S Poddar
Fresh off his Euro 2024 heroics, England’s rising star Jude Bellingham wasn’t celebrating with just teammates this week. He traded his cleats for a sharp suit and hit the red carpet in London for a star-studded event that had everyone buzzing.
The occasion? The launch party for Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s new gin, Gin & Juice, held at the legendary Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace. Bellingham wasn’t the only athlete in attendance. Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk and his wife Rike Nooitgedagt were there, and van Dijk even scored a photo op with none other than basketball legend LeBron James. James, rocking a bucket hat, also cozied up with Luther star Idris Elba for a pic.
It wasn’t just sports royalty; the party was a melting pot of celebrities. Bellingham himself hung out with Elba, and the guest list boasted names like NBA stars Anthony Davis, Bam Adebayo, Jason Tatum, and Derrick White. Shaquille O’Neal even made an appearance, taking the stage at some point during the night.
Music, magic, and more rounded out the evening. Magician Dynamo kept the crowd entertained, while Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock, rapper Big Narstie, entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury, actor Jeremy Renner, and presenters Vernon Kay and Tess Daly were all spotted enjoying the festivities.
