The Prince and Princess of Wales are set to attend the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday evening. This marks the couple's sixth attendance and the first since the Princess of Wales's recovery from cancer.
The event will feature performances by the cast of Paddington The Musical, pop star Jessie J, Grammy-winning singer Laufey, the band Madness, and actor Sir Stephen Fry. Jessie J, who underwent a mastectomy for breast cancer in June, will perform her new song 'I'll Never Know Why'.
Comedian Jason Manford will host the show, with Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure introducing a performance from the Live Aid musical Just For One Day. The grand finale will involve 400 performers in a medley celebrating the 40th anniversary of Les Miserables.
The Royal Variety Performance, staged since 1912, raises funds for the Royal Variety Charity, which supports entertainment industry professionals in need. In 2024, the charity launched a mental health initiative to help those facing anxiety, depression, or addiction.
Giles Cooper, chairman of the Royal Variety Charity, expressed delight at the royal couple's attendance, noting that the event is viewed by over 150 million worldwide and provides crucial support for performers.
