With King Charles III's coronation still months away, it is reported that two major pop stars have turned down the opportunity to perform at the royal event.
While his Majesty has named several British musicians that he would like to see sing at the concert on May 7, one day after the King's formal coronation ceremony, a source have said that Adele and Ed Sheeran will not be appearing at the historical occasion, due to other commitments.
A source told the Mail on Sunday: "The King has suggested a number of people he would like to perform and Adele and Ed were on that list. He was very keen that they were part of the concert.
"There is a team set up to get the talent signed up so they approached the two of them, but got replies saying that they were unavailable, which was a massive disappointment. They are titans of the showbiz industry and are quintessentially British but also known across the globe. It's such a shame."
Ed Sheeran's concert dates show that he is scheduled to perform on May 6 in Texas, and while he could make the nine-hour trip back to the UK in time, it could prove difficult. The red-head crooner performed his hit single at the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee last June.
However, Adele has no published performances on the coronation dates May 6 and 7, with the last day of her Las Vegas residency taking place on March 25. Other celebrities who could make an appearance include Harry Styles, Lionel Ritchie and even the Spice Girls.
It was previously reported that the iconic girl band could reunite for a one off performance, as a source said that organisers are working to make it happen. If confirmed, it will be the first time in over 10 years since members Victoria Beckham, Melanie Brown, Mel Chisholm, Gerry Halliwell and Emma Bunton take stage as a full group - last joining forces to sing at the 2012 Olympics closing ceremony in London.
His Majesty officially became sovereign on September 8, 2022, the date of his mother Queen Elizabeth's passing. However, the official coronation is taking place at a later time to allow for a full period of mourning.
The two day event will be shown on BBC TV, radio and online. Members of the public can apply for tickets to the concert at Windsor Palace on its official website here.
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