Princess Anne's Son Peter Phillips, 46, Found Love with a Nurse Which Impressed Users

• Peter Phillips, the eldest grandson of Queen Elizabeth II, has a new love interest capturing public admiration.
• After several high-profile relationships, Peter is now dating Harriet Sperling, a dedicated pediatric nurse.
• Harriet has transformed from a "party girl" to a hero nurse, intriguing many.

Peter Phillips, the eldest grandson of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, has found love again. The 46-year-old son of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips has been dating Harriet Sperling, a pediatric nurse and freelance writer. People have been fascinated by their relationship. One user tweeted, "Good for Peter. Lucky woman!"

Peter and his sister Zara Tindall are cousins of Prince William and Prince Harry but hold no royal titles. Their mother wanted them to live a more normal life.

She thought this would mean fewer royal duties, more freedom, and a more typical childhood and adulthood for them. Even so, people have closely watched Peter's love life.

Peter's love life has had some interesting twists. He had a few notable relationships before meeting Harriet, his current flame. Let's take a look at his past romances.

Autumn Kelly

Peter met her in 2003 at the Formula One Grand Prix in Montreal, Canada, where they were both working. Autumn, a management consultant, didn't know Peter was royalty until she saw him on TV a few weeks later. Despite the surprise, their relationship quickly blossomed.

As their relationship grew, Peter and Autumn became a well-known couple in royal circles and to the public. They were often seen together at events, showing their strong bond and affection for each other.

By 2007, Peter proposed to Autumn after getting her father's permission. She remembered, "I certainly didn't see the question coming. I looked horrible in my wellies with wet hair. I said yes straight away though."

Peter and Autumn, both 30 at the time, married on May 17, 2008, at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. They had 300 guests, including many royals. There were six bridesmaids, one of whom was Peter's sister, Zara.

Autumn, raised Catholic and converted to the Church of England before the wedding, wore a dress by designer Sassi Holford and a tiara borrowed from Princess Anne. The couple arrived in a horse-drawn carriage at the reception and were greeted by cheers from the crowd.

On December 29, 2010. Peter and Autumn welcomed their first daughter, Savannah Phillips. Savannah is the first great-grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.

Two years later, on March 29, 2012, they had their second daughter, Isla Elizabeth Phillips. Both girls have stayed mostly out of the public eye, though they sometimes appear at royal events.

In February 2020, after 12 years of marriage, Peter and Autumn announced their separation. Friends close to Peter said he was "devastated" by the decision. The couple had reportedly grown apart over time, with a family friend calling it a "conscious uncoupling." There were no signs of infidelity from either side.

Peter and Autumn finalized their divorce in June 2021. Despite this, they stayed committed to co-parenting their daughters. Autumn continued to live near Peter in Gloucestershire to keep things stable for Savannah and Isla. The family has made an effort to stay amicable and is often seen together at events to support their kids.

Lindsay Wallace

Peter met the daughter of an oil tycoon in 2020 after he separated from Autumn. At the time, Lindsay was also a mother of two and was a school friend of Peter's sister, Zara. They got close as they both dealt with the end of their previous relationships. Their shared experiences and mutual friends helped them build a strong connection.

Peter and Lindsay made their public debut as a couple during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022. They attended the Epsom Derby and the Platinum Pageant together, marking their first official appearance.

Their appearance at high-profile events, like the double christening of Peter's nephew, Lucas Tindall, and his second cousin, August Brooksbank, showed the seriousness of their relationship.

After over three years together, Peter and Lindsay decided to part ways in early 2024. They cited work and family commitments as the main reasons for their split. Peter's frequent travel for work and Lindsay's life in Scotland made it tough to stay together.

A friend of the couple said, "Peter's business commitments and work in F1 meant he has been away and traveling non-stop. It obviously came as a shock as most people thought they were absolutely rock solid, it's very sad."

Despite their separation, Peter and Lindsay wanted to stay friends and support each other.

Harriet Sperling

In May 2024, news broke about Peter's new love, Harriet Sperling. He reportedly met Harriet, a pediatric nurse for the NHS and a freelance writer, shortly after his relationship with Lindsay ended.

Their relationship quickly blossomed, sparking public interest and speculation. Some people noted Harriet's striking resemblance to Peter's exes, Autumn and Lindsay, with her long blonde hair and dark eyes.

Peter and Harriet made their first public appearance as a couple at the Badminton Horse Trials in May 2024. They were seen strolling hand-in-hand, looking relaxed and happy during the event.

The couple watched the cross-country horse riding from a sponsor's tent and later left with Peter's daughters, Savannah and Isla. A witness said, "They looked completely smitten and he was grinning from ear to ear."

The public's reaction to Peter's relationship with Harriet has been largely positive. Many have praised the couple, appreciating their happiness and Harriet's impressive background.

Comments on social media included, "He's a catch!" and "Good for Peter. Lucky woman!" Others chimed in with supportive messages such as, "Nothing wrong with him doing so. I wish him well." Another questioned, "Does it honestly make any difference where she works or who she is[?] As long as they are happy being together is more important."

Some expressed surprise at Peter's choice, given Harriet's nursing profession, with comments like "An NHS nurse? Isn't that a bit below his station? Shock - Horror." However, the overall sentiment has been supportive.

Harriet, whose maiden name is Sanders, is a pediatric nurse at Evelina London Children's Hospital. It is one of the hospitals Prince William and Princess Catherine have visited in the past. Harriet has worked there for over a decade and is praised for her dedication and compassion.

In 2010, Harriet played a crucial role in saving an immunocompromised baby named Phineas Cockerham. She recalled, "Just 20 minutes after getting the call to collect Phineas, the retrieval team was on our way in an intensive care ambulance."

Her quick actions and medical expertise, as part of a 63-strong team, were key to ensuring the baby's survival.

Before her nursing career took off, Harriet was known as a "party girl." However, after a long-term relationship ended, she found comfort and strength in her Christian faith.

Reflecting on this period, the 44-year-old nurse said, "My faith was always in me, but it was kind of dormant. Somehow it didn't seem relevant to my life in London; going to famous nightclubs and spending a lot of time in Ibiza during the summer. I was a real party girl."

Harriet, whose mother, Mary, is on the ministry team at their local church, lost her father, Rupert, last year. She now relies on her faith in both her professional and personal life. She shared, "I pray not only on Sunday, but all the time, often just quietly to myself."

Harriet is also a single mother, raising her daughter with dedication. She's spoken openly about the challenges and rewards of being a single mom and her close bond with her child.

In Woman Alive, a monthly magazine for Christian women, she wrote about her experience: "In the earlier years of my journey as a single mother to my daughter, resources were scarce, and the future was uncertain. Yet, in the absence of material security, I discovered the strength and life that comes from true selfless love."

Peter, like Harriet, has built a successful career. He works in sports and entertainment, juggling his royal background with his job ambitions.

Peter is the managing director of Sports & Entertainment Ltd, where he's organized high-profile events like a street party for the Queen's 90th birthday. He's also involved with CSM Sport & Entertainment as the head of partner acquisition and serves as the chairman of City Racing.

Peter's career has had its share of controversy, like when he promoted Jersey Fresh Milk in China. The ad showed him endorsing the product, which led to criticism for using his royal status for profit. Despite the backlash, Peter has stuck with his professional roles and commitments in the industry.

Peter's love life has had its ups and downs. He was married to Autumn Kelly, then dated Lindsay Wallace, and now he's with Harriet Sperling.

Harriet has impressed many with her dedication and inspiring background, while Peter's work achievements show he's creating his own path. As they continue their relationship, they have the public's interest and mostly positive support.