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Simon Pegg — 'The World's Number One Tambourine Player' for 'A Sky Full of Stars'

Simon Pegg — 'The World's Number One Tambourine Player' for 'A Sky Full of Stars'

August 19, 2022

Outfit:Casual stage attire with tambourine
With:Coldplay (onstage)
Seats:Backstage / onstage (C-Stage)

What Happened: Simon Pegg at the Event

Simon Pegg joined Coldplay at Wembley Night 5 (August 20) after Chris Martin introduced him as 'the world's Number One tambourine player.' Pegg played tambourine for 'A Sky Full of Stars' as Martin asked the crowd to put away their phones. Pegg became an honorary Coldplay member, returning for the 2025 Wembley run.

Fan Reaction

Simon Pegg became a beloved recurring Coldplay guest — the world's most famous tambourine player

What Did Simon Pegg Wear?

Casual stage attire with tambourine

Who Was Simon Pegg With?

Coldplay (onstage)

Where Did Simon Pegg Sit?

Backstage / onstage (C-Stage)

Where Did Simon Pegg Eat?

Not publicly reported

Where Did Simon Pegg Stay?

London area resident

People Also Ask About Simon Pegg

Yes, Simon Pegg played tambourine with Coldplay at both the 2022 AND 2025 Wembley runs, introduced as 'the world's Number One tambourine player.'