Princess Kate set to miss ceremony as star-studded line up unveiled for Prince William’s major event
Prince William’s Earthshot Prize ceremony is set to take place in Cape Town next month, featuring a star-studded lineup including supermodels Heidi Klum and Winnie Harlow.
The event, now in its fourth year, will showcase African innovation in environmental solutions.
Klum and Harlow will join other high-profile guests on the green carpet, helping to announce the five winners of the prestigious £1 million prize for contributions to environmentalism.
The ceremony aims to harness what organisers describe as an “explosion of innovation” on the African continent, which saw a significant increase in nominations for this year’s award.
The event will be hosted by American actor Billy Porter, known for his flamboyant style, alongside South African broadcaster Bonang Matheba. Robert Irwin, son of the late Steve Irwin and an Earthshot global ambassador, will also be in attendance.
The guest list includes a mix of international and African celebrities, many of whom are household names across the continent. This diverse lineup aims to generate interest throughout the region.
Winnie Harlow, who has her own vegan and reef-safe skincare range, has previously championed sustainable fashion. In 2022, she attended the British Fashion Awards in a haute couture vegan dress made from cocoa bean husks.
Heidi Klum has also voiced support for sustainable fashion, acknowledging the industry’s need for improvement in this area.
The Earthshot ceremony promises to be a night of extraordinary storytelling and musical performances, celebrating environmental efforts across the planet with a particular focus on Africa.
Performers will include Davido, Diamond Platnumz, Lebo M, the Ndlovu Youth Choir and Uncle Waffles.
The event will be broadcast in 50 markets across Africa during Earthshot Week, during which Prince William will undertake a series of engagements in Cape Town.
These activities will highlight the urgent need for environmental solutions.
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The ceremony in Cape Town marks the first time the Earthshot Prize has been held on the African continent, following previous events in London, Boston, and Singapore.
The Earthshot Prize, founded by Prince William in 2020, aims to award £1 million to five winners annually for a decade.
Notably, the Princess of Wales is not expected to join her husband in South Africa.
She continues to prioritise her recovery after completing chemotherapy treatment.