On June 3, 2002, Buckingham Palace hosted an unforgettable musical moment during the “Party at the Palace,” a grand celebration marking Queen Elizabeth II’s 50 years on the throne. A stellar lineup of music icons, including Brian May, Paul McCartney, Roger Taylor, Eric Clapton, Rod Stewart, and others, united to perform The Beatles’ timeless anthem, “All You Need Is Love.”

This powerful tribute not only celebrated John Lennon’s enduring influence but also paid homage to late music legends like George Harrison and Freddie Mercury. Originally written by Lennon, “All You Need Is Love” made history on June 25, 1967, when it was broadcast live via satellite during the “Our World” program—reaching over 400 million viewers across 25 countries, the first global live performance of its kind.