The Prince and Princess of Wales dazzled on the red carpet tonight as they joined acting legend Tom Cruise for the world premiere of his new film.
While it’s hard to outshine Hollywood royalty, all eyes were on the future king and queen as they arrived for the Royal Film Performance of ‘Digger’ at the Odeon Luxe on London‘s Leicester Square.
Princess Kate stunned in a purple flowing gown, wearing a love heart necklace and pearl drop earrings with her hair half-up-half-down, while Prince William looked dapper in black tie.
There was huge anticipation in advance of the princess’s latest red carpet look.
It was something of a reunion for the couple and Cruise, 64, who met at the UK premiere of his hit film Top Gun: Maverick in May 2022.
Cruise is even reported to have organised a special screening of the movie for the Wales’s family after hearing the prince was a huge fan of the 1986 original.
Speaking about the Prince and Princess before their arrival, Cruise said: ‘I just love them. They are lovely people and I have great respect for them.‘
The star and the future king have also worked together at an event to support the London Air Ambulance charity.
The Princess of Wales beamed as she met the stars behind Cruise’s new film, Digger, at the Royal Film Performance
The Prince and Princess of Wales arriving at the Digger world premiere on Tuesday night
Kate stunned in a purple flowing gown, while William looked dapper in black tie
The royals met with Hollywood royalty as they chatted to acting legend Tom Cruise on the red carpet in London’s Leicester Square
It was something of a reunion for the couple and Cruise, 64, who met at the UK premiere of his hit film Top Gun: Maverick in May 2022
The purple loveheart necklace Kate was wearing was also worn by Queen Camilla at the Royal World Premiere of ‘Skyfall’ at the Royal Albert Hall on October 23, 2012
Acting legend Tom Cruise joined the Prince and Princess of Wales on the red carpet for the premiere of his new film, Digger, in Leicester Square
Tom Cruise stars as Digger Rockwell in the new satirical black comedy film ‘Digger’
He has said of William: ‘We have a lot in common. We both love England and we’re both aviators. We both love flying.’
Tonight’s premiere, hosted by Warner Bros and held in aid of the Film and TV Charity, saw William and Catherine greeted by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of London and senior charity representatives before being escorted down the red carpet.
Digger is a satirical black comedy with Cruise playing a wealthy oil tycoon who unleashes an environmental disaster and then tries to prove he is the only man capable of saving the world.
The royals were introduced to members of the cast and creative team, including Cruise and filmmaker Alejandro G Iñárritu, before the cinema manager showed them to their seats in the auditorium, where they also met beneficiaries of the charity’s work.
The last Royal Film Performance was the premiere of Gladiator II in November 2024, which was attended by King Charles and Queen Camilla.
The King is patron of the Film and TV Charity, which benefits from royal premieres.
Prince William arrived earlier today at the ActOne community cinema in Acton, west London
2022: William and Kate met Tom Cruise at the Royal Film Performance for Top Gun: Maverick
Tonight’s event is the 73rd Royal Film Performance in the organisation’s 100-year history.
The charity provides support to those across the film, television and cinema industries, many working behind the scenes, with everything from mental and physical wellbeing to financial support. This includes a 24/7 helpline, free counselling and financial grants.
Prince William is also president of BAFTA, which supports film, television and video game production in the UK.
Digger was filmed at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire.
Kensington Palace said the Prince of Wales was ‘passionate about championing the British cinema industry’, from nurturing emerging talent and local filmmakers to celebrating major international productions.
His appearance tonight came after a visit to the ActOne independent community cinema in Acton, West London, where he served popcorn to shocked filmgoers and attempted to use the till.
He also met local filmmakers who have been supported by ActOne, highlighting the vital role grassroots organisations play in opening up opportunities for young people.
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