Photos: UK royals join cast of new Bond film 'No Time To Die' for glitzy London premiere

Britain’s royals joined Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and the cast of ‘No Time to Die’ on the red carpet for the new Bond film’s world premiere Tuesday, a glittering event that marked the movie’s release after multiple delays caused by the pandemic. | Barbara Broccoli, left, and producer Michael G Wilson, centre right, walk with Britain's Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, right, Prince William, background, Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, centre and Prince Charles, centre left as they arrive for the world premiere.

Prince Charles, his wife Camilla, Prince William and his wife Kate the Duchess of Cambridge made a rare joint appearance at the premiere, and Kate stole the show with a sparkling gold cape dress by designer Jenny Packham.

The film, the 25th in the long-running series and Craig’s last outing as 007, was initially due to be released in April 2020. | Cast members Lashana Lynch, Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and director Cary Fukunaga on the red carpet.

Craig, who turned up for the red carpet at the Royal Albert Hall in a pink velvet dinner jacket, told reporters how relieved he was that the film was finally making its way to cinemas. “A year ago, this was just a dream. It didn’t look like we’d get here. But we have and I’m just happy that we’re here and we can celebrate with everybody,” he said. Craig, 53, has played the suave secret agent in five movies, beginning with ‘Casino Royale’ in 2006. Asked how he felt about saying goodbye to the role, he said: “I’m good. I’m really good about it.” As for who would be his successor, he simply quipped: “Not my problem.”

Actor Rami Malek, who joins the franchise as villain Safin, also met the royals. He was joined by Lashana Lynch, who plays the first Black female 00 agent Nomi, and Naomie Harris, who returns as Moneypenny.

Actress Judi Dench at the event.

Singer Geri Halliwell and her husband Red Bull team principal Christian Horner at the premiere.

Britain's Prince Charles, left, speaks with performers Finneas O'Connell and Billie Eilish.