The $30 million royal wedding

The upcoming wedding of Peter Phillips to his NHS nurse fiancée, Harriet Sperling, has sparked interest in the family dynamics of the groom.

While Prince Harry, Peter's cousin,is not expected to attend due to having 'lost touch', attnetion turns to Peter's lesser-known half-sister, Stephanie Phillips.

According to the report, Stephanie, 28, is the daughter of Princess Anne's first husband, Captain Mark Phillips, and his second wife, Hawaiian-born Sandy Pflueger.

Who is the lesser-known half-sister?

Stephanie Phillips, 28, is an accomplished equesttrian and has a close bond with her siblings, Peter and Zara Tindall.

She shares a passion for equestrian sports with her family, having competed in events such as Barbury International and Wellington International Horse Trials.

Stephanie was also a flower girl at Zara's 2011 wedding and at Peter's 2008 wedding to Autumn Kelly.

Stephanie's royal connections

Despite her royal connections, Stephanie largely stays out of the public eye, with her last major appearance being at her own 2022 wedding in Tetbury,where Princess Anne attended.

She has publicly called Peter 'the best big brother out there', highlighting the strong bond between the siblings.

What's next for the royal family?

The wedding will take place at All Saints' Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, and is expected to be a significant event for the royal family.

The family ties are expected to extend to the next generation, as Peter's daughters Savannah and Isla, and Harriet's daughter Georgina, are likely to form a close relationship, following the example of their parents and Stephanie.