scrambling to pick up the opportunity. “Reports were swirling that the BBC no longer wanted to air the wedding, coupled with the fact that UK taxpayers were outraged they would have to foot the bill. It looked like TLC was going to be the jilted bride,” the source added. But don’t worry, TLC stepped in and saved the day, ensuring fans around the world wouldn’t miss out on the festivities.

Prince Andrew Steps In to Secure Broadcast

Now, here’s where things get interesting. According to the Mail on Sunday, Princess Eugenie’s father, Prince Andrew, was reportedly working tirelessly to ensure his daughter’s special day would be televised on British channels after the BBC declined the opportunity. “From the outset, the instruction from the very top was that Eugenie’s wedding must be televised,” a source explained. “The BBC was approached because they have a special relationship with Buckingham Palace and a formula that works. But they turned it down because they don’t think enough people will tune in and that there isn’t enough support for the Yorks.”

The insider added, “The feeling at the Palace is that the BBC has dropped the ball. At the end of the day, this is going to be a huge royal wedding, with all the senior members of the Royal Family in attendance. But nobody wants to take the risk and spend the money it would cost to put it on air.” Clearly, Prince Andrew wasn’t about to let his daughter’s wedding fade into obscurity. He wanted it to have the spotlight it truly deserved.

Comparing to Prince Harry's Wedding

It’s no secret that Prince Andrew wants Eugenie’s wedding to have as much attention as her cousin Prince Harry’s did during his nuptials to Meghan Markle on May 19. Who could forget that unforgettable day? The world was captivated, and Prince Andrew is determined to make sure Eugenie’s day is just as memorable.

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Eugenie and Jack announced their engagement back in January, and since then, fans have been treated to a steady stream of details about their special day. With the ceremony set to take place at St. George’s Chapel—the same venue where Harry and Meghan tied the knot—we know it’s going to be absolutely stunning.

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