Dua Lipa shares an emotional reunion with her music teacher from Sylvia Young Theatre School during...
During her ITV special on Sunday night, both Dua Lipa and her former teacher couldn't hold back their tears.
The 29-year-old pop star studied at the renowned Sylvia Young Theatre School before she achieved worldwide stardom. During her special performance at the Royal Albert Hall, she had a touching reunion with Ray, which turned out to be one of the most heartfelt highlights of the event.
While Ray was filming an interview for the show, she emotionally expressed to him, "I need to tell you that you've really boosted my confidence, and you've made a significant impact in my life."
When the music teacher heard those words, she couldn't help but cry, realizing that the artist behind "Levitating" has risen to become one of the most famous pop stars in the world.
As a child, the Barbie star attended a school in London on weekends and later returned to continue her studies after completing her A-Levels.
The institution is proud to have a variety of well-known individuals in its list of graduates, such as Amy Winehouse, Tom Fletcher, and Gemma Collins.
During her ITV special, Dua Lipa brought her former teacher to tears by expressing gratitude for his role in building her confidence.
The 29-year-old pop sensation studied at the esteemed Sylvia Young Theatre School before achieving worldwide recognition. She recently had a reunion with Ray at the Royal Albert Hall.
Earlier that evening, fans of Elton John were moved to tears by his heartfelt duet with Dua during her concert special that aired on Sunday.
The iconic musician, now 77 years old, recently revealed that he has been unable to see from his right eye for several months. He also mentioned that his left eye isn't in very good condition. Additionally, he had a knee replacement surgery back in January.
During the majority of the show at the Royal Albert Hall, recorded on October 17, he stayed in his seat.
Fans of the ITV special praised the bond between him and Dua, 29, calling it 'incredible' as they performed their popular song, Cold Heart.
Fans expressed their opinions on X, saying things like, “This is the show I was hoping to witness at Glastonbury when Elton and Dua Lipa headlined in back-to-back years. It’s about time!” and “I adore the friendship between Dua Lipa and Elton John!”
The bond between Sir Elton John and Dua is truly special. The admiration and warm words that a musical icon like Elton John has for Dua are remarkable. She’s crafting a career that will be remembered for years to come—just wait and see.
Fans of Sir Elton John were brought to tears by his heartfelt duet with Dua during her concert special on Sunday.
The iconic artist, now 77 years old, recently revealed that he has been unable to see out of his right eye for several months. He also mentioned that his left eye isn't in the best condition. Additionally, he had a knee replacement surgery back in January.
Someone else mentioned, "It's amazing to see how quickly Dua and Elton became close friends! I love them both, and I think it's time for a new collaboration, please!"
After his performance, Elton was gently escorted off the stage, leaving the audience fully aware of the difficulties he confronts since losing his vision.
A production assistant extended a helping hand to the singer as he walked backstage at the Royal Albert Hall.
During her concert special, An Evening with Dua Lipa, she brought him on stage by saying, "Let’s hear it for a man who doesn’t need any introduction, Elton John."
As the last chorus of their popular song "Cold Heart" played, Sir Elton stood for a moment, gently swaying to the rhythm, but he chose not to move his feet.
When the song finished, the artist behind "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" offered his hand to the performer known for "Houdini," raising it until she noticed and understood he wanted her to grasp it.
His heartfelt performance ended with a gentle kiss on the cheek from Dua, after which Sir Elton was thoughtfully guided off the stage.
Attendees at the concert shared that the vibe was incredible. One person mentioned to the Mail, "The connection between Elton and Dua was really heartwarming and uplifting. You could tell they have a deep affection for one another, and experiencing that in person was something truly special."
Fans took to X to express their views, saying: "This is the show I hoped to see at Glastonbury when Elton and Dua Lipa headlined in back-to-back years. It's better late than never!"
They mentioned that while he clearly wasn't as energetic on stage as he used to be and required assistance to get on stage and had to sit down, his singing was still as strong as ever, and he infused the venue with deep emotion.
It was a mixed feeling to watch him face some challenges, and I wasn't fully aware of how much his vision had diminished. However, it's truly remarkable that he can still build such an incredible atmosphere in such a high-quality venue.
Another person at the Royal Albert Hall remarked, "It was amazing to experience Elton John perform live. We were overjoyed to see him and genuinely surprised that he was there."
Seeing him was really touching, especially since I could tell that his health and stability were getting worse. He needed assistance to be guided and spent most of Cold Heart sitting on a stool.
It was clear that the performance was incredibly meaningful to him. By the end of the song, he was standing and dancing alongside Dua, joined by the whole crowd. His singing was powerful and captivating, and his charm and charisma were as strong as ever.
During much of the show, Sir Elton stayed in his seat, clearly reflecting the vulnerability that comes with his loss of sight.
During the concert, Dua presented 19 of her tracks, reinterpreted with the accompaniment of a 53-piece orchestra and a 14-member choir, alongside her seven-member band.
The performance also showcased the first live presentation of "Dance The Night," a track from the soundtrack of Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie.
This week, the pop star launched her first live album, Live At the Royal Albert Hall. The album showcases orchestral reinterpretations of her most popular songs, including favorites like Levitating and Don't Start Now, along with the complete Radical Optimism album.
The audience was fully engaged; we started off dancing and singing with Dua and the orchestra right away. But when Elton John unexpectedly showed up, it turned the night into something truly unforgettable.
This recent show comes after Sir Elton openly shared that he has experienced vision loss from a serious infection earlier this year.
During the opening night of The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical in London, he opened up about his challenges with the condition and expressed gratitude to his husband, David Furnish, for always being there for him.
"I can no longer see," Sir Elton shared, noting that he now depends more on sound than on vision to enjoy performances.
During the final bow of the musical, Sir Elton was joined on stage by his partner David, who is 62 years old.
He expressed his gratitude to his husband, who has been his source of support during this time. He mentioned that he hasn't been able to attend many of the previews due to his vision loss.
"I find it difficult to visualize, but I really enjoy listening to it."
At another point during the concert, Dua delivered 19 of her tracks, reinterpreted alongside a 53-member orchestra and a choir of 14, all while supported by her seven-piece band.
The event also saw the first-ever live performance of "Dance The Night," a track from the soundtrack of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie.