Alexandra Burke enjoyed a sweet moment with Rylan Clark, who cradled her growing baby bump as she hosted the Spring Ball 2022 fundraiser for the Melissa Bell Foundation and Style For Stroke on Tuesday.
The singer, 33, put on an ever-elegant display in a figure-hugging black gown featuring a feathered hem as she arrived at The Windmill Soho.
She elevated her height with a pair of dazzling silver heels and styled her braided tresses into an elegant half-up-half-down hairdo.
Adorable: Alexandra Burke enjoyed a sweet moment with Rylan Clark, who cradled her growing baby bump on Tuesday
She beamed from ear-to-ear while posing alongside Nick Ede, who put on a dapper display in an unmissable pink polo sweater.
Alexandra set up the foundation after being left devastated following the death of her mother, former Soul II Soul singer Melissa Bell, in August 2017.
Melissa, who was one of Soul II Soul’s lead singers between 1993 and 1996, passed away aged 53, after suffering from hereditary diabetes mellitus and kidney failure.
Gorgeous: Alexandra appeared to be glowing as she smiled for onlookers
Radiant: The singer, 33, put on an ever-elegant display in a figure-hugging black gown featuring a feathered hem as she arrived at The Windmill Soho
Pals: Appearing to be in high spirits, she beamed from ear-to-ear while posing alongside Nick Ede, who put on a dapper display in an unmissable pink polo sweater
Tragic: Alexandra was left devastated following the death of her mother, former Soul II Soul singer Melissa Bell, in August 2017. Pictured together in 2012
In honour of her mum – who worked with such stars as Liza Minnelli, Whitney Houston and Stevie Wonder – Alexandra set up the Melissa Bell Foundation.
It supports youngsters wishing to attend London’s prestigious Sylvia Young Theatre School.
Also in attendance at the fundraiser was Rylan, who looked suave in a black suit, which she wore with a coordinating buttoned-down shirt.
Dapper: Rylan also wowed onlookers as he attended the star-studded bash
Posing: He certainly looked suave in a black suit, which she wore with a coordinating buttoned-down shirt
Friends: Looking good: The Bad Boys songstress’s fellow X Factor alum was soon joined by Nick as they put on a friendly display while posing for the camera
The Bad Boys songstress’s fellow X Factor alum was soon joined by Nick as they put on a friendly display while posing for the camera.
It wasn’t long before the PR guru posed alongside Hayley Palmer, who put on a gorgeous display in a shimmering silver thigh-split dress.
Rylan was earlier seen emerging from the swanky Londoner hotel on Leicester Square, where he made sure to remain dry with a handy umbrella.
Stylish: It wasn’t long before the PR guru was joined by Hayley Palmer, who put on a gorgeous display in a shimmering silver thigh-split dress
Chic: Melissa Odabash put on a show-stopping display in a black suit
Confident: The former I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! contestant posed with her hand on her hip
Finishing touches: Amy finished her look with a pair of pointed nude flat heels with diamante detailing
Double trouble! Amy held hands with Love Island’s Lucinda Strafford as she arrived at the bash
Dressed to impress: Lucinda put on a very glam display in a black halterneck dress which featured a daring thigh-high split
Cute! Nick Ede and Melissa Odabash shared a hug as they posed for snaps together
The chart-topper announced on Valentine’s Day that she is expecting her first child with boyfriend Darren Randolph.
And Alexandra is embracing her changing shape, proudly showing off her baby bump in a slew of social media snaps on Thursday night.
She looked gorgeous as she posed in her underwear and cradled her bump, quipping that she had enjoyed some food and saw her baby bump ‘pop’.
Stylish: Melissa covered up in a chic white coat as she stood outside
Out of this world: Lara Fraser (left) sent temperatures soaring as she flashed her legs in a crushed velvet green miniskirt while Alex Murphy (right) dazzled in a sparkly dress
Attendees: Victoria Eisermann and Pola Pospieszalska wrapped up warm in black coats as they attended the Spring Ball
Shelter: The blonde beauty shielded from the rain beneath a large umbrella
Dazzling: They soon whipped off their outwear to reveal sparking gold dresses beneath
Lady in red: Kadeena Cox looked stunning in an off-the-shoulder scarlet gown
Alexandra beamed as she placed a hand on her growing bump while dressed in a sports bra and matching black underwear.
Another shot saw her beau Darren proudly kissing her bump, while the happy pair also posed for a sweet selfie.
‘Ate and popped’ Alexandra captioned the snaps which were taken in a swish London hotel room.
Talented: Alexandra belted out her greatest hits to the star-studded audience
Show-stopping: She ensured to wow the crowd with her vocal talents
In her element: She certainly appeared to be having a great time
Darren also shared a snap on Thursday as the couple enjoyed a spot of shopping in pink and blue Celine hoodies, writing in the caption ‘Boy or girl, what do you guys think?’
Alexandra recently revealed she has no plans on slowing down, saying she will continue to star in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and work on her fourth album.
Posting to her 828,000 followers last week, Alexandra looked sensational in a magenta dress, while Darren held her blossoming baby bump.
On his way: Rylan was earlier seen emerging from the swanky Londoner hotel on Leicester Square
Drizzly: He made sure to remain dry with a handy umbrella as he strolled through the capital
Sleek: Rylan wore his jet black locks in his typical swept-back look
Relaxed: The One Show presenter continued his look with a pair of suede shoes, which he matched to his belt
Buddies: He was joined by a friend as he made his way through Leicester Square
Captioning the shot, she penned: ‘We have received so many beautiful messages and well wishes!
‘Just wanted to say a big thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We are truly overwhelmed. Such an exciting time ahead. Thank you again.’
The mum to be added: ‘Btw – we are working away as usual! I’m still busy in the recording studio working on Album 4 which will be released this year.
‘Plus I’m excited to start rehearsals for @josephmusical on Monday and look forward to appearing in the show until Cardiff, before taking some time off and rejoining in Milton Keynes in September as planned.
‘Much love to you all.’
Time to go: Alexandra looked radiant as she made a cheerful exit from the venue after the ball
Easy does it: The pregnant star was given a helping hand as she made her way outside
Exit: Alexandra was seen climbing into her waiting car at the end of the night
Good times: Hayley Palmer put on an animated display as she left while Karen Ruimy flashed a smile while displaying her legs in a glittery mini dress
What a night: Kadeena smiled broadly as she stood outside the venue
Strike a pose: Nick was almost upstaged by the doorman as he stopped for photos outside
The singer shared the first glimpse of her baby bump with her followers in a heart-warming Valentine’s Day video announcement, which she captioned: ‘Due June 2022.’
Alexandra – who is five months pregnant – and her West Ham goalie partner – shared their happy news together with the artsy video.
The couple were filmed enjoying a stroll with their many pet pooches, before pausing at the edge of a lake.
Darren knelt down and planted a loving kiss on Alexandra’s bare tummy before they stood and shared a kiss.
The couple’s famous friends were quick to congratulate the parents-to-be, with Ore Oduba and Oti Mabuse leading the messages of goodwill.
Alexandra revealed to MailOnline last year she’s in a ‘really happy place’ with ‘lovely guy’ Darren – who she’s thought to have been dating since May 2021.
Her romance with Darren began after Alexandra split from footballer Angus MacDonald in October 2020, after 15-months of dating.
Exciting! The event comes after Alexandra announced on Valentine’s Day that she is expecting her first child with boyfriend Darren Randolph
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