Fans thrilled as coronation concert featuring Katy Perry & Lionel Richie begins

KING Charles danced alongside Queen Camilla and a jubilant crowd of 20,000 people as Britain was treated to a spectacular coronation concert.

With the country continuing to celebrate Charles, 74, a one-off show at Windsor Castle saw the royals on their feet as they boogied to Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Take That.

The two-hour spectacular featured music from the likes of Paloma Faith, appearances from Piers Brosnan and Tom cruise and a heartfelt speech from Prince William.

Lionel Richie sang his much-loved All Night Long as Charles and the Royals danced.

Katy Perry performed her hit Roar as Princess Charlotte sang along with mum Kate.

Shen then dedicated her song Firework to Charles and the work they both do for the The British Asian Trust.

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Brit favourite Take That concluded the concert with a special feature from singer Calum Scott.

The King was on his feet waving a Union Jack as he danced along to the song Shine.

Prince George and Princess Charlotte were also up and waving their flags.

Closing the whole concert, the trio sang their 1995-hit Never Forget as the audience joined in.

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Earlier in the show, Prince William delivered a speech and paid tribute to the late Queen.

Wills said she's "keeping an eye on us" as he thanked Charles.

The Prince of Wales, 40, stepped onto the Union Flag stage decked out in red, white and blue at Windsor Castle to huge cheers.

He told how coronations are a "declaration of our hopes for the future".

Speaking just over 24 hours after swearing allegiance to the new King, the heir to the throne described the Royal Family’s collective pride in his “Pa”.

As Kate beamed with pride, Will said: "I want to say a few words about my father, and why I believe this weekend is so important.

“But don’t worry, unlike Lionel, I won’t go on all night long.

“As my Grandmother said when she was crowned, coronations are a declaration of our hopes for the future.

“And I know she’s up there, fondly keeping an eye on us. She would be a proud mother. 

“For all that celebrations are magnificent, at the heart of the pageantry is a simple message. Service.”

Wills referenced Charles’ message in his two-hour coronation yesterday.

He added: “My father’s first words on entering Westminster Abbey yesterday were a pledge of service.

“It was a pledge to continue to serve. 

“Because for over 50 years, in every corner of the UK, across the Commonwealth and around the world, he has dedicated himself to serve others, both current and future generations, and those whose memory must not be neglected.

"Pa, we are all so proud of you.”

As the new monarch and Camilla took their seats in the royal box, the concert kicked off with a performance from DJ Pete Tong.

Olly Murs sang his 2011 hit Dance With Me Tonight before Nicole Scherzinger took to the stage.

According to Tom Jones, Charles' personal cello was being used during the performances.

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The Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal College of Music and the Royal College of Art all came together to put on a special display.

Celebrating diversity, actress Sonam Kapoor delivered a spoken-word performance before the Commonwealth Choir and Steve Winwood took the stage.

Miss Piggy and Kermit the Frog then interrupted events as Charles giggled in his seat.

Presenter Hugh Bonneville said: "Security, if you see a pig in a dress you know what to do," as the Muppets left the stage.

Hollywood star Tom Cruise, James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan, Dynasty actress Dame Joan Collins, adventurer Bear Grylls and singer Sir Tom Jones appeared via video message.

And fashion designer Stella McCartney said the King has spent the last couple of decades "shining a spotlight on conservation and protecting our planet".

Prince William and Kate were front row with their kids Princess Charlotte and Prince George, who were waving the Union Jack flag.

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh arrived with their kids James and Louise.

Prince Andrew, Sarah Ferguson, Princess Eugenie and husband Jack were snapped in the Royal box.

Groups of celebrities arrived earlier in the evening including those who appeared on stage.

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The one-off show at Windsor Castle saw Katy Perry and Lionel Richie perform - who were also guests at the coronation on Saturday - and Take That.

There was also appearances from Andrea Bocelli, Welsh bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel and Chinese pianist Lang Lang.

Singer Freya Ridings, 29, had to pull out due to illness.

Hosted by Paddington and Downton Abbey actor Hugh Bonneville, those who watched were treated to a special evening.

Hugh recently said the Royal Family have been "the glue that bound our nations together" for the his generation and his parents'.

As masses of crowds started arriving on Sunday afternoon, many were having ticket problems.

The lack of signal in the castle grounds meant digital tickets were not loading.

People were reportedly having to join extra queues for the box office to get help.

Ahead of the concert thousands of street parties took place on Sunday as Brits basked in the sunshine.

And US First Lady Jill Biden was the star guest at Rishi Sunak’s gathering in Downing Street.

Kate and William joined royal fans earlier in the day as they geared up for the big bash.

Cheers erupted as the Prince and Princess of Wales greeted those who had made the journey to the castle.

They spoke to school friends Dion English, Sue Watson, and Lorraine Ramney, 54.

The Prince even tried some of Dion’s Purple Reign gin, which he then told Kate to try, and snuck off with one of their Return of the King beers.

Dion said: “I feel amazing that he tried my gin. He said it was very nice and he said ‘Kate, try this’.

“He took the Return of the King beer and said he’s going to ask his dad if he’s tried it.”

Lorraine added: “It was lovely of them to come over. They were lovely. Very friendly.”

Sue said: “They were asking us about why we were here.

“We wanted to be here to celebrate the coronation.

“I wasn’t expecting this at all though. It was lovely, really lovely.”

More than 3,700 lunch parties took place to mark King Charles III's coronation.

The new monarch was officially crowned on Saturday in a lavish ceremony in front of the world.

More than 18million Brits tuned in to see the new reigning royals at Westminster Abbey before they led a procession back to Buckingham Palace where they made a balcony appearance.

Thousands of fans cheered them from below as Charles and Camilla stood side by side donning their crowns and full regalia.

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A spokesperson for the Palace said the couple were "deeply touched" and "profoundly grateful" by the country's support.

They said: "Their Majesties were deeply touched by the events of yesterday and profoundly grateful both to all those who helped to make it such a glorious occasion - and to the very many who turned out to show their support in such numbers in London and further afield."

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