Cher looked incredible as she joined Hannah Waddingham on stage at the Royal Variety Performance 2023 at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday evening.

The legendary singer, 77, put on an edgy display in a leather corset top and studded leggings as she sang tunes from her forthcoming Christmas album.

Hannah, 49, nailed the essence of royal glamour as she exhibited her curves in a bejewelled figure-hugging gown.

They were joined by the likes of Zara Larsson, McFly, and Lang Lang who performed with blind 13-year-old Lucy Illingworth, from Channel 4 talent contest The Piano.

Melanie C, Paloma Faith, Beverley Knight, Rick Astley, and this year’s Britain’s Got Talent winner, comedian Viggo Venn also took to the stage.

Cher looked incredible on stage at the Royal Variety Performance 2023 at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday evening
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She was joined by glamorous Hannah Waddingham
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Cher looked incredible as she joined glamorous Hannah Waddingham on stage at the Royal Variety Performance 2023 at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday evening

The legendary singer, 77, put on an edgy display in a leather corset top and studded leggings as she sang tunes from her forthcoming Christmas album
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The legendary singer, 77, put on an edgy display in a leather corset top and studded leggings as she sang tunes from her forthcoming Christmas album

Cher topped off her punky look by layering a white shirt underneath her top and accessorising with fingerless leather gloves. She added a studded choker with a disco ball charm and styled her long dark hair into waves. Hannah looked nothing short of sensational with a silk gold tie draped around her stunning ensemble, while she kept her platinum locks elegantly combed back. She has become even more of a national treasure after hosting the UK-based Eurovision song contest earlier this year. Belting out some of her hit songs, Zara, 25, wore a glitzy crop top, matching mini skirt and knee-high boots. Elsewhere, Mel C rocked the red carpet as she led the star-studded arrivals at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday evening. The Spice Girl, 49, looked as chic as ever as she flashed her blue bra under a statement white suit as she was among the first to take to the red carpet. She was joined on the red carpet by the likes of actress Hannah and Never Gonna Give You Up singer Rick Astley, 57, who looked typically dashing in a black suit.

They were joined by the likes of Zara Larsson (pictured), 25, and McFly
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They were joined by the likes of Zara Larsson (pictured), 25, and McFly

Cher topped off her punky look by layering a white shirt underneath her top and accessorising with fingerless leather gloves
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Cher topped off her punky look by layering a white shirt underneath her top and accessorising with fingerless leather gloves

She was joined on stage by four stunning backing dancers in tinsel dresses
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She was joined on stage by four stunning backing dancers in tinsel dresses

Bradley Walsh joined Cher on stage
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Bradley Walsh joined Cher on stage

Hannah nailed the essence of royal glamour as she exhibited her curves in a bejewelled figure-hugging gown
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Hannah nailed the essence of royal glamour as she exhibited her curves in a bejewelled figure-hugging gown

She looked nothing short of sensational with a silk gold tie draped around her stunning ensemble, while she kept her platinum locks elegantly combed back
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She looked nothing short of sensational with a silk gold tie draped around her stunning ensemble, while she kept her platinum locks elegantly combed back

Hannah has become even more of a national treasure after hosting the UK-based Eurovision song contest earlier this year
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Hannah has become even more of a national treasure after hosting the UK-based Eurovision song contest earlier this year

McFly donned all-black ensembles for their performance
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McFly donned all-black ensembles for their performance

Lang Lang played with blind 13-year-old Lucy Illingworth, from Channel 4 talent contest The Piano
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Lang Lang played with blind 13-year-old Lucy Illingworth, from Channel 4 talent contest The Piano

Belting out some of her hit songs, Zara wore a glitzy crop top, matching mini skirt and knee-high boots
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Belting out some of her hit songs, Zara wore a glitzy crop top, matching mini skirt and knee-high boots

The Swedish star danced alongside two women, who wore sequinned tops and cargo trousers
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The Swedish star danced alongside two women, who wore sequinned tops and cargo trousers

She looked stunning during her performance
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She looked stunning during her performance

The Prince of Wales took a minute to speak with Zara afterwards
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The Prince of Wales took a minute to speak with Zara afterwards

Paloma put on a dramatic performance
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Paloma put on a dramatic performance

The singer wore a flowing cream gown
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The singer wore a flowing cream gown

Rick Astley looked smart in a black suit during the show


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Rick Astley looked smart in a black suit during the show

The Muses from Disney's Hercules were beaming
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The Muses from Disney’s Hercules were beaming

Samantha Barks belted out a song from Frozen
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Samantha Barks belted out a song from Frozen

Comedian Tom Allen got the crowd laughing
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Comedian Tom Allen got the crowd laughing
The Royal Variety Performance is now watched by over 152 million TV viewers worldwide – however it won’t be broadcast until December 17. It is back for 2023 – and this year will see William, Kate in the royal box, along with Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and her husband, Prince Daniel.This year’s event promises to showcase ‘international stars, world-class theatre, sensational and hilarious comedy’ in the presence of its royal attendees. King Charles will not be present as he is at the COP28 climate summit held this year in the United Arab Emirates.Now in its 111th year, the event will be hosted by comedian Bradley Walsh. However, it will not be broadcast live on TV and will be shown on December 17 on ITVX.

McFly were seen greeting The Prince of Wales
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McFly were seen greeting The Prince of Wales

This year's Britain's Got Talent winner, comedian Viggo Venn also took to the stage
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This year’s Britain’s Got Talent winner, comedian Viggo Venn also took to the stage

He wore a velvet jacket and styled his hair in his typically crazy fashion
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He wore a velvet jacket and styled his hair in his typically crazy fashion
This year, the event is being held at the Royal Albert Hall and, as always, is in aid of the Royal Variety charity. As well as its famous royal attendees, the event was also host to a plethora of celebrities and well-known faces.  Mel, full name Mel Chisholm, attended the event alongside theatre pal Ben Forster. She looked ever the sporty spice, as she gave a glimpse of her toned abs underneath the iconic ensemble. Mel was very glammed up for her evening out, with her chestnut locks styled into loose waves, while adding a hint of red nail polish. The royals themselves brushed off the fallout from a ‘race row’ reignited by journalist Omid Scobie as they beamed upon arrival at the event. Kate, 41, paired her stunning gown with an equally dazzling smile as she stepped out in Kensington, showing no sign of anguish after a turbulent week for the royal family following the release of a bombshell book.

Mel C led the star-studded arrivals at the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday evening
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Hannah nailed the essence of royal glamour as she exhibited her glorious curves in a bejewelled figure-hugging gown
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She was joined by singer Paloma Faith
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Mel C led the star-studded arrivals at the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall on Thursday evening, joining Hannah and Paloma Faith

Hannah's stunning attire boasted a large silk drape that acted as a train
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Hannah’s stunning attire boasted a large silk drape that acted as a train

The Prince and Princess of Wales put on a business-as-usual attitude as they attended the Royal Variety Performance 2023 amid a deepening race row reignited by Omid Scobie
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The Prince and Princess of Wales put on a business-as-usual attitude as they attended the Royal Variety Performance 2023 amid a deepening race row reignited by Omid Scobie

The royal balcony with Prince Daniel, Duke of Västergötland and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Prince William and Kate
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The royal balcony with Prince Daniel, Duke of Västergötland and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Prince William and Kate

The royal couple beamed as they stepped out of the car and onto the red carpet ahead of a night of entertainment
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The royal couple beamed as they stepped out of the car and onto the red carpet ahead of a night of entertainment
Amid the controversy, the Princess of Wales maintained a ‘business as usual’ attitude as she attended the annual event with Prince William and their guests, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden. Kate’s stunning teal floor-length gown featured flared sleeves and was paired with diamond jewellery. She wore her thick brunette locks in curls. Meanwhile Prince William looked sharp in a black tuxedo, and he acted as the perfect gentleman as he held out his hand for his wife as they took to the red carpet.The British royals will no doubt be hoping an evening of entertainment at the Royal Albert Hall will distract from an awkward week after the 2021 controversy resurfaced.