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7 May 2023

In photos: Coronation for King Charles III

4:14 am on 7 May 2023
Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown, and Britain's Queen Camilla wearing a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown wave from the Buckingham Palace balcony after viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown, and Britain's Queen Camilla wearing a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown wave from the Buckingham Palace balcony after viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after their coronations. The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Photo: OLI SCARFF / AFP

Thousands gathered in London on Saturday to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III, the first coronation in 70 years.

Here is a look at the scenes from the Coronation and the processions.

Crowds view members of the Royal Family on the Buckingham Palace balcony viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

Crowds view members of the royal family on the Buckingham Palace balcony viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Oli Scarff / AFP

King Charles III and Queen Camilla and other members of the royal family look on from the Buckingham Palace balcony while viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, was crowned Queen alongside him. (Photo by James Manning / POOL / AFP)

King Charles III and Queen Camilla and other members of the royal family look on from the Buckingham Palace balcony while viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on 6 May, 2023, after the Coronation ceremony. Photo: AFP / Pool / James Manning

Crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace to view the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, was crowned Queen alongside him. (Photo by BRUCE ADAMS / POOL / AFP)

Crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace to view the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Photo: AFP / Pool / Bruce Adams

Members of the armed forces stand in formation as they prepare to give a royal salute on the lawn outside Buckingham Palace following the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla, in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Peter Dejong / POOL / AFP)

Members of the armed forces stand in formation as they prepare to give a royal salute on the lawn outside Buckingham Palace following the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla, in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: AFP / Pool / Peter Dejong

The British Royal Air Force's (RAF) aerobatic team, the "Red Arrows", perform a fly-past over The Mall in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)

The British Royal Air Force's (RAF) aerobatic team, the "Red Arrows", perform a fly-past over The Mall in central London on May 6, 2023, after the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Photo: AFP / Marco Bertorello

(Left to right) Prince Edward Duke of Edinburgh, James, Lady Louise Windsor, Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Charlotte of Wales, Princess Anne, Princess Royal, Catherine, Princess of Wales, Prince Louis of Wales, Prince William, Prince of Wales and a page of honour on the Buckingham Palace balcony to view the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

(Left to right) Prince Edward Duke of Edinburgh, James, Lady Louise Windsor, Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Charlotte of Wales, Princess Anne, Princess Royal, Catherine, Princess of Wales, Prince Louis of Wales, Prince William, Prince of Wales and a page of honour on the Buckingham Palace balcony to view the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Oli Scarff / AFP

The British Royal Air Force's (RAF) aerobatic team, the "Red Arrows", perform a fly-past over The Mall in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)

The British Royal Air Force's (RAF) aerobatic team, the "Red Arrows", perform a fly-past over The Mall in central London on May 6, 2023, after the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Photo: AFP / Marco Bertorello

Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown, waves from the Buckingham Palace balcony after viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after his coronation. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown, waves from the Buckingham Palace balcony after viewing the Royal Air Force fly-past in central London on May 6, 2023, after his coronation. Photo: OLI SCARFF / AFP

ritain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort travel in the Diamond State Coach, in the 'King's Procession', a journey of two kilometres from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / POOL / AFP)

Hundreds of people rush near Buckingham Palace for a good spot to see the royal family from the balcony after King Charles' Coronation on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Piroschka Van De Wouw / Pool / AFP

Britain's Princess Anne, Princess Royal, rides a horse during a procession following the coronation ceremony for Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by Jon Super / POOL / AFP)

Princess Anne, Princess Royal, rides a horse during a procession following the Coronation ceremony for King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Photo: Jon Super / POOL / AFP

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla travel in the Gold State Coach, built in 1762, back to Buckingham Palace from Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, after their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, was crowned alongside him and will now be known as Queen Camilla. (Photo by Danny Lawson / POOL / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla travel in the Gold State Coach, built in 1762, back to Buckingham Palace from Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, after their coronations. Photo: DANNY LAWSON / AFP

Kiwis living in Britain braved the rain to head to the procession.

Kiwis living in Britain braved the rain to head to the procession. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown, and Queen Camilla, wearing a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown leave Westminster Abbey after the Coronation Ceremonies in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by TOBY MELVILLE / POOL / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown, and Queen Camilla, wearing a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown leave Westminster Abbey after the Coronation Ceremonies in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: TOBY MELVILLE / AFP

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales returns back to Buckingham Palace from Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, after the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, was crowned alongside him, and will now be known as Queen Camilla. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales returns back to Buckingham Palace from Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: PAUL ELLIS / AFP

Britain's Prince Louis of Wales (L) and his brother Britain's Prince George of Wales depart following the Coronation Ceremony for Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla in Westminster Abbey in central London, on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Prince Louis of Wales (L) and his brother Britain's Prince George of Wales depart following the Coronation Ceremony for Britain's King Charles III. Photo: PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / AFP

Troops march on the day of the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / POOL / AFP)

Troops march on the day of the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / AFP

Prince Harry looks on as King Charles III leaves Westminster Abbey after the Coronation Ceremonies in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by Ben Stansall / POOL / AFP)

Prince Harry looks on as King Charles leaves Westminster Abbey after the Coronation ceremony in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: AFP / Pool / Ben Stansall

A person sporting a Union Jack waistcoat and wearing a small crown on his head, drinks following the Coronation Ceremony for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey in central London, on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / POOL / AFP)

A person sporting a Union Jack waistcoat and wearing a small crown on his head, drinks following the Coronation Ceremony for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey in central London, on May 6, 2023. Photo: PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / AFP

The Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland march on the day of the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camillain central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Richard Heathcote / POOL / AFP)

The Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland march on the day of the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camillain central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: RICHARD HEATHCOTE / AFP

Crowds at Coronation

Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Members of the public cover themselves against the rain as they wait for the return of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort outside Buckingham Palace, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)

Members of the public cover themselves against the rain as they wait for the return of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort outside Buckingham Palace. Photo: MARCO BERTORELLO / AFP

The crowd is coming up with clever ways to avoid the rain at the procession.

The crowd is coming up with clever ways to avoid the rain at the procession. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Britain's King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown leaves Westminster Abbey after the Coronation Ceremonies in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)

King Charles III wearing the Imperial state Crown leaves Westminster Abbey after the Coronation ceremony in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Paul Ellis / AFP

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby places a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown onto the head of Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort during the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London, on May 6, 2023, she will be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby places a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown onto the head of Camilla during the Coronation ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London, on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Yui Mok / Pool / AFP

The gun salute ceremony marking the moment King Charles III is crowned takes place at Horse Guards during the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 6, 2023 in London. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, was crowned alongside him and will now be known as Queen Camilla. (Photo by Charles McQuillan / POOL / AFP)

The gun salute ceremony marking the moment King Charles III is crowned takes place at Horse Guards during the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on 6 May, 2023 in London. Photo: Charles McQuillan / Pool / AFP

A 21 gun salute takes place after the Coronation Ceremony for the new King and Queen, Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla at Cardiff Castle on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Geoff Caddick / AFP)

A 21 gun salute takes place after the Coronation Ceremony for the new King and Queen, Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla at Cardiff Castle on May 6, 2023. Photo: GEOFF CADDICK / AFP

Prince William, Prince of Wales, kisses his father, King Charles III, wearing St Edward's Crown, during the Coronation ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

Prince William, Prince of Wales, kisses his father, King Charles III, wearing St Edward's Crown, during the Coronation ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Yui Mok / Pool / AFP

Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales touches St Edward's Crown on the head of his father, Britain's King Charles III, during the King's Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

Prince William, Prince of Wales, touches St Edward's Crown on the head of his father, King Charles III, after paying homage during the Coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Yui Mok / Pool / AFP

King Charles III with the St Edward's Crown on his head attends the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Aaron Chown / POOL / AFP)

King Charles III with the St Edward's Crown on his head attends the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Aaron Chown / POOL / AFP

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby places the St Edward's Crown onto the head of Britain's King Charles III during the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Aaron Chown / POOL / AFP)

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby places the St Edward's Crown onto the head of Britain's King Charles III during the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: AARON CHOWN / AFP

An anointing screen is erected for Britain's King Charles III during the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

An anointing screen is erected for King Charles III during the Coronation ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Yui Mok / Pool / AFP

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort attend their coronations at Westminster Abbey, in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

King Charles III swears and signs the oath, near Queen Camilla during the Coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey, in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Yui Mok / Pool / AFP

(From left) Prince William, Prince of Wales, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Catherine, Princess of Wales attend the coronation of King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

(From left) Prince William, Prince of Wales, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Catherine, Princess of Wales attend the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Yui Mok / Pool / AFP

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort attend their coronations at Westminster Abbey, in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort attend their coronations at Westminster Abbey, in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: YUI MOK / AFP

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort arrive at Westminster Abbey, in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Kirsty Wigglesworth / POOL / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort arrive at Westminster Abbey, in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of their coronations. Photo: KIRSTY WIGGLESWORTH / AFP

Britain's Princess Charlotte of Wales and Britain's Prince Louis of Wales arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PHIL NOBLE / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Princess Charlotte of Wales and Britain's Prince Louis of Wales arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: PHIL NOBLE / AFP

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP)

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronation of Britain's King Charles III. Photo: ODD ANDERSEN / AFP

Britain's Prince George of Wales (C) stands at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Andy Stenning / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Prince George of Wales (C) stands at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: ANDY STENNING / AFP

17th Century St Edward's Imperial State Crown is carried at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PHIL NOBLE / POOL / AFP)

17th Century St Edward's Imperial State Crown is carried at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III. Photo: PHIL NOBLE / AFP

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PHIL NOBLE / POOL / AFP)

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. Photo: PHIL NOBLE / AFP

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (center) attends the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort, at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Richard POHLE / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (centre) attends the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort, at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: RICHARD POHLE / AFP

Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales and Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)

Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales and Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales arrive at Westminster Abbey. Photo: PAUL ELLIS / AFP

Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort waves from the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, during the 'King's Procession', a journey of two kilometres from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort waves from the Diamond Jubilee State Coach. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PHIL NOBLE / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: PHIL NOBLE / AFP

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort begin their journey in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, in the 'King's Procession', a journey of two kilometres from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort begin their journey in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach. Photo: OLI SCARFF / AFP

An inside view of Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP)

An inside view of Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. Photo: GARETH CATTERMOLE / AFP

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins wearing a suit and Kakāhu as he departs for the Coronation.

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins wearing a suit and Kakāhu as he departs for the Coronation. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (L) and New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins attend a Realm Governors General and Prime Ministers Lunch, at Buckingham Palace in London on May 5, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend. (Photo by TOBY MELVILLE / POOL / AFP)

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales and New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins attend a Realm Governors General and Prime Ministers Lunch, at Buckingham Palace in London on May 5, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend. Photo: TOBY MELVILLE

Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro departs for the Coronation ceremonies in London.

Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro departs for the Coronation ceremonies in London. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / POOL / AFP)

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometre stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP

King Charles III leaves St James' Palace and travels to Buckingham Palace ahead of his coronation at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by James Manning / POOL / AFP)

King Charles III leaves St James' Palace and travels to Buckingham Palace ahead of his coronation at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - Photo: JAMES MANNING / AFP

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Onlookers view the proceedings from a window on Whitehall in central London on May 6, 2023, during the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / POOL / AFP)

Onlookers view the proceedings from a window on Whitehall in central London on May 6, 2023, during the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP

This photograph taken on May 6, 2023, in a newsroom in Paris shows screens broadcasting the televised coronation ceremony of Britain's King Charles III. (Photo by Emmanuel DUNAND / AFP)

This photograph taken on May 6, 2023, in a newsroom in Paris shows screens broadcasting the televised coronation ceremony of Britain's King Charles III. Photo: EMMANUEL DUNAND / AFP

LIVERPOOL - The coronation of Charles can be seen on large screens in the Eurovision Village (fan zone of the Eurovision song contest). Charles has been officially king since the death of his mother Elizabeth, but the coronation was still a long time coming. ANP SANDER KONING netherlands out - belgium out (Photo by Sander KONING / ANP MAG / ANP via AFP)

The coronation of Charles can be seen on large screens in the Eurovision Village in Liverpool, England. Photo: SANDER KONING / AFP

Well-wishers protect themselves against the rain as they wait along the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Niklas HALLE'N / AFP)

Well-wishers protect themselves against the rain as they wait along the route of the 'King's Procession' from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. Photo: NIKLAS HALLE'N / AFP

Well-wishers protect themselves against the rain as they wait along the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Niklas HALLE'N / AFP)

Well-wishers protect themselves against the rain as they wait along the route of the 'King's Procession' from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. Photo: NIKLAS HALLE'N / AFP

Well-wishers wearing masks of members of the Royal Family wait along the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE / AFP)

Well-wishers wearing masks of members of the Royal Family wait along the route of the 'King's Procession'. Photo: LOIC VENANCE / AFP

A royal fan poses for a photo as she lines the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by PAUL CHILDS / POOL / AFP)

A royal fan poses for a photo as she lines the route of the 'King's Procession' as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort Photo: PAUL CHILDS / AFP

American singer-songwriter Katy Perry takes selfie photos with guests at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, during the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP)

American singer-songwriter Katy Perry takes selfie photos with guests for the King's Coronation at Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP

US pop star Lionel Richie arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP)

US pop star Lionel Richie arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP

Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska and Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Andrew Milligan / POOL / AFP)

Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska and Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023, ahead of the coronation of King Charles. Photo: Andrew Milligan / POOL / AFP

US First Lady Jill Biden and her grand daughter Finnegan Biden arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Andrew Matthews / POOL / AFP)

US First Lady Jill Biden and her grand daughter Finnegan Biden arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: ANDREW MATTHEWS / AFP

Prince Andrew, Duke of York travels from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

Prince Andrew travels from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on 6 May, 2023. Photo: AFP / Oli Scarff

Police officers line the route of the 'King's Procession', a journey of two kilometres from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / POOL / AFP)

Police officers line the route of the 'King's Procession'. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by James Manning / POOL / AFP)

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession' in London. Photo: JAMES MANNING / AFP

The five uk based NZers who are part of the delegation - Rhieve Grey, Sarah Smart, Craig Fenton, Rebecca Scown, Ben Appleton

The five UK-based NZers who are part of the delegation - Rhieve Grey, Sarah Smart, Craig Fenton, Rebecca Scown, Ben Appleton. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the coronation of King Charles III. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Richard Heathcote / AFP)

Crowds arrive to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. Photo: RICHARD HEATHCOTE / AFP

Members of the anti-monarchist group Republic stage a protest close to where Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort will be crowned at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Republican opponents who want an elected head of state plan to protest on the day with signs declaring "Not my king". (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / POOL / AFP)

Members of the anti-monarchist group Republic stage a protest close to where Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort will be crowned at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP

TVNZ's special coverage of the Coronation of King Charles III.

TVNZ's special coverage of the Coronation of King Charles III. Photo: screenshot / TVNZ 1

Nick Cave (L) arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP)

Singer Nick Cave arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. Photo: ODD ANDERSEN / AFP

English actress Emma Thompson arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Jane Barlow / POOL / AFP)

English actress Emma Thompson arrives at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. Photo: JANE BARLOW / AFP

Royal watchers gather in London as the Coronation day dawns.

Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Workers cross the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE / AFP)

Workers cross the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometre stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, as they wait for Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort to pass in the Diamond State Coach, in central London, on 6 May 2023 ahead of their coronations. Photo: LOIC VENANCE / AFP

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)

Well-wishers line the route of the 'King's Procession' in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. Photo: MARCO BERTORELLO / AFP

Royal fans camping out along the procession route on The Mall, Buckingham Palace in central London, on 5 May, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend.

Royal fans camping out along the procession route on The Mall, near Buckingham Palace on Friday. Photo: AFP

Scenes from London as the Coronation day dawns.

Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Catherine, Princess of Wales speaks with well-wishers on The Mall near Buckingham Palace in central London, on 5 May, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend.

Catherine, Princess of Wales speaks with well-wishers on The Mall. Photo: AFP

Prince William, Prince of Wales speaks with well-wishers on The Mall near to Buckingham Palace in central London, on 5 May, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend.

Prince William, Prince of Wales speaks with well-wishers on The Mall, Photo: AFP

Memebers of Britain's Armed Forces march along the route of the 'King's Procession', a two kilometres stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE / AFP)

Members of Britain's Armed Forces march along the route of the 'King's Procession', a 2km stretch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, in central London, on May 6, 2023 ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III. Photo: LOIC VENANCE / AFP

Indigenous men perform a traditional smoking ceremony at a tree planting event to commemorate the coronation of Britain's King Charles III, at the Government House in Sydney on May 6, 2023. (Photo by Saeed KHAN / AFP)

Indigenous men perform a traditional smoking ceremony at a tree planting event to commemorate the coronation of Britain's King Charles III, at the Government House in Sydney on May 6, 2023. Photo: SAEED KHAN / AFP

Police in London as the Coronation day dawns.

Police in London as the Coronation day dawns. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

National Party supporters visiting London for the coronation join party leader Christopher Luxon for a pint at a Westminster pub.

National Party supporters visiting London for the coronation join party leader Christopher Luxon for a pint at a Westminster pub. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

A red London bus passes by as The Elizabeth Tower, commonly known by the name of the clock's bell, "Big Ben" displays a 'God Save the King' projection in central London, on May 4, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend.

A bus passes by Big Ben which is lit up with a 'God Save the King' projection in central London, ahead of the coronation. Photo: AFP

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