Shawn Mendes and Kylie Minogue at Prince William Earthshot Prize
Prince William attended the Earthshot Prize Impact Assembly at Pier 3, part of a three-day summit in Rio de Janeiro. The event gathered government officials, indigenous leaders, and youth advocates to celebrate impactful environmental projects.
The Green Carpet event on Wednesday night showcased global stars Shawn Mendes and Kylie Minogue, who headlined the Earthshot Prize Awards. The awards recognize innovative environmental initiatives, a cause deeply important to the Prince of Wales.
Event Highlights and Participants
- The summit in Rio united various stakeholders to share inspiring stories from the past year.
- It emphasized investments empowering finalists to expand their environmental solutions worldwide.
- Kylie Minogue wore a Stella McCartney "rewear" outfit, applauding the prize's mission during a live Sky News broadcast.
"Amazing people doing incredible things," Kylie Minogue said of Prince William's Earthshot Prize.
Prince William's Address
During his heartfelt speech, the Prince acknowledged the challenges ahead but encouraged perseverance and hope:
"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 [when he set up the awards], remains ardent today."
The Earthshot Prize continues to inspire and mobilize efforts toward environmental recovery and innovation.
Author's summary: Prince William's Earthshot Prize Awards in Rio spotlighted influential environmental leaders and brought hope through inspiring stories and star-studded support.