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Wimbledon's Royal Box is known for hosting a star-studded guest list, and there are plenty of familiar faces in the stands on the 12th.
They will watch as seven-time winner Novak Djokovic takes on Lorenzo Musetti, and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz takes on Daniil Medvedev in the men's semi-finals at the All England Club.
Last week, Murray thanked Wimbledon organisers for an “emotional” farewell ceremony after his final appearance at the Championships began with a loss alongside brother Jamie in the men’s doubles.
Every year, the Royal Box is a hub for celebrity events, such as last year when American singer Ariana Grande sent fans into a frenzy when she appeared in the men's singles final without wearing her wedding ring.
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The Royal Box, situated in prime Centre Court, has been used for the entertainment of friends and guests of Wimbledon since 1922 and has 74 exclusive seats. Invitations are issued by the Chairman of the All England Club, but suggestions may be made by members of the Organising Committee of the Championships and the Lawn Tennis Association.
Many celebrities are repeat guests, such as Beckham and his mother Sandra, while new generations of actors and public figures are inducted into the VIP world of Wimbledon each year.
Discover all the familiar faces in the Wimbledon Royal Box below:
Day 13
Several famous stars rushed to watch some live tennis as Wimbledon reaches its final stages. On Saturday (July 13), Hollywood star Kate Beckinsale (Chancethe Underworld franchise) was sitting in the royal box next to Fallen from heaven and 1917 Director Sam Mendes and Strictly come dancing Professional Johannes Radebe. Hugh Jackman, who is in London to promote his new film, Deadpool and WolverineAlso in attendance were theatre director Ian Rickson, singer Ellie Goulding and former tennis players Billie Jean King and Martina Navratilova.
Day 12
On the final Friday of Wimbledon we saw many familiar faces on stage and on screen in the Royal Box. Bridget Jones Actor Hugh Grant arrived accompanied by his wife Anna Eberstein. Meanwhile, Mafia Mc star James Norton, Oppenheimer Actor Rami Malek, Thousands of millions' Damian Lewis, comedian Sharon Horgan and The Devil Wears Prada Favorite Stanley Tucci was in attendance.
“Goldfinger” singer Dame Shirley Bassey also stepped out, days after receiving her Companion of Honour award for services to music from the King on Tuesday (July 9).
Day 11
On the 11th, six-time Wimbledon singles champion Billie Jean King and her partner Ilana Kloss, a former Wimbledon junior champion and number one ranked doubles player, were in attendance. Gavin & Stacey's Rob Brydon was also in the stands, along with Endeavor Actor Roger Allam.
Day 10
Bjorn Ulvaeus, of Abba fame, was spotted out on the 10th, alongside Hollywood royalty Keira Knightley and her husband James Righton, the former Klaxons singer. Withnail and IRichard E Grant was also on the guest list, joined by screenwriter and producer Jemima Khan.
Day Nine
Royalty graced the box on the ninth day, with Princess Beatrice in attendance. In an unlikely pairing, British actor Stephen Fry and Girls Creator and star Lena Dunham also went together. They co-starred in the comedy film TreasureComedian Michael McIntyre was also there 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 eight
Comedian Lenny Henry was joined by his wife Lisa Makin as he enjoyed the day eight matches. Singer and TV personality Nicole Scherzinger also attended the matches solo as her fiancé and international rugby player Thom Evans appeared to be absent.
Seventh day
The first weekend of Wimbledon saw familiar faces from the entertainment industry sitting in the royal box. On the seventh day, former Bake Judge Mary Berry attended the tournament with her daughter Annabel Bosher. She also sat in during the action. Magic Mike's Last Dance Actress Salma Hayek, True love Director Richard Curtis and Useless Presenter Richard Osman.
Sports presenter Gabby Logan also dated her husband, professional rugby player Kenny, who she recently revealed she had threatened to leave during a menopausal “meltdown”.
Day six
As is tradition on the central Saturday of the tournament, the sixth day of Wimbledon featured a long list of Olympic athletes and sports stars seated in the Royal Box.
In attendance were Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, who was accompanied by his wife Cristina Serra; England cricket captain Ben Stokes; and Lionesses captain Leah Williamson, who was with her father David.
Continuing the star-studded guest list, Olympic gold medallist Jessica Ennis, cricketer Joe Root and cyclists Laura Kenny and Chris Hoy also made an appearance.
Day five
Royal box guests on day five included Dustin Hoffman, Marcus Wareing, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Emily Eavis.
The graduate Actor Dustin Hoffman attended with his wife Lisa. Meanwhile, the celebrity chef arrived at the tournament with his wife Jane, and Glastonbury Festival organiser Eavis was coming off another successful year at Worthy Farm, which featured standout performances from Dua Lipa and SZA.
Day four
VIPs on day four included Bear Grylls and the Princess of Wales' parents. The 50-year-old adventurer and TV presenter attended alongside his wife Shara, while Carole Middleton stepped out to play tennis alongside Kate's father Michael.
Day Three
On the third day, Theresa May and tennis star Maria Sharapova were in the stands. The former prime minister, who held office from 2016 to 2019, attended alongside her husband Phillip. Meanwhile, former world number one Sharapova took a seat next to her fiancé, British businessman Alexander Gilkes.
Day two
The second day of Wimbledon featured Sir Cliff Richard, Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl and Duran Duran's Simon Le Bon all watching the tennis drama.
Richard, who is a familiar face in the crowd, was joined by his friend and ITN news presenter Sir Trevor McDonald. Meanwhile, rocker Grohl, 55, was accompanied by his wife and manager Jordyn Blum, and Duran Duran's Le Bon sat next to him.
Day one
The first day's celebrity line-up included a familiar crowd, including David Attenborough, Baroness Floella Benjamin and David Beckham.
The 98-year-old man Planet Earth The presenter and his daughter Susan have made it a tradition to attend matches together at previous tournaments. Meanwhile, former England footballer Beckham is known to take his mother, Sandra, to tennis championships every year.
