Royal wedding: Who Prince William and Kate Middleton invited

Prince William and Kate Middleton have invited 1,900 people to join them when they tie the knot Friday at Westminster Abbey. Here's a look at some notables on the list, from Grammy-winners to representatives criticized by the international community for violating human rights.

Britain's rich and famous (but not royal)

Evan Agostini/AP
Shown in this April 20 photo, Singer Elton John attends the world premiere of 'The Union' featured as the opening night gala screening at the Tribeca Film Festival, in New York.

Sir Elton John, who brought comfort to grieving Britons with his performance of “Candle in the Wind” at Princess Diana’s funeral, will now be attending her son’s wedding (but not performing). He’ll be joined by many other British celebrities, including filmmaker Guy Ritchie, the Beckham family, songwriter Joss Stone, actor Rowan Atkinson (better known as Mr. Bean), and billionaire entrepreneur Richard Branson, who will be taking a break from attempts at world records in order to attend.

2 of 5
You've read 3 of 3 free articles. Subscribe to continue.
CSM logo

Why is Christian Science in our name?

Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that.

The Church publishes the Monitor because it sees good journalism as vital to progress in the world. Since 1908, we’ve aimed “to injure no man, but to bless all mankind,” as our founder, Mary Baker Eddy, put it.

Here, you’ll find award-winning journalism not driven by commercial influences – a news organization that takes seriously its mission to uplift the world by seeking solutions and finding reasons for credible hope.

Explore values journalism About us