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Manchester Evening News
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Liv Clarke

Why was Katy Perry at the King’s Coronation

Around 2,000 guests were inside Westminster Abbey on Saturday to witness the coronation of King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla. World leaders, foreign royalty and members of the public attended the historic event.

There were a number of famous faces in the crowd too, including TV presenters Ant and Dec and Dame Judi Dench. But there was one celebrity whose presence caused some confusion.

US pop singer Katy Perry was among those taking their seat at the abbey for the coronation. Walking in with British Vogue editor Edward Enninful, the singer wore a baby pink outfit and posed for selfies with people inside the abbey.

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A video of her even went viral as she struggled to find her place. Although she later tweeted to her fans: “don’t worry guys i found my seat”.

The singer was invited to attend the coronation for her work as an ambassador for The British Asian Trust, a charity founded by King Charles when he was still the Prince of Wales. She was given the role due to her work with other global organisations including Unicef and her own Firework Foundation and has met with the King before.

Katy Perry leaves Westminster Abbey following the coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla (PA)

Katy will also perform at the King’s Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle on Sunday evening. She will join the likes of Take That and Lionel Richie, who also attended the coronation.

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