Louise Redknapp, 48, performs with glam Michelle Gayle, 52, at her latest London gig
Louise Redknapp rocked in a deconstructed suit as she took the stage for her An Evening With Louise concert in London on Thursday night.
The singer, 48, was joined by Michelle Gayle, 52, as they entertained a star-studded crowd of celebrity friends at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
Louise showed off her tight midriff in a white cropped shirt she wore with dress pants and a silver glittering tie, while she shed her fitted blazer as the night wore on.
She accentuated her age-defying features with a light layer of makeup and styled her blonde locks loose.
Former Eternal singer Louise showcased her impressive vocals before treating the audience to stories from her award-winning career.
Chic: Louise Redknapp, 48, looked chic in a deconstructed suit as she took the stage for her An Evening With Louise concert in London on Thursday night
Celebrity Friends: Louise (left) was joined by Michelle Gayle, 52 (right) as they entertained a star-studded crowd of celebrity friends at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
Meanwhile, Michelle was very busty in a plunging black and gold dress with wide sleeves and ruffles.
It comes after Louise said she “often” embarrasses her son when her songs blast from her car when she drops him off at school.
The pop star is mum to sons Charley, 18, and Beau, 14, with her ex, English footballer Jamie Redknapp, 49, who she divorced in 2017 after 19 years of marriage.
Singer Louise rose to fame as a member of the girl band Eternal after they released their debut album Always & Forever in 1994, before embarking on a solo career that saw them sell five million records in the UK and 15 million worldwide.
And Louise says her tunes still get on the radio often, making her youngest son go red-faced when they play when she drops him off at the school gates.
She said The Sunday times: ‘The worst case scenario, which is surprisingly common, is when one of my songs comes on the radio as we approach the school gates.
‘ Of course Beau thinks that’s terrifying and says: ‘ Park around the corner. Please.”‘
“I have no idea if my boys think I’m a cool mom, but I have a great relationship with both of them and they are very supportive of what I do.
Confidence: The stunner exuded confidence on stage
Style: Louise showed off her toned midriff in a white cropped shirt she wore with dress pants and a silver glittery tie, taking off her fitted blazer as the night wore on
Gorgeous: Louise (left) accentuated her age-defying features with a light layer of make-up and styled her blonde locks loose
Busty: Meanwhile, Michelle (right) put on a very busty display in a plunging black and gold gown with billowing sleeves and ruffled details
Dance the night away: Later, Louise’s former Eternal bandmate Kéllé Bryan (right) joined in for a few songs
Leggy: The Loose Women star sizzled in a hot pink blazer dress and leopard print heels
“They don’t say much because they’re teenagers, but I know they’re proud, which I sometimes hear when they don’t realize I’m within earshot.”
However, her eldest son Charley is free from such situations as he is now a college student in Arizona.
The star said she and ex Jamie traverse the responsibilities of parenting between them as they co-parent side by side, each playing to what they do best.
“Jamie and I share the after-school football pick-ups, and Beau is often with his dad, so my favorite nights are when me and Beau are alone,” she explained.
“I’m a real cook, but I still enjoy making him dishes he loves, like steak and chips with an egg on top and broccoli on the side.”
Louise also revealed that she is “open” to the idea of dating again after her breakup with Jamie.
Crooner: Michelle (right) and Louise (left) performed a slew of songs
Fun times: Just like before, Louise and Kéllé had an incredible rapport on stage
A little help: they were joined by backing singers and a live band
Memory lane: Kate Thornton (right) acted as moderator of the evening
The former contestant on Strictly Come Dancing admitted that she is not actively looking for a new partner, but is keeping her options open for what might come next.
She told the paper: “People ask me about dating and while I wouldn’t say I ever actively seek out, I have an open heart for what the future may hold.”
Although Louise has considered the idea of dating again, she said her energy is currently only focused on her two boys and her job.
It comes after the news that Louise and Olly Murs will lead the stars playing at Flackstock festival 2023 in tribute to their late friend Caroline Flack.
Caroline tragically took her own life on February 15, 2020 at the age of 40.
The festival is back for a second year with a host of celebrities joining forces to raise money for four charities close to Caroline’s heart.
Home time? Louise was later seen leaving in skin-tight jeans and a baseball jacket
Bag lady: Kate swapped her gorgeous dress for a casual T-shirt as she headed out laden with bags
Wow: Michelle looked sensational in the dress she wore on stage, which also had a thigh-high slit
Leggy: Kéllé showed off her toned legs in a pair of teeny-tiny jeans
Great night: Linda Robson enjoyed the show as an audience member
Among the acts playing at Englefield House, Berkshire, on July 24 are Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Jason Manford and The Feeling.
Dean Matrona and JP Cooper will also perform at the festival in memory of Caroline.
There will be performances by Matt Richardson, Charlie Mackesy and BBC Strictly dancer Janette Manrara and Aljaz Škorjanec that day.
Throughout the day there will be celebrity DJ sets from All Saints star Mel Blatt, Denise Van Outen and Steve Proud.
Awkward: It comes after Louise said her tunes are still often on the radio, causing her youngest son Beau, 14 (pictured), to have a red face when they play as she drops him off at the school gates
Lucky escape? However, her eldest son Charley, 18, is free from such situations as he is now a college student in Arizona
Olly, 39, had a close friendship with the presenter after they co-presented The Xtra Factor.
The singer previously revealed that he tried to meet Caroline not long before her death, but he failed to meet Caroline, she never showed up and he is “always” thinking about it.
Louise became good friends with Caroline after reaching out to her when she was going through a rough time following the breakup of her 19-year marriage.
After raising an extraordinary £325,000 in 2022, the money raised from Flackstock 2023 will once again be split equally between Choose Love, Mind, Samaritans and Charlie Waller Trust.
The event will take place in the grounds of Englefield House following the summer concerts as part of Heritage Live on the site presented by Giles Cooper Entertainment.
Caroline’s mum Christine told MailOnline: ‘Last year was bigger and more successful than we could have ever imagined, so we’re thrilled to have the festival back for a second time.’