Sir Cliff Richard, 81, dons Wimbledon’s famous colours as he entertains the crowd at centre court with an impromptu sing-a-long
Sir Cliff Richard entertained centre court spectators at Wembley on Sunday as he sung his hit Summer Holiday for the enthusiastic crowd.
The 81-year-old showed off his vocal range as she sang acapella encouraging the audience to join him waving their hands during the impromptu performance.
The national treasure donned a smart piece suit for the occasion which was emblazoned with the tournament’s famous purple and green stripe.
Sing song: Sir Cliff Richard, 81, donned Wimbledon famous colours as he entertained the crowd at centre court with an impromptu sing-a-long on Sunday
The ensemble was decorated with gold buttons, which the Living Doll hitmaker layered over a crisp white shirt.
Completing the look with a red rose in his lapel the singer wore his chestnut locks smarty parted to one side.
Grasping the microphone firmly Cliff entertained from the Royal box as tennis fans cheered and sung along.
Legend: The Living Doll hitmaker’s suit was decorated with gold buttons, which he layered over a crisp white shirt
Captive audience: As if on cue, Sir Cliff Richard was on his feet with mic on hand, ready to entertain the Wimbledon guests with an impromptu performance – whether they liked it or not
Smarty pants: Completing the look with a red rose in his lapel the singer wore his chestnut locks smarty parted to one side
Centre Court hosted musical celebrations before a full day of tennis on middle Sunday for the first time to celebrate its centenary.
Veteran tennis broadcasters Sue Barker, John McEnroe and Clare Balding talked through 100 years of history on the court from 1.30pm, before British singer Freya Ridings performs to thousands of spectators.
The Royal box had been due to host Harry Potter author JK Rowling, but she pulled out last minute on Sunday morning because her companion, former tennis player Martina Navratilova, had contracted Covid, according to the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC).
Crooner: Grasping the microphone firmly Cliff entertained from the Royal box as tennis fans cheered and sung along
Celebrations: Centre Court hosted musical celebrations before a full day of tennis on middle Sunday for the first time to celebrate its centenary
Clap along: The audience clapped along as well as waving their arms
A spokesperson said: ‘JK Rowling was going to be a guest of Martina Navratilova’s today, and unfortunately Martina’s agent has confirmed that Martina has Covid and is now unable to attend the royal box.’
An array of famous faces enjoyed the matches at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
And leading the stars at the sporting event was Sienna Miller, 40, Daisy Edgar-Jones, 24.
Actress Sienna looked the epitome of chic in a white lace strapless dress, while exhibiting her cinched waist with a black belt.
Live: An array of famous faces enjoyed the matches at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (Cliff Richard and Twiggy pictured)
Star-studded event: Sienna Miller (left) and Daisy Edgar-Jones (right) cut glamorous figures on the day
She elevated her height in a pair of beige heels and accessorised with several pieces of matching gold jewellery.
Sienna opted for a bronzed makeup palette with a pink lip, while scraping her blonde locks back into a bun.
Daisy turned heads in an eye-catching satin yellow midi dress, teamed with cream heels while letting her brunette locks fall naturally to her shoulders.
Big day: Veteran tennis broadcasters Sue Barker (pictured), John McEnroe and Clare Balding will talk through 100 years of history on the court from 1.30pm, before British singer Freya Ridings performs to thousands of spectators
Entertainment: Centre Court is hosting musical celebrations before a full day of tennis on middle Sunday for the first time to celebrate its centenary
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