Simon Cowell was joined by his fiancee Lauren Silverman on his big night at the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards (Picture: Getty Images)
Naomi Campbell is typically known for hanging in her A-list fashion circles but she was among a different crowd last night, attending the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards alongside the likes of Holly Willoughby and Amanda Holden.
The ceremony sees Variety Club silver heart awards dished out to those who have made outstanding achievements in theatre, music, television, fashion and philanthropy.
Former X Factor boss Simon Cowell led the troops rocking up to the red carpet with his fiancee Lauren Silverman on his arm, both looking smart with the TV star in a grey suit and jumper and his longtime partner embracing the autumnal tone in a burgundy dress.
Simon’s Britain’s Got Talent co-star Amanda posed for photos alone donning a striking green gown with a high side split, while This Morning presenter Holly kept it muted in a sophisticated black dress.
Supermodel Naomi donned a silver combo with a two-tone satin dress and matching oversized blazer. She was in sync with Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid who wore a sparkly silver number with a black ribbon tied at her waist.
Naomi didn’t just swing by on a free night off as she was honoured for her outstanding contribution to fashion for her role in bringing positive change and inclusion on the catwalk and beyond.
Lauren delivered an emotional speech praising Simon as a father and stepfather as she presented him with the award (Picture: Getty Images)
Holly Willoughby looked demure in a simple black number (Picture: Getty Images)
Holly Willoughby brought the pizzazz in an eye-catching green gown (Picture: PA)
Naomi Campbell swapped her showbiz circle for the night (Picture: Getty Images)
Susanna Reid got the silver memo donning a very festive sparkling number (Picture: PA)
Speaking to PA at the event, she said: ‘It’s an incredible honour to receive the award – I mean just to be here is an honour.
‘To be here with everyone else receiving the awards is fabulous too, and that everyone can shine a light on the Variety club so they can continue doing great work.’
She continued: ‘When I started my career in the 70s and 80s this was such a coveted invitation to have.
‘I worked for many different people including Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd-Webber, various people that were recipients of the awards… now to actually receive an award.
‘I do remember the glamorous, expensive, cigar-filled events with a lot of fabulous illustrious power brokers and celebrities, and it’s brilliant what the Variety club does.’
As did award recipient Katherine Jenkins who also wore a sparkly dress (Picture: PA)
Beverley Knight wore a most exquisite hairstyle (Picture: Rex Features)
Gary Barlow, who won an award, was in cheerful spirits as he left the party (Picture: GC Images)
Mel C kept it sporty and chic in a hoodie-style minidress (Picture: Rex Features)
Claudia Winkleman was ready for business in her power suit (Picture: PA)
Simon received the exceptional generosity in philanthropy award, which was presented to him by his fiancee Lauren.
According to Hello! Magazine, she said in an emotional speech: ‘Simon has been teaching our son Eric the value and the importance of helping others – now I’m going to cry.
‘It means so much to me as a mum for our son to have a father, and my elder son Adam to have a stepfather who is such an amazing role model in so many ways.
Take That star Gary Barlow won the award for outstanding achievement in theatre and music, while Beverley Knight was recognised for her outstanding achievement in musical theatre.
Welsh classical singer Katherine Jenkins received the first Variety Club Duke of Edinburgh gold heart award for national excellence.
Other celebrity guests at the event, which took place at the London Hilton on Park Lane, included Kimberley Walsh, Spice Girls star Mel C, Debbie McGee and Al Murray.
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The stars attended the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards in London on Monday.
