Overview
- Broadcast on BBC One from the Royal Albert Hall on 8 November, the Royal British Legion’s Festival of Remembrance was hosted by Hannah Waddingham.
- Rod Stewart opened with Sentimental Journey and later performed Sailing, prompting a split response on X between critics of the lively opening and supporters citing his long ties to military causes.
- King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and the Princess of Wales attended with Prince George making his first appearance, while the Prince of Wales was away returning from COP30.
- This year’s program marked the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and 25 years since the UK lifted the ban on gay, lesbian, and bisexual personnel serving openly.
- Performances featured Sam Ryder, Keala Settle, and military bands, and Stewart was later shown in posts by Penny Lancaster meeting veterans after the show.