Countess Of Wessex Collection

Sophie Rhys Jones girlfriend of Prince Edward at the wedding of Lady Sarah Armstrong Jones July 1994

Princess Beatrice being helped by Sophie Rhys Jones November 1999 as she faints during Remembrance Day Service at Whitehall

Princess Beatrice faints during Remembrance Day Service Whitehall, November 1999

Sophie Rhys Jones and fiance Prince Edward with Princess Anne and husband Tim Taylor and Queen Elizabeth watching trooping of the colour from Buckingham Palace balcony June 1999

Prince Edward watching Polo at Smiths Lawn, Windsor May 1982

Prince Edward January 1969

Sophie Rhys Jones January 1999 The fiancee of Prince Edward arrives for work on her 34TH birthday

Sophie Rhys Jones and fiance Prince Edward watching trooping of the colour from Buckingham Palace balcony June 1999

Princess Beatrice being helped by Sophie Rhys Jones, Earl of Wessex after she passed out at Remembrance Day Service Whitehall, watched by Prince Edward Duke of Wessex and Commander Tim Lawrence

Tim Laurence Prince Edward help Princess Beatrice November 1999 after she faints during Remembrance Service at Whitehall

Earl and Countess of Wessex attend the Norwegian National ballet at the Sadlers Wells threatre in London November 1999

Prince Edward the Count of Wessex and his wife Sophie, the Countess of Wessex chat as they leave the Christmas morning service at the Saint Mary Magdalene church in Sandringham

Sophie Rhys Jones Prepares for Royal Wedding leaving work for the last time to marry Prince Edward June 1999

Prince Edward engagement 6th January 1999 Prince Edward and fiancee Sophie Rhys Jones in January 1999 announcing their engagement at St James Palace

Prince Edward and fiancee Sophie Rhys Jones in January 1999 announcing their engagement at St Jamess Palace

Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys Jones June 1999 arrive at Guildhall for a charity dinner

Prince Edward visits Bilingsgate Fish Market to film for Crown and Country 28 July 1999

Prince Edward with bride Sophie Rhys Jones June 1999

Madam Tussauds Maxworks June 1999 Prince Edward Earl of Wessex Sophie Rhys Jones Countess of Wessex waxwork dummies models at Madam Tussauds Waxwork Museum

Madam Tussauds Waxworks June 1999 Prince Edward Earl of Wessex Sophie Rhys Jones Countess of Wessex waxwork dummies models at Madam Tussauds Waxwork Museum wearing their Wedding Outfits

Prince Edward Royal Wedding 1999 Edward and his bride Sophie pose on the steps with his mother the Queen following their wedding service at St. Georges Chapel Windsor Castle. vfr1

Prince Edward Royal Wedding 1999 Wedding of Sophie Rhys-Jones to Prince Edward at St Georges Chapel in Windsor Today 19th June 1999. Pic Shows: Prince Edward and Sophie leave the chapel

Prince Edward and fiancee Sophie Rhys Jones in Jan 1999, announcing their engagement at St James Palace

Sophie Rhys Jones with Prince Edward April 1999 after attending a Easter Sunday church service at St Georges Chapel Windsor Castle being followed by Princess Anne

Sophie Rhys Jones at Windsor Castle April 1999 with Prince Edward after attend a Easter Sunday church service at St Georges Chapel

Earl and Countess of Wessex Nov 1999 attend the Norwegian National ballet at the Sadlers Wells threatre in London

Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys Jones in Jan 1999 announce their engagement at St James Palace

Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys Jones attend weddding 1999 of Catrina Skepper and Alessandro Guerrini Maraldi

Queen Elizabeth at the Christmas Day service December 1999 with the other members of the Royal family including the Queen Mother Duke of Edinburgh Prince Charles Duke of York Prince Edward Sophie

Prince Edward Royal Wedding 1999 Wedding of Sophie Rhys-Jones to Prince Edward at St Georges Chapel in Windsor Today 19th June 1999. Pic Shows: The Queen arriving at the chapel by car

Prince Edward engagement 6th January 1999 Prince Edward and fiancee Sophie Rhys-Jones in Jan1999 announcing their engagement at St James Palace

Prince Edward Earl of Wessex and his wife Sophie, the Countess of Wessex chat as they leave the Christmas morning service at the Saint Mary Magdalene church in Sandringham December 25

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"Captivating Moments with the Countess of Wessex: From Fainting Princesses to Royal Engagements" In November 1999, a poignant Remembrance Day Service in Whitehall took an unexpected turn when Princess Beatrice fainted. Amidst the commotion, it was Sophie Rhys Jones, now known as the Countess of Wessex, who rushed to her aid. Before their own fairytale wedding unfolded, Sophie and her fiancé Prince Edward were often seen mingling with other members of the royal family. One such occasion captured them alongside Princess Anne and her husband Tim Taylor – a snapshot of camaraderie within this regal circle. As their love story blossomed, Sophie accompanied Prince Edward to various social events. At Lady Sarah Armstrong's wedding, she radiated elegance and grace as they celebrated another union amidst whispers of their impending nuptials. Prince Edward had always been an avid sports enthusiast; his passion for polo evident even back in May 1982 at Smiths Lawn in Windsor. The young prince showcased his skills while Sophie watched on proudly from the sidelines – a glimpse into their shared interests that would strengthen their bond over time. Reflecting on earlier years brings us back to January 1969 when Prince Edward was just a child himself. Little did he know then that destiny would lead him to meet someone like Sophie Rhys Jones – a woman who would become his confidante and partner for life. January 1999 marked an important milestone for both Prince Edward and Sophie as they navigated public scrutiny during their engagement period. With poise befitting royalty, she arrived at work undeterred by media attention – proving herself ready for the challenges that lay ahead. The image forever etched in our minds is one where Countess Sophie rushes to assist Princess Beatrice after she passed out once again during another eventful moment in November 1999.