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King Charles Deejays with Idris Elba at Charity Gala
14 May
Summary
- King Charles celebrated his charity's 50th anniversary with a garden party.
- Actor Idris Elba attended events marking the National Youth Music Theatre anniversary.
- Helen Mirren, who played Queen Elizabeth twice, was a guest at the palace.
King Charles recently celebrated a significant milestone: the 50th anniversary of his King's Trust charity. On May 14, 2026, a garden party was held at Buckingham Palace to honor the occasion.
The event brought together dignitaries, beneficiaries, volunteers, and staff who have supported the organization's mission to help disadvantaged young people in the U.K. build confidence and skills to live, learn, and earn.
Among the distinguished guests was acclaimed actress Helen Mirren. Mirren, widely recognized for her portrayals of Queen Elizabeth II, has played the monarch on screen and stage, earning numerous awards. She has met the late Queen on several occasions.
Earlier on May 14, 2026, King Charles also attended events celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT). He was joined by actor Idris Elba, a former student of NYMT who benefited from The Prince's Trust in his youth. Together, they engaged with young students, observed workshops, and watched a performance.
Idris Elba later attended the King's Trust garden party, where he and King Charles humorously tested deejaying skills on a turntable, much to the amusement of onlookers.
Reflecting on the charity's 50 years, King Charles expressed pride in seeing beneficiaries return to support future generations, calling it a "wonderful virtuous circle."
