Vanessa Williams, Alexandra Burke and Donna Air were among the stars of showbiz leading the way at the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards on Sunday evening.
The night of glamour and entertainment was hosted at The Londoner Hotel in Leicester Square, while also raising funds for disabled and disadvantaged children.
The Variety Club Silver Heart Awards are presented to nationally known figures for outstanding achievement in Television, Film, Theatre, Music and philanthropy.
Vanessa, 62, looked glamorous in a bejewelled black jacket, which she wore over an equally glitzy midi dress with strappy black heels.
The actress, who is currently appearing in the Devil Wears Prada on the West End, finished her look with sleek hair, dramatic make-up and statement earrings.
Alexandra Burke also looked stunning in a cut out black dress, which boasted a cut-out section across the bust and a sexy thigh slit.
Vanessa Williams (pictured), Alexandra Burke and Donna Air were among the stars of showbiz leading the way at the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards on Sunday evening
Alexandra Burke also looked stunning in a cut out black dress, which boasted a cut-out section across the bust and a sexy thigh slit
Actress Donna Air also chose a chic black look, sporting a knit dress with costume jewellery and a pair of white leather cowboy-style boots
Actress Donna Air also chose a chic black look, sporting a knit dress with costume jewellery and a pair of white leather cowboy-style boots.
Also in attendance at the event was Michelle Heaton, who cut a sexy figure in a form-fitting black dress with lace panels.
Former Liberty X singer Michelle posed up a storm in the dress, which she accessorised with a black velvet clutch bag.
Another star making an appearance on the night was Loose Women star and activist Katie Piper.
Katie looked stunning in a halter-neck style top which was covered in pearls and a decorative black bow, teamed with a floor-length black skirt.
Vanessa, 62, looked glamorous in a bejewelled black jacket, which she wore over an equally glitzy midi dress with strappy black heels
Alexandra looked glowing with glamorous make-up and a sleek blow out
Michelle Heaton opted for a sexy black dress with lace panels
Donna posed in between TV presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donelly
Katie looked stunning in a halter-neck style top which was covered in pearls and a decorative black bow, teamed with a floor-length black skirt
While at the awards, Vanessa addressed the upcoming Desperate Housewives reboot after appearing in the beloved original for two seasons as Renee Perry.
Vanessa, who was 47 when she was first cast in the mystery comedy-drama, admitted she knew next to nothing about plans for a revival.
However, Vanessa did mention that she believes producers will pick a ‘younger cast’ for the series, which is called Wisteria Lane in a nod to the iconic setting of the show.
When asked about the reboot on the red carpet at the Variety Club Awards by Daily Mail, Vanessa said: ”I saw that! I know as much as you because I’m reading it.
Confessing she hasn’t been asked to appear, sh said: ‘I think Kerry Washington is producing it. That’s all I know.
Before pointedly adding: ”I’m sure they’re going for younger housewives, like we were 20 years ago!’
Vanessa also touched on some of the current cast of her West End show, The Devil Wears Prada, leaving the show to pursue other opportunities.
Speaking on whether she was ’emotional’ during their last performance, Vanessa said: ‘Well I still have rehearsals on Tuesday. But for the cast members who are leaving it was definitely emotional. They had to make a decision months and months before.
‘It’s a gamble, you don’t know what’s going to happen in eight months time. But I’m excited for everything that’s coming their way.
‘I’ve always dreamed about coming to London and being on stage.’
Vanessa played Renee, a glamorous and outspoken woman who moves to Wisteria Lane after her marriage end when her husband cheats on her.
She’s an old college friend of fellow Fairview dweller, Lynette Scavo, which is how she becomes friends with the other women on the lane.
