Tweets of the day

Celebrities shared their thoughts on the unfolding day by posting messages online. Many took to Twitter to air their views.

Radio presenter Lauren Laverne: “Somehow, this coverage is making me depressed in advance about there being nothing else on during the Olympics.”

Writer and comedian Armando Iannucci: “Huge crowds already gathering in London for next Thursday’s referendum.”

Singer Billy Bragg: “Send a wake-up call to all those gathered in Westminster Abbey today — vote Yes to AV on Thursday.”

X Factor judge Louis Walsh: “Everybody loves a great wedding, what an amazing day.”

US burlesque artist Dita Von Teese: “Loving the glamour of the royal wedding. Personally, I’m glad such extravagance in tradition still exists.”

TV presenter Sharon Osbourne: “Just saw Prince William & Prince Harry arrive at Westminster Abbey. Magnificent Men. Diana would be so proud.”

Comedian David Baddiel: “Glad Prince Harry got the fancy dress right this time.”

Broadcaster and satirist Charlie Brooker: “It’s a Spitting Image reunion.”

TV presenter Jonathan Ross: “The dress is very nice and Harry is rocking the best man look. That is an impressive gazebo they have for the royal wedding.”

Singer Paloma Faith: “He’s the cat that got the cream. He just said ‘you look beautiful’. ahhh swoon. I’m melting.”

Actress Rebecca Front: “Harry totally checked Kate out just then.”

Elbow singer and presenter Guy Garvey: ““I hope these two discover that they’re sexually compatible tonight. It can be an important part of a successful marriage.”

Actress Martine McCutcheon: “I’m feeling moved. Keep thinking of the wonderful Diana looking over her boys and the gorgeous Kate... So proud to be British.”

TV presenter Piers Morgan: “One overriding thought watching this magnificent occasion: The British monarchy is back.”

Broadcaster and wit Stephen Fry (choosing to watch the Snooker World Championship instead): “Sh! Frame 14 under way. You could cut the tension with a Black and Decker tension cutter.”

Actor James Corden: “I know for a fact that Kate and Wills first dance is Make You Feel My Love by Adele.”

Sports presenter Clare Balding: “Poor Posh. She is trying so hard not to smile because she doesn’t like her face when she does — but she desperately wants to.”