Katherine Jenkins Holds Hands With Husband Andrew Levitas and Joins Mark Rylance Among Early Arrivals on Wimbledon’s Eighth Day
Celebrities Brave the Heat at Wimbledon as Weather Alerts Loom
(12:00 BST, 8 July 2025 | Updated: 12:13 BST, 8 July 2025)
Despite Britain’s famously fickle summer, Tuesday brought a brief respite for Wimbledon attendees as stars like Katherine Jenkins and Mark Rylance arrived for Day 8 of the tournament. The event, however, faces a looming heatwave, with health alerts issued across southern England.
Star-Studded Arrivals
Welsh mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins, 45, turned heads in a pastel pink floral dress with a cinched waist, accompanied by filmmaker husband Andrew Levitas, 47, who opted for a sharp three-piece suit. The couple mingled effortlessly under partly cloudy skies, their vibrant styles contrasting with the classic Wimbledon ambiance.
[Image: Katherine Jenkins and Andrew Levitas hand-in-hand at Wimbledon. Caption: Jenkins’ pastel dress and Levitas’ tailored suit made for a stylish entrance.]
Actor Mark Rylance, 65, brought his signature charm in an olive-green suit paired with a beige waistcoat and oxblood shoes. He posed alongside artist Lisa Barnard, both seemingly unfazed by the rising temperatures.
[Image: Mark Rylance and Lisa Barnard smiling at the event. Caption: Rylance’s raffish hat and eclectic suit added flair to his Wimbledon appearance.]
Heat Health Alert Issued
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued a seven-day yellow heat alert starting July 8, covering London, the Midlands, and southern regions. Temperatures are expected to hit low 30s°C by week’s end, meeting official heatwave criteria. Spectators and players alike are urged to stay hydrated, as the Met Office warns of “significant impacts” on public health services.
This follows June’s record-breaking heat, where London saw 34.7°C on July 1—the hottest Wimbledon opening day on record. England also experienced its warmest June, with two amber alerts issued late last month.
Fashion Meets Forecast
Jenkins’ breezy ensemble and Rylance’s layered look highlighted the delicate balance between style and practicality amid the heat.
[Image: Close-up of Jenkins’ pink dress. Caption: The singer’s floral dress combined elegance with summer ease.]
As matches continue, all eyes remain on both the court and the skies, with players and fans hoping the weather holds—or at least spares the infamous Wimbledon rain.
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