The Prince and Princess of Wales made a glamorous entrance at the Royal Variety Performance held at London's Royal Albert Hall. This annual event, cherished by the royal family, saw the couple arrive on the red carpet, just days after Kensington Palace confirmed their attendance. Kate Middleton captivated onlookers in a stunning dark green velvet gown with off-the-shoulder detailing, complemented by her signature loose curls and diamond drop earrings. Prince William matched her elegance in a black velvet suit jacket, casually worn over a white dress shirt and bow tie. This marks the sixth occasion that the royal couple has attended the performance, and notably, it is their first since Kate's recovery from cancer earlier this year. The evening promises a star-studded lineup, featuring performances from pop star Jessie J, Grammy award-winning singer Laufey, the band Madness, and actor Sir Stephen Fry. Among the highlights is a performance by the cast of the new Paddington musical, adapted from the beloved books by Michael Bond. The musical showcases the famous bear through a unique two-person team, with James Hameed as the remote puppeteer and Arti Shah as the on-stage performer. Kate reminisced about her previous encounter with Paddington Bear in 2017, when she danced with a costumed character at Paddington Station. The late Queen Elizabeth II also had a memorable moment with Paddington during her Platinum Jubilee, revealing her fondness for marmalade sandwiches, the bear's favourite treat. Following her passing in 2022, tributes included Paddington soft toys and marmalade sandwiches left outside Buckingham Palace. Hosted by comedian Jason Manford, the evening will also feature a special performance from the Live Aid musical, introduced by singer-songwriters Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure. Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe will showcase an excerpt from the musical Kinky Boots, leading to a grand finale with 400 performers, including Michael Ball, Matt Lucas, and Katy Secombe, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the award-winning musical Les Miserables. The Royal Variety Performance, now in its 113th year, first took place in 1912, attended by King George V and Queen Mary. Each year, royal guests grace the event, and this year, William and Kate return after last attending in 2023. Last year, King Charles attended solo, as Queen Camilla was unable to join him due to health issues.