America's pop and political royalty roll out the red carpet for William and Kate as they meet Obama and Hillary Clinton - before bumping into Beyoncé and Jay-Z courtside at basketball game.

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were sat courtside for Monday's Brooklyn Nets vs Cleveland Cavaliers game. Singer Beyoncé, donning white-and-black shirt and pencil skirt, and Jay-Z were seated directly opposite them. Power couples were introduced in public view during second half of the Cavaliers' 110-88 win over the Nets

Royals later met Cavaliers' LeBron James who gifted them cupcakes and two jerseys - one for Prince George. NBA has recently announced partnership with William’s United for Wildlife organisation and a coach program. Kate donned glamorous grey coat by US designer Tory Burch with jeans;

William wore a blue suit and red tie. She and Mrs Clinton bonded over motherhood, with latter explaining how she used to sing to baby Chelsea. Wills and Obama joked about the birth of Prince George and discussed the UK and US's 'special relationship.

Couple expected to visit National September 11 Memorial Museum and Memorial Reflection Pools later today. dailymail.co.uk