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Royal Variety Performance 2025: Star-Studded Tribute Unveiled

12/21/2025

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Manford Hosts Variety

The Royal Variety Performance 2025 will air December 21, 2025, at 7:05 PM GMT on ITV1, hosted by Jason Manford.
The event was filmed November 19, 2025.
Performances include Jessie J, Harry Moulding, the cast of Les Misérables, a Paddington: The Musical special, and a 40th-anniversary tribute to Les Misérables with over 400 performers.
The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the event.

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Northern Irish Trio Shines

Three Northern Irish amateur performers—Karl McGuckin, Samuel Moore, and Boyd Rogers—were chosen from more than 300 applicants for the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Les Misérables.
They performed alongside West End stars as part of a program blending traditional variety acts with musical performances.
The show culminated with a rendition of Les Misérables.
The event will be broadcast on ITV One.

History

Historical Context

The Royal Variety Performance, established in 1912, showcases the UK's rich entertainment heritage, evolving from music halls and vaudeville. In 1980, over 1,000 performers, including The Beatles, highlighted its significance. The 2025 event commemorates the 40th anniversary of Les Misérables, emphasizing the enduring legacy of musical theatre and the role of live performances in fostering community pride, attended by the Prince and Princess of Wales.

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Manford Hosts Variety

The Royal Variety Performance 2025 will air December 21, 2025, at 7:05 PM GMT on ITV1, hosted by Jason Manford.
The event was filmed November 19, 2025.
Performances include Jessie J, Harry Moulding, the cast of Les Misérables, a Paddington: The Musical special, and a 40th-anniversary tribute to Les Misérables with over 400 performers.
The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the event.

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