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E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Meghan Markle's Mom Doria Meets Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles for the First Time Before the Royal Wedding

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Watch E!'s five-hour Live From the Royal Wedding coverage Saturday, May 19 starting at 5 a.m. ET/2 a.m. PT for wall-to-wall coverage of Meghan and Harry's big day! Also, catch E! News every night at 7 and 11 p.m. the week prior for everything you need to know.

The time has come for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's parents to meet. 

E! News has learned the American star and her British beau enjoyed afternoon tea on Wednesday with Markle's mother Doria Ragland and Prince Harry's father and stepmother, Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, marking the first time the parents have met each other. The roughly one-hour meeting took place at Clarence House, Charles and Camilla's official residence in London.

E! News has learned it was a jolly affair. Everyone got on very well and it was a happy day.

Meanwhile, it's understood that Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla have met Meghan several times before. Additionally, the Duchess of Cornwall has met with Markle privately for lunch in the days leading up to her nuptials.

It seems Markle has gotten her soon-to-be in-laws' stamp of approval as Prince Charles thinks she is charming and very bright and Duchess Camilla believes Markle has made a great start in becoming a member of the family. 

While the bride and groom's lives continue to merge this week, Markle has had to carry on in the pre-wedding festivities without the presence of her father, Thomas Markle, who was initially scheduled to attend the wedding and walk her down the aisle at St. George's Chapel on Saturday.

However, following a paparazzi scandal last week and heart surgery on Wednesday, Markle confirmed on Thursday that he will no longer be joining them for the big day. 

"Sadly, my father will not be attending our wedding," she said in a statement. "I have always cared for my father and hope he can be given the space he needs to focus on his health."

As she continued, "I would like to thank everyone who has offered generous messages of support. Please know how much Harry and I look forward to sharing our special day with you on Saturday."

The preparations continued on Thursday with a rehearsal of the procession outside of Windsor Castle. Meanwhile, Meghan and Prince Harry were spotted for the first time this month arriving to the castle, where they're expected to meet with Queen Elizabeth II over tea. 

E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Princess Prep 101

E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Princess Prep 101: How Meghan Markle Is Getting Ready for Life as a Royal

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For further coverage on this topic be sure to tune in to Live from E! at 2:30pm ET/11:30am PT.

Now that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced their engagement, the Suits actress can prepare for life as a royal. In fact, it looks like her training has already begun.

A source told E! News the actress was briefed about dealing with the media and press intrusion "very early on." Royal admirers will recall how Prince Harry came to Markle's defense after the actress experienced "a wave of abuse and harassment" following speculation of their relationship.

"His girlfriend, Meghan Markle, has been subject to a wave of abuse and harassment," a statement from Kensington Palace read at the time, confirming the lovebirds' relationship status. "Some of this has been very public—the smear on the front page of a national newspaper; the racial undertones of comment pieces; and the outright sexism and racism of social media trolls and web article comments."

It also stated, "Some of it has been hidden from the public—the nightly legal battles to keep defamatory stories out of papers; her mother having to struggle past photographers in order to get to her front door; the attempts of reporters and photographers to gain illegal entry to her home and the calls to police that followed; the substantial bribes offered by papers to her ex-boyfriend; the bombardment of nearly every friend, co-worker, and loved one in her life."

In addition, the insider told E! News Markle has received some defense training—such as learning how to deal with threats or kidnappers—and that "she knows all the protocol."

However, it looks like the bride-to-be has some more work to do. According to the source, Markle will work with Harry's closest aides over the next few months and may be appointed an advisor, similarly to how  Kate Middleton worked with Sir David Manning. The source said this figure will also serve as a "mentor" to the future royal.

"It won't be so much etiquette but more along advice and mention on things, such as state matters and foreign affairs," the source said.

Markle has already gotten a taste of making royal appearances. Earlier today, Markle and Harry made their first appearance as an engaged couple. The two posed for pictures and answered a few questions from the press at Kensington Palace. She also gave people a glimpse of her gorgeous and symbolic ring. She's also made the move to London, where she will live in Nottingham Cottage at Kensington Palace with Harry.

Still, Markle has only a few months to complete the rest of her training. She and Harry are scheduled to tie the knot in the spring of 2018.

E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: How Well Do Grey's Anatomy's

E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: How Well Do Grey's Anatomy's Ellen Pompeo & Justin Chambers Really Know Each Other?

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When you work together for 13 years, playing one another's best friend, you learn a thing or two about the person you're sharing the screen with. Or so you'd think.

When E! News visited the Grey's Anatomy set, we thought we'd put that theory to the test as we challenged stars Ellen Pompeo and Justin Chambers to a little game we like to call Co-Star Confidential. Are the actors as close as bed-sharing besties Meredith and Alex? Does Ellen know Justin's go-to craft services snack? Does Justin know how Ellen takes her coffee? And do they agree on who's dressing room is messier? There's only one way to find out. 

In tonight's new episode of the long-running ABC soap, Alex finally returns to Grey-Sloan Memorial now that the assault case against him has been dropped (thanks to a convenient change of story from his victim DeLuca), only to discover just how much has changed since he left, while Meredith is still suspended and still challenging Bailey (Chandra Wilson) over her decision to hand the teaching program over to Eliza (guest star Marika Dominczyk).

Meanwhile, Jo (Camilla Luddington) has to make a difficult decision on a case, while Arizona (Jessica Capshaw) tries to keep her distance from Eliza, despite their easy chemistry. Something tells us she's going to have a hard time with that.

For more from our visit to the Grey's set, be sure to tune in to E! News tonight at 7 and 11 p.m.

Grey's Anatomy airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. on ABC.

E! Live From The Red Carpet

E! Live From The Red Carpet Exclusive 

Gigi Hadid Reveals Her Pre-American Music Awards Hosting Rituals, Plus, Has Zayn Malik Given Her a Pep Talk?

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Live From the Red Carpet: The 2016 American Music Awards hosted by Tinashe and Jason Kennedy airs today at 6 p.m. ET/PT

Watch the Fashion Police 2016 American Music Awards special Monday, Nov. 21 at 8 p.m., only on E!

The hostess with the mostess has officially arrived!

Gigi Hadid caught up with E! News moments before taking the stage at the 2016 American Music Awards, where she dished on all things pre-show rituals and whether or not she's caught up with boyfriend Zayn Malik ahead of the show.

As for setting the perfect mood, the supermodel told Jason Kennedyand Tinashe it's all about keeping cool, calm and collected.

"Today I had a humidifier with some eucalyptus, otherwise everyone that came in felt that very mellow vibe," Gigi, dressed in a stunning off-the-shoulder Robert Cavalli gown, shared. The 21-year-old added that she spent the morning snacking on Fruit Loops, and indulging in candles and "soft things."

Gigi wasn't shy in revealing that she's definitely nervous to host (especially with hilarious co-host Jay Pharoah by her side), but as she explained, "[I'm] more calm after dress rehearsal. I feel like if I just have fun and let myself be a little weird, then it's all good."

Hadid also couldn't help but gush about her leading man, who just so happens to be nominated in the New Artist of the Year category. She called the "Pillowtalk" crooner "wise and creative" (Swoon!), but revealed the two are focused on their respective tasks for the night. 

"I haven't been on my phone. I've been at rehearsal. I should be checking in probably; I'm trying to do my host duties and, like not be the annoying girlfriend," Gigi explained. 

Good luck Gigi! We can't wait to see you shine. 

Gigi Hadid Dishes About Cody Simpson, Judges Take on the Looks at NYFW on Tonight's Fashion Police-Get the Scoop!

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Tune-in to an all-new Fashion Police: Fashion Week Special tonight at 9 p.m. ET/PT on E!

The Fashion Police have taken over New York City!

On tonight's New York Fashion Week special, the judges take on the looks of some of the biggest celebrities that took part in this week's stylish festivities!  

But they aren't judging alone. The adorable and infectious Gigi Hadid and the show-stoppingNaomi Campbell both make guest appearances on tonight's show! And yes ladies, Gigi dishes on her relationship with pop star Cody Simpson...and she doesn't disappoint. 

From the Kardashian and Jenner ladies, to Rihanna and Heidi Klum, the Fashion Police do not hold back on anyone tonight!

Watch tonight to see who gets thrown into the slammer and who gets praised for their New York styles choices.

Tune-in to an all-new Fashion Police: Fashion Week Special tonight at 9 p.m. ET/PT on E!

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