Wimbledon 2024: Star-Studded Royal Box Kicks Off Tournament with Celebrities and Sports Icons
Wimbledon has opened its gates, and the Royal Box is already brimming with a star-studded guest list featuring sports stars, actors, and presenters.
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Wimbledon
Emma Raducanu and defending men’s champion Carlos Alcaraz highlight the opening day at the All England Club. Meanwhile, Andy Murray will decide this evening whether to play singles after undergoing an operation to remove a spinal cyst before the tournament. The 37-year-old expressed his desire to “feel the buzz” on Centre Court one last time and achieve some “closure” before ending his career.
Above the mingling crowds, fans can expect to see some famous faces over the next two weeks. Each year, the Royal Box is a focal point for celebrity sightings, such as last year when American musician Ariana Grande caused a frenzy by appearing at the men’s singles final without her wedding ring. The event also attracted an A-list crowd, including Ian McKellen, Nick Jonas, Maggie Smith, Daniel Craig, Andrew Garfield, Stormzy, and the Prince and Princess of Wales.
The Royal Box at Wimbledon
The Royal Box, situated in the prime-viewing location at Centre Court, has entertained friends and guests of Wimbledon since 1922. It has 74 exclusive seats, with invitations sent by the Chairman of the All England Club. Members of The Championships’ Organising Committee and The Lawn Tennis Association can also make suggestions. Many celebrities are returning faces each year, like David Beckham and his mother Sandra, while newer celebrities and actors are introduced to Wimbledon annually.
Notable Celebrities in the Royal Box Today
Sir David Attenborough and his daughter Susan
The 98-year-old Planet Earth presenter and his daughter Susan have made a tradition of attending the games together over the years.
Alexander Armstrong and his son Rex
The Pointless presenter is in the stands with his son, Rex, on Wimbledon day one.
Sir David Beckham and his mother Sandra
The former England footballer is known for bringing his mother, Sandra, to the tennis championships each year.
Baroness Floella Benjamin and husband Keith Taylor
The actor and presenter, known for children’s programs such as Play School, will be watching from the Royal Box today.
Jamie Cullum
“These are the days” musician Jamie Cullum, one of the UK’s biggest-selling jazz artists, will be watching as Emma Raducanu takes on Mexico’s Renata Zarazua.
