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5 Celebs Who Met King Charles at His Latest Royal Event

The King May 12, 2026
BY MARY ANTHONY
Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Aaron Chown - Pool
Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Aaron Chown - Pool
It's not uncommon to see stars from the world of sports and showbiz sharing the frame with members of the royal family, and it was evident on King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to the US as well. The King’s Trust, formerly known as the Prince's Trust, marked its 50th anniversary on May 11, 2026, at the Royal Albert Hall, with King Charles III and Queen Camilla in attendance. The gala celebrated the charity's work benefiting over 1.5 million young people since 1976, featuring performances by Rod Stewart and Rita Ora, and an awards ceremony honoring the program's success stories.
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George And Amal Clooney
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George And Amal Clooney

George and Amal Clooney have a strong relationship with King Charles III and the British Royal Family, primarily through their support of The King's Trust, celebrating its 50th anniversary in May 2026. They are actively involved in the charity, and Amal was recognized with the Women’s Empowerment Award. Their interactions with King Charles highlighted their commitment to the charity.

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Rita Ora
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Rita Ora

Rita Ora is a Global Ambassador for The King's Trust, a position which she has held for four years. She actively supports the charity by performing and co-hosting events, including the 50th-anniversary celebration at the Royal Albert Hall in May 2026. Ora has a long-standing relationship with the charity, having performed previously at The Prince's Trust Awards in 2016.

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Sir Idris Elba's Connection
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Sir Idris Elba's Connection

Sir Idris Elba has an emotional connection with The King’s Trust, having benefited from a grant in his youth that helped launch his acting career. He supports the organization through his Elba Hope Foundation, which runs the "Creative Futures" project in Manchester, providing free training in the creative industries to young people. Elba is also working on a Netflix documentary celebrating the trust's 50th anniversary, titled "The King, His Trust And Me," to put emphasis on the importance of "paying it forward" to assist youth from similar backgrounds.

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Benedict Cumberbatch's Consistent Support
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Benedict Cumberbatch's Consistent Support

Benedict Cumberbatch is closely associated with The King's Trust, a UK charity aiding vulnerable young people. Key aspects of his involvement include attending the 50th anniversary celebrations at the Royal Albert Hall, where he met King Charles III. He serves as an ambassador and participates in prominent events to promote the charity's mission.


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Lily Collins's Elegance
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Lily Collins's Elegance

At the King’s Trust Celebration, the "Emily in Paris" actress, Lily Collins, donned a strapless, ankle-length gown with cascading rhinestones in a puzzle-piece pattern from Carolina Herrera’s Fall 2026 show. Complemented by gold peep-toe pumps and hoop earrings, her look stood in contrast with the yellow-gold ensembles that other stars turned up in.

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