Famous tennis fans were out in full force this afternoon - in their finery - to catch a glimpse of some of the action on Centre Court on the second day of Wimbledon.The Royal Box, where the biggest names in sport, showbusiness and high society are lucky enough to spectate from, welcomed the likes of British actress Celia Imrie, BBC Radio 1 Breakfast host Greg James and Thursday Murder Club author Richard Osman.And the first action on Wimbledon's showcourt didn't disappoint, with defending champion Iga Swiatek feeling the heat from US tennis star Taylor Townsend. The pair took a set apiece before Iga finally took hold of the match, winning the third set 6-3. Other figures with the hottest tickets in town today included Lady Rose Gilman, the Duke of Gloucester's daughter, singer Jamie Cullum and Harry Potter and Killing Eve star Fiona Shaw.Also in the box was British former tennis player Deborah Jevans CBE, singer Alfie Boe and radio presenter Mollie King and her partner former professional cricketer Stuart Broad.Read on to discover who's who in the Royal Box today at SW19... Mollie King and Stuart Broad Ex England cricket star Stuart Broad, his wife Mollie King and Radio 1 DJ Greg James share a chat in the Royal Box on Day twoMollie King and Stuart Broad opted for matching cream suits as they attended day two of the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club on Tuesday.The radio presenter, 39, and the former professional cricketer, 40, led the star-studded arrivals before taking their place in the Royal Box on Centre Court.Mollie looked chic in her neutral skirt suit, which featured black detailing on the cuffs and collar, styled with a black quilted Chanel bag and shades.Meanwhile Stuart was sporting a pale double breasted-linen jacket with matching trousers, over a white shirt and orange tie with brown suede loafers for the occasion. The couple, who have two daughters Annabelle, three, and Liliana, 18 months, are regular attendees at the annual London tennis event.Richard Osman and Ingrid Oliver Best-selling author Richard Osman was spotted sharing a joke with a fellow tennis fanThe TV quiz show star, 55, was joined at Wimbledon by his wife Ingrid, right, who he married in December 2022Other guests included TV host and author Richard Osman, 55, and his actress wife Ingrid Oliver,48, who looked chic in a cream and navy pinstripe suit. Richard is best known for once co-presenting the quiz show Pointless until 2022 and is the author of the Thursday Murder Club book series.He has since presented BBC Two quiz shows Two Tribes and Richard Osman's House Of Games.The best-selling novelist was joined at Wimbledon by his wife Ingrid, whom he married in December 2022.The couple, who now live in West London, met when she was a contestant on his House of Games quiz show in 2020.Ingrid is best known for her role as Petronella Osgood in Doctor Who.After falling for each other during the summer of 2020, Ingrid subsequently moved into Osman's south-west London home that October.Their relationship finally became public knowledge in November 2021, when they stepped out together holding hands in London during a shopping trip.In December 3, 2022, the couple tied the knot in a 'magical' ceremony at Goodwood House, the Duke of Richmond’s West Sussex seat.Cliff Richard No sing-a-long for Cliff today but the 1950s pop idol looked delighted to be back as a spectatoron Centre Court Following the recent heatwave, there was no chance of Sir Cliff Richard being asked to perform an encore of his famous 1996 rain break musical interlude.Cliff performed six songs back then for a total of 20 minutes to a stunned audience that included Prince and Princess Michael of Kent and Joanna Lumley.Today, the pop star, now 85, showed his love for tennis is still going strong. Looking smart in a patterned light blue and white suit jacket with a blue and silver striped tie and sunglasses, the 1950s pop icon chatted to Wimbledon officials and his fellow Royal Box celebrities before taking his seat. Celia Imrie Captivated: Actress Celia Imrie looked engrossed with the tense first match on Centre Court between Ig Acting royalty in the Royal Box: Celia Imrie chats to Killing Eve star Fiona Shaw ahead of the first match between Iga Swiatek and Taylor TownsendCelia Imrie is a British actress and author famous for her roles in Bridget Jones, Calendar Girls and Mamma Mia! Here we go again. Celia, 73, has starred in the Netflix series The Diplomat since 2023 and has also worked in theatre.She was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2023 for services to drama.In 2006, Celia won an Olivier Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical for Acorn Antiques: The Musical!Patrick McEnroe You cannot be serious...John McEnroe's younger brother Patrick takes his seat alongside his wife Melissa ErricoThe way to get a seat in the royal box? Be the sibling of a tennis legend. While John McEnroe was commentating at Wimbledon this afternoon, his brother Patrick, also a brilliant tennis player in his prime, got to enjoy simply watching it. McEnroe the younger was joined by his wife, the US actress Melissa Errico.Fiona Shaw Actress Fiona Shaw, wearing an on trend shade of chocolate, looked fully invested as she watched the first match on Centre Court Ms Shaw attended with her wife, the Sri Lankan economist Sonali DeraniyagalaMore acting royalty was spotted a couple of seats up from Celia Imrie, with Killing Eve and Harry Potter star Fiona Shaw taking her place alongside her wife, the Sri Lankan memoirist and economist Sonali Deraniyagala, who she wed in 2018. Ms Shaw, one of England's most famous stage and screen actresses, wore a deep chocolate shirt dress for the occasion with a simple pair of pearl earrings finishing the look. Jamie Cullum Jazz star Jamie takes his seat on Centre Court ahead of the afternoon's matches on day twoJamie Cullum looked dapper at Wimbledon this afternoon in a sharp black fitted suit with a pin stripe shirt and a dark red polka dot tie. The singer, known for his energetic performances on stage, was without wife Sophie Dahl for the occasion. The jazz star, 46, cut a youthful figure with close cropped hair and a classic pair of black RayBan sunglasses. Greg James British broadcaster Greg James chats to fellow radio star Mollie King at WimbledonThe Radio 1 DJ and children's author Greg James took his mum, Rosemary Milward, for an afternoon out at SW19. The broadcaster, who fronts the Breakfast Show, wore a loose-fitting navy jacker with a blue and red tie, teamed with beige trousers for his date with Wimbledon.James is married to best-selling author Bellie Mackie, 42, who penned How To Kill Your Family in 2021. Alfie Boe Opera star Alfie Boe, 52, looked smart in a pale blue suit as he sat beside girlfriend Elizabeth Worthington on Centre CourtBritish musical theatre and opera star Alfie Boe, 52, is attending Centre Court this afternoon with his girlfriend Elizabeth Worthington, a 29-year-old business development manager.While Alfie opted for a summer-inspired light blue suit, Ms Worthington picked a pretty lace detail dress for the SW19 date. The renowned tenor, who separated from his first wife and the mother of his two children in 2020, released his first solo album of original songs earlier this year. Robert Peston Wearing a striking tie, ITV News Political Editor Robert Peston chatted to another newsman, Nick Robinson, ahead of play Political Editor for ITV News Robert Peston took a much-needed breather from the UK's tumultuous political scene to attend this afternoon's tennis. He was seated next to another famous news hound, BBC star Nick Robinson. Deborah Jevans British former tennis player Deborah Jevans CBE has been at the hallowed location numerous times, as a former junior Wimbledon champion.She also played 10 times in the women's singles (between 1979 and 1983). Her best result was reaching the fourth round, when she lost to fifth-seeded Virginia Wade.Ms Jevans also played in the doubles event, reaching the quarter finals of the mixed doubles event in 1978, playing with her future husband and Wimbledon referee Andrew Jarrett.She became the first chairwoman of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club Board in 2023, succeeding Ian Hewitt.In 2013, she was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the New Year Honours due to her services to Sport and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games', when she served as director of sports for the event.Lady Rose Gilman Lady Rose Gilman pictured left with her guest Sarah Jane SkinnerThe youngest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Lady Rose Gilman, attended Wimbledon alongside Sara Jane Skinner. The 46-year-old aristocrat and creative is known for her work in the film industry, including on the Harry Potter franchise. At Centre Court today, Lady Rose donned a pretty floral belted shirt dress in green and pink, with a pair of tortoiseshell sunglasses. Other notable attendees included Roy Colabawalla, President of the Lawn Tennis Association and Bridie Amos, who sat in the Royal Box alongside her husband Richard, who is an LTA Board Member and LTA Deputy President (from 2026).
Who's who in the Royal Box at centre court on Day Two of Wimbledon?
Day Two at SW19 has an illustrious guest list in the Royal Box, including ex cricketer Stuart Broad, Thursday Murder Club author Richard Osman and Celia Imrie.













