William hails Sir David Attenborough's 'remarkable milestone' at 100th birthday concert

"It is a rare privilege to celebrate a century of life, but it is rarer still when that person has transformed the way we see the only home that we have - planet Earth."

"Over the decades, the King continued, Sir David had "revealed the beauty and wonders of nature to audiences around the world in new and marvellous ways". "In so doing, you have shared my determination to highlight the urgent need to protect and preserve this precious planet of ours - and all life on Earth - for future generations. "Thank you for all that you have done, and on behalf of the whole nation, I wish you a very happy 100th birthday.""

"Meanwhile, a cast of helpers from the natural world helped deliver a card written by King Charles from Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire to Sir David's hands at the concert in London. Birthday messages from a string of A-listers including Leonardo DiCaprio and Dame Judi Dench were played on screen during the show."

"Guests joining host Kirsty Young on stage included broadcaster Sir Michael Palin, a friend of Sir David's, while there were performances from musicians including Sigur Ros and Bastille's Dan Smith. In a pre-recorded video, the King was seen writing his letter to Sir David, which said he and the Queen sent their "warmest congratulations on such a special occasion"."

Sir David Attenborough celebrated his 100th birthday with a special concert at London’s Royal Albert Hall featuring memories, live music, and guest appearances. Prince William congratulated him for transforming how people see the only home they have, planet Earth. Helpers from the natural world delivered a card written by King Charles from Balmoral Castle to Attenborough at the concert. Birthday messages from major celebrities were shown during the event. King Charles sent warm congratulations and credited Attenborough with revealing nature’s beauty and wonders worldwide while sharing a determination to protect and preserve the planet for future generations. The Queen’s dog, Moley, appeared as the letter was written.

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