Celebrities played a significant role at the concert for the coronation as they added to the glamour of the occasion. They were invited from different genres, such as pop, rock, and classical music, to perform in front of the royal family and thousands of people. These celebrities brought unique styles to their performances, showcasing their talent and expertise on stage.
Andrea Bocelli and Sir Bryn Terfel
Andrea Bocelli, an opera singer, will perform a duet with Sir Bryn Terfel, a Welsh bass baritone. Bocelli has sold over 90 million records worldwide and recently had a number one album on both the UK and US charts. Terfel, meantime, has received Grammy, Classical BRIT, and Gramophone Awards.
Freya Ridings and Alexis Ffrench
Freya Ridings of North London will perform a duet with classical composer, producer, and pianist Alexis Ffrench. Ridings soared to international prominence with her smash song “Lost Without You,” and her debut album has been streamed over a billion times worldwide, while Ffrench has over half a billion streams and around 3 million monthly listeners.
Tom Cruise, Joan Collins, and Winnie the Pooh
Another “eclectic” addition to the program is Tom Cruise, Joan Collins, and Disney’s Winnie the Pooh, who will appear in a series of pre-recorded sketches revealing little-known truths about King Charles. The additions to the cast aren’t surprising given that Cruise and the late Queen Elizabeth became friends soon before her death. Meanwhile, Pooh was invited to a children’s garden party at Buckingham Palace in 2006 to commemorate Queen Elizabeth’s 80th birthday. In the prepared messages, they will be joined by Sir Tom Jones, Bear Grylls, and Oti Mabuse.
Nicole Scherzinger, Paloma Faith, and Tiwa Savage
The BBC has announced the addition of more singers to the coronation roster. Nicole Scherzinger, The Masked Singer judge and Pussycat Dolls frontwoman, will perform alongside singer-songwriters Paloma Faith and Tiwa Savage, as well as rock ‘n’ roll icon Steve Winwood. In a duet, Scherzinger will be joined by famed pianist Lang Lang.