06 May 2023 , 10:34
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Millions of us have tuned in to watch King Charles' Coronation today, but it seems one man has already stolen the show with many swooning over his good looks on social media.
Equerry Major Jonathan Thompson has been at His Majesty's side ever since he came to the throne, and is one of the 5th Battalion Royal Regiment of Scotland - and royal fans can't get enough of him.
The 39-year-old equerry was spotted among the congregation at Westminster Abbey for the Coronation on Saturday morning, and quickly became the cause of social media frenzy, with many commenting on his "hunky" good looks.
The 'dashing' man is equerry to King Charles III (BBC)One person wrote: "King Charles III's equerry is rather dashing."
While another added: "Oooh hot Equerry alert!"
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And a third jokingly posted: "Charlie will you move over love, you're blocking my view of Jonathan Thompson", alongside a gif of a woman fanning herself.
Someone else said: "Lawd that equerry guy is so FINE," while a fifth also couldn't help but swoon, as they said: "The handsome equerry in the kilt is back!"
Equerries are drawn from the armed forces and are required to assist the royals both inside their personal residences and when out and about on public engagements.
King Charles III's Coronation is taking place at Westminster Abbey in London, where more than 2,000 guests in attendance.
This is a stark contrast to the Coronation of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who was crowned in 1953, where 8,000 people were present.
Although no official guest list has been revealed, it is believed 100 heads of state have accepted invitations, as well as UK parliamentarians and celebrities.
King Charles and the Queen Consort also travelled a much shorter procession route than the late Queen. It's reported that the King did want a larger procession, but there were worries about how much that would cost, according to royal insiders.
Viewing areas are open along the 1.3-mile procession route, which stretches from Buckingham Palace, down the Mall via Admiralty Arch to Westminster Abbey.