Jessie J didn’t let the blustery weather dampen her spirits as she beamed while her dark locks were blown around on the red carpet at the Royal Variety Performance on Wednesday night.
The singer, 37, led the stars arriving at the Royal Albert Hall as she wrapped up from the cold in a baggy black hoodie and long black skirt.
Yet she wasn’t the only one to be beaten by the windy weather as Katherine Jenkins was also seeing struggling to tame her dress between snaps.
The Welsh singer, 45, looked sensational in a colourful floaty dress which featured a matching draped scarf.
However it seemed the material wasn’t quite windproof as it kept getting swept up by the breeze.
Jessie has had a challenging year after being diagnosed with breast cancer and undergoing in a mastectomy in June.
Jessie J didn’t let the blustery weather dampen her spirits as she beamed while her dark locks were blown around on the red carpet at the Royal Variety Performance on Wednesday night.
Yet she wasn’t the only one to be beaten by the windy weather as Katherine Jenkins was also seeing struggling to tame her dress between snaps
The singer, 37, appeared in great spirits as she beamed while tossing her dark locks and striking a pose
The star later informed fans she would need a further operation and was forced to cancel her tour as she puts her health first.
Smiling from ear to ear on Wednesday she was joined at the event by fellow singer Tom Fletcher.
The McFly star kept it dapper in a checked navy suit, navy tie and white shirt.
Queen legend Roger Taylor and his wife Sarina were also in attendance as was Strictly professional dancer Johannes Radebe.
Johannes made sure all eyes were on him as he wowed in a sparkly red dress with tasseled skirt and knee high red lace up heels.
Comedians Jason Manford, who is hosting the evening, and Tom Davis also beamed on the carpet ahead of the annual event.
The Prince and Princess of Wales made a dazzling entrance tonight, which senior members of the Royal Family take turns to support.
William and Catherine arrived outside the main entrance to the building, the Princess looking elegant in a full-length green velvet evening gown. The Prince was dapper in black tie.
The hitmaker wrapped up from the cold in a baggy black hoodie and long black skirt
Katherine looked sensational in a colourful floaty dress which featured a matching draped scarf
Johannes Radebe made sure all eyes were on him as he wowed in a sparkly red dress with tasseled skirt and knee high red lace up heels
Tom Fletcher kept it dapper in a checked navy suit, navy tie and white shirt
Queen legend Roger Taylor and his wife Sarina were also in attendance
Kathrine accessorised with a pair of dangly diamond earrings
The Prince and Princess of Wales made a dazzling entrance tonight, which senior members of the Royal Family take turns to support
The Princess looking elegant in a full-length green velvet evening gown
The pair were seen smiling from the Royal balcony
Katherine took to the stage to perform
The couple applauded while Kate held her silver sparkly clutch bag
Gladiators Giant and Diamond – Jamie Christian Johal and Livi Sheldon showcased their impressive muscular physiques on the red carpet
The Royal Variety Performance will light up London’s Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday.
The annual charity bash, which boasts a star-studded line-up of top British and international talent, will be broadcast on ITV.
With a global audience of 152 million, organisers hail it as the world’s most successful and longest-running entertainment show, now in its 113th year.
This year, the Prince and Princess of Wales will add a touch of royal glamour to the evening as they take their seats among the star guests.
The show once again raises vital funds for the Royal Variety Charity, supporting those in the entertainment industry who need care and assistance.
Les Misérables is expected to deliver a show-stopping moment, with a staggering 400 performers, including Michael Ball, Matt Lucas, Katy Secombe, Bradley Jaden and Killian Donnelly, joining forces with the West End and Paris casts, plus amateur groups from across the UK, for a special 40th anniversary medley.
Paddington The Musical will also debut an exclusive performance, introduced by composer Tom Fletcher.
Jessie J will take to the stage with a deeply personal track, I’ll Never Know Why, from her upcoming album, while Madness will make their debut appearance. Grammy-winner Laufey will also perform.
Stephen Fry is slated for a special guest appearance following his recent run in the West End’s The Importance of Being Earnest.
She accessorised with sparkly silver dangly earrings
Jason Manford was all suited and booted ready to host the event
Comedian Tom Davis opted for a ornate gold patterned suit jacket
Johannes concealed his outfit as he made his way to the venue
His makeup looked fabulous as he took a night off from Strictly rehearsals
Kian Egan, Shane Filan and Nicky Byrne of Westlife looked dapper in their matching black suits and bow ties
Roger was joined by Midge Ure (L) and Gary Kemp (middle)
Christopher Biggins, Su Pollard, Lesley Joseph and Livi Sheldon made sure all eyes were on them on the carpet in their elaborate costumes
Icelandic singer Laufey shone in a silver floral patterned dress
Tom was joined by James Hameed and Arti Shah
Michael Ball, Katy Secombe, Matt Lucas, Killian Donnelly and Bradley Jaden were also in attendance
Britain’s Got Talent winner Harry Moulding will showcase a magical illusion, with comedy from Tom Davis and Mick Miller and pitch-perfect impressions from the Dead Ringers cast.
Sir Bob Geldof, Midge Ure and special guests will present a one-off performance from the Live Aid musical Just For One Day, and Johannes Radebe will wow audiences with an extract from Kinky Boots.
Adrian Stoica and his talented border collie, Hurricane, winners of America’s Got Talent, will make their UK debut with a specially choreographed routine.
Host Jason Manford last fronted the show in 2020 in Blackpool, where, due to COVID guidelines, he performed to a virtual audience. Before that, he had hosted three times since 2009.
