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Kate Middleton and Prince William Attend 'Digger' World Premiere at Odeon Leicester Square

other · 2026-09-22

As part of the Royal Film Performance, the Prince and Princess of Wales graced the world premiere of 'Digger' at the Odeon in Leicester Square, an event organized by the Film and TV Charity to support behind-the-scenes industry workers. Kate dazzled in a purple chiffon gown featuring a plunging neckline, pleated bodice, and flowing sleeves, complemented by the Queen Mother's heart-shaped amethyst pendant necklace, previously worn by Queen Camilla at the 2012 'Skyfall' premiere. This outfit marked a shift from Kate's usual minimalist choices, such as the two-tone Roland Mouret gown from 'Top Gun: Maverick' in 2022. Historically, the royal couple has attended films that uplift the human spirit, including 'Tenacity on the Tasman' (2009) and 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' (2013). In 'Digger,' Tom Cruise portrays an oil tycoon whose reckless drilling leads to an ecological crisis, prompting a comical quest for redemption.

Key facts

  • The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the world premiere of 'Digger' at the Odeon in Leicester Square
  • The event was part of the Royal Film Performance, the Film and TV Charity's flagship fundraiser
  • Kate wore a purple chiffon gown with a plunging neckline, pleated bodice and billowing sleeves
  • She paired the gown with the Queen Mother's heart-shaped amethyst pendant necklace
  • Queen Camilla previously wore the necklace to the 2012 premiere of 'Skyfall'
  • Kate wore a two-tone Roland Mouret stretch-cady gown to the 2022 'Top Gun: Maverick' premiere
  • She chose a white crochet Self-Portrait dress for 'A Street Cat Named Bob'
  • In 'Digger,' Tom Cruise plays an oil tycoon whose drilling triggers an ecological disaster

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Artists

Institutions

  • Odeon
  • Film and TV Charity
  • Royal Film Performance
  • Self-Portrait
  • Vogue

Locations

  • Leicester Square
  • London
  • United Kingdom

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