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Wimbledon's Royal Box is known for hosting star-studded guests, and there will be plenty of familiar faces in the stands for the men's final.
The Royal Box has become the epicenter of celebrity events every year, and last year American musician Ariana Grande caused a frenzy among fans when she appeared at the men's singles final without her wedding ring.
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Located in the highest grandstand on Centre Court, the Royal Box has been used for the entertainment of Wimbledon's friends and guests since 1922 and has exclusive seating for 74. Invitations are sent by the Chairman of the All England Club, but members of the Championships Organising Committee and the Lawn Tennis Association may also suggest them.
While many celebrities, such as Beckham and his mother Sandra, are repeat visitors, each year a new generation of actors and celebrities joins Wimbledon's VIP world.
Here are some familiar faces in the Royal Box at Wimbledon:
Day 14
There was a star-studded turnout at the men's final on Sunday (July 14), with Kate Middleton showing up with her sister Pippa — the princess's second event to attend since revealing her cancer diagnosis.
Tom Cruise was also in attendance, along with Mission: Impossible director Christopher McQuarrie, actor Benedict Cumberbatch and his wife Sophie Hunter, and Australian tennis player Lleyton Hewitt was seated in the Royal Box, as was Mayor of London Sadiq Khan.
Day 13
Many famous stars came to watch Barbora Krejcikova defeat Jasmine Paolini in the Wimbledon women's final. On Saturday (July 13), Hollywood star Zendaya, star of Luca Guadagnino's tennis drama “The King of Fighters,” was in attendance. The Challengers Fellow actor Kate Beckinsale (SerendipityUnderworld series) and Skyfall and 1917 Directed by Sam Mendes.
Hugh Jackman, who is in London to promote his new movie, Deadpool and WolverineHe also attended, sitting with theatre director Ian Rickson and singing with singer Ellie Goulding. Strictly Come Dancing Professional Johannes Radebe was also in attendance, as were former professional tennis players Billie Jean King and Martina Navratilova.
Day 12
On the final Friday of the Wimbledon tournament, the Royal Box was filled with many familiar faces from stage and screen. Bridget Jones Actor Hugh Grant arrived with his wife Anna Eberstein. McMafia Starring James Norton, Oppenheimer Actor Rami Malek, BillionsDamian Lewis, comedian Sharon Horgan, The Devil Wears Prada Popular actor Stanley Tucci was also in attendance.
“Goldfinger” singer Shirley Bassey also made an appearance, just days after being made a Companion of the Order of Honor by the King on Tuesday (July 9) for her services to music.
Day 11
Six-time Wimbledon singles champion Billie Jean King and former Wimbledon junior champion and No. 1 doubles player Ilana Kloss were in attendance on Day 11. Rob Brydon of Gavin & Stacey was also in the audience. effort Actor Roger Allam.
Day 10
Performances on the 10th day will include Bjorn Ulvaeus of Abba fame, Hollywood actress Keira Knightley and her husband, former lead singer of the Klaxons, James Righton. Withnail and IRichard E. Grant from Film.com was also on the guest list, as was screenwriter and producer Jemima Cahn.
Day 9
On the ninth day, Princess Beatrice also attended, and members of the royal family appeared in the box seats. girl Creator and star Lena Dunham was there as well, the two previously worked together on a comedy. treasureComedian Michael McIntyre was also in attendance with his wife Kitty. Alfie Star Sienna Miller and her boyfriend Oli Green were also in attendance, and musician Cliff Richard was also on the guest list.
Day 8
Comedian Lenny Henry enjoyed the eighth day match with his wife Lisa Makin, while singer and TV personality Nicole Scherzinger also watched the match alone, as her fiancé, international rugby player Tom Evans, was not present.
Day 7
The first weekend of Wimbledon saw a familiar cast of entertainment industry faces in the Royal Box. On the seventh day, former Bake Off Judge Mary Berry attended the tournament with her daughter Annabelle Bosher. Magic Mike's Last Dance Actress Salma Hayek, Love Actually With director Richard Curtis Pointless Presenter Richard Osman.
Sports presenter Gabby Logan was also out and about with her husband Kenny, a professional rugby player, after she recently revealed she had threatened to leave him after suffering an “emotional breakdown” due to menopause.
Day 6
As is tradition on the mid-tournament Saturday, many Olympians and sports stars sat in the Royal Box on Day 6 of Wimbledon.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola attended with his wife Cristina Serra, while England cricket captain Ben Stokes and Lionesses captain Leah Williamson attended with her father David.
The star-studded guest list from the world of sport was joined by Olympic gold medallist Jessica Ennis, cricketer Joe Root and cyclists Laura Kenny and Chris Hoy.
Day 5
Royal Box guests on night five included Dustin Hoffman, Marcus Wareing, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber and Emily Eavis.
Alumni Actor Dustin Hoffman attended with his wife Lisa, while the celebrity chef arrived at the convention with his wife Jane, and Glastonbury Festival organisers Eavis hosted another hugely successful year at Worthy Farm, where Dua Lipa and SZA were headliners.
Day 4
VIP attendees on Day 4 included Bear Grylls and the parents of Prince Charles. The 50-year-old adventurer and TV presenter attended with his wife Sharra, while Carole Middleton played tennis with Kate's father Michael.
third day
On the third day, Prime Minister Theresa May and tennis player Maria Sharapova were in the audience. May, who served as prime minister from 2016 to 2019, attended with her husband Philip, while the former world number one tennis player sat next to her fiancé, British businessman Alexander Gilkes.
Day 2
On the second day of Wimbledon, Sir Cliff Richard, Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl and Duran Duran's Simon Le Bon were among those watching the tennis drama unfold.
Richard, a regular in the audience, was joined by his friend, ITN news anchor Sir Trevor McDonald, while rock singer Grohl, 55, was joined by his wife, director Jordyn Blum, and sat next to Duran Duran's Le Bon.
first day
The opening day crew included a familiar A-list crowd, including David Attenborough, Baroness Floella Benjamin and David Beckham.
98 year old Earth The presenter and his daughter Susan have traditionally watched matches together at previous tournaments, while former England footballer Beckham is known to take his mother Sandra to the tennis championships every year.
