The bride , Catherine Middleton , had been his girlfriend since 2003 .

The Dean of Westminster , John Hall , presided Control at the service ; the Archbishop of Canterbury , Rowan Williams , conducted Action the marriage Forming_relationships ; Richard Chartres , the Bishop of London , preached Statement the sermon ; and a reading was given Giving by the bride 's brother , James .

William 's best man was his brother , Prince Harry , while the bride 's sister , Pippa , was maid of honour .

The ceremony was attended Perception_active by the bride 's and groom 's families , as well as members of foreign royal dynasties , diplomats , and the couple 's chosen Choosing personal guests .

Another 27 persons were injured Bodily_harm , including the bride .