Britain's royal family, politicians and sports stars are among the VIPs attending the London Games.
VIPs at the Olympics
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth (R) speaks to Prime Minister David Cameron as she arrives for the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium July 27, 2012.
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U.S. first lady Michelle Obama stands next to British footballer David Beckham during an event at the U.S. embassy in central London July 27, 2012.
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth visits the Aquatics Centre with London 2012 Olympics Games chief Sebastian Coe (L) July 28, 2012
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Britian's Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, stand in front of the Spanish team before the men's road cycling race at the London 2012 Olympic Games at The Mall July 28, 2012.