Shawn Mendes and Kylie Minogue at Prince William’s Earthshot Prize
The Prince of Wales attended the Earthshot Prize Impact Assembly at Pier 3 in Rio, part of a three-day summit bringing together government officials, indigenous leaders, and youth advocates. The gathering aimed to celebrate and expand innovative environmental projects worldwide.
On Wednesday night, stars walked the green carpet at the dazzling Earthshot Prize Awards. The event showcased inspiring stories from the past year and emphasized crucial investments that enable finalists to grow their environmental solutions.
Global performers Shawn Mendes and Kylie Minogue responded to Prince William’s invitation to headline the show in Rio de Janeiro. Kylie, 57, shone in a Stella McCartney “rewear” outfit and expressed admiration for the event’s purpose during a live Sky News broadcast.
“Amazing people doing incredible things.” — Kylie Minogue
In his speech, Prince William addressed the crowd with heartfelt encouragement.
“I understand that some might feel discouraged in these uncertain times. I understand that there is still so much to be done. But this is no time for complacency, and the optimism I felt in 2020 remains ardent today.” — Prince William
Author’s Summary
Prince William’s Earthshot Prize in Rio gathered world leaders and stars to honor environmental innovation and inspire renewed global commitment to sustainability.