Alfie Boe on his invite to the wedding of Meghan Markle’s bestie Priyanka Chopra to Nick Jonas

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Alfie Boe exclusively tells Closer about his A-list pals – and how his wife keeps him grounded

He’s sold more than a million records in the UK and regularly mingles with the stars, but Alfie Boe insists he has stayed humble under the spotlight.

Speaking to Closer, the Lancashire-born singer, 45, discusses his packed star-studded schedule and life at home in America with his wife, Sarah.

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He says, “In America I have a lot of famous friends. Some are actors and great musicians, including Joe Jonas, 29, and his brothers. I first worked with Joe when he was just 11 years old in a Broadway production of La Bohème, before working with his brother Nick, 26, in the 25th anniversary production of Les Misérables.”

And Alfie is looking forward to Nick’s wedding to Meghan Markle’s best friend, Priyanka Chopra, 36.

The singer and actor chuckles, “I’ll see if I can get a selfie with Meghan. But if I don’t receive an invite to the big day, I’ll be straight on the phone to Nick!”

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Swanning around with the stars isn't an unusual occurrence for Alfie, who currently lives in Salt Lake, Utah with wife Sarah.

But after experiencing fame, Alfie reveals how he stays so grounded, “I try not to be arrogant. My wife would belt the hell out of me if I got too big for my boots – she definitely wears the trousers. At home I cook and do the dishes”

And the star admits he takes on the dirty work, too.

He explains, “We have a 10-month-old field retriever and I have to clean up after his mess. I do it all!”

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