Jesy Nelson wows in a racy leather ensemble ahead of her first solo concert since leaving Little Mix while Becky Hill dazzles in orange sequins as they lead stars on day one of the Jingle Bell Ball

Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard kicked off in style on Saturday as a host of the biggest names in music gathered at London’s O2 Arena to put on a show to remember.

And leading the way were Jesy Nelson and Becky Hill, who caught the eye in show stopping ensembles as they graced the red carpet on day one of the two-day musical extravaganza.

Jesy stood out from the crowd in an orange fur jacket, which she paired with an ab flashing brown leather co-ord. 

All-star arrivals: Jesy Nelson and Becky Hill led the way as Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard kicked off in style on Saturday at London’s O2 Arena

She styled her dark caramel locks in a sleek straight style while wearing a glamorous layer of make up consisting of a smokey eye and neutral lip colour. 

Jesy elevated her height with neon orange slip on heels for the glamorous affair.  

Becky, 27, pulled out all the stops as she slipped into a sparkling orange co-ord in which she which she flashed a glimpse of her toned tummy. 

The singer dazzled in her structured top which featured bold shoulders and strap detail which emphasised her slender waist.

Amazing: Jesy stood out from the crowd in an orange fur jacket, which she paired with an ab flashing brown leather co-ord

Stunner: She styled her dark caramel locks in a sleek straight style while wearing a glamorous layer of make up consisting of a smokey eye and neutral lip colour

Tangerine dream: Becky, 27, pulled out all the stops as she slipped into a sparkling orange co-ord in which she which she flashed a glimpse of her toned tummy.

The Lose Control hitmaker added embellished drop earrings to her look, while her blonde locks were swept into an elaborate style ready for her big performance.

Olly Alexander, 31, meanwhile, wowed in a multi-coloured leather jacket which popped against the rest of his black outfit. 

Meanwhile, Olly teamed his colourful biker jacket with a black hoodie and roll neck jumper, teamed with black trousers. 

Stunner: Becky dazzled in her structured top which featured bold shoulders and strap detail which emphasised her slender waist

Bold: Meanwhile, Olly Alexander wore a colourful biker jacket with a black hoodie and roll neck jumper, teamed with black trousers

The Desire singer accessorised with black and white shoes and a chunky silver bracelet.

While at the event, Olly hinted he wants to see a second series of his highly successful TV show, It’s A Sin. 

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline at the event, he said: ‘I mean I would love to see a second series and see what happens to Gill, Ash and Roscoe.’ 

However, he also pointed out that the show creator, Russell T Davies, will likely be busy with other work commitments. 

Olly added: ‘I would love that but I think Russell’s gonna be really busy with Doctor Who.’

Speaking on Doctor Who, he ramped up already intense speculation that he could be appearing in the latest series, despite ruling himself out of the top role recently.

‘Yeah maybe I would appear as a companion on Doctor Who,’ he suggested.  

Cool: The duo were in good company on the night as they were joined by singer Tom Grennan (pictured), who was drafted in at the last minute to replace Coldplay, who were forced to pull out after members of their team tested positive for Covid-19

Merry Christmas: Jax Jones meanwhile got into the festive spirit as he donned a Gucci Santa Claus outfit complete with an enormous red fluffy hat While Australian singer-songwriter Celina Sharma put on a leggy display in a navy velvet mini dress teamed with thigh-high white boots

The duo were in good company on the night as they were joined by singer Tom Grennan, who was drafted in at the last minute to replace Coldplay, who were forced to pull out after members of their team tested positive for Covid-19. 

The music star, 26, appeared excited for his big gig, dressing up in a silk champagne shirt and black trousers.

Speaking to MailOnline ahead of his performance, Tom shared his joy at joining the line-up, explaining: ‘I’m excited man, I’m over the moon to be here. 

‘I got the call late last night. I watched a film and it drifted me off nicely to sleep. I woke up early excited and ready to do a show.’

He continued: ‘I turn nerves into excitement. My manager has been my biggest mentor in the industry.’

On who he’s love to work with in the future, the Little Bit Of Love singer said: ‘I’d love to collaborate with Dua Lipa but I’ve never spoken to her about it. Kendrick Lamar too, these are big names man so who knows so right now, I’m just concentrating on tonight!’ 

Look who it is: Elsewhere, in a surprise appearance, former Health Secretary Matt Hancock put on a cheerful display as he graced the red carpet

Keeping things casual: The MP, 43, ditched his usual suit and tie for a more relaxed black roll neck jumper and jeans as he arrived to watch the likes of Justin Bieber and Jesy Nelson perform

Chilled: Matt – who has plenty of time on his hands now he’s no longer in his high-profile role after being caught cheating with millionaire lobbyist Gina Coladangelo in June – was all smiles as he posed for snaps at the pop event

Down time: He finished off his laidback look with a pair of navy and brown trainers, while he excitedly clutched a programme and wore a lanyard around his neck ahead of the concert

Jax Jones meanwhile got into the festive spirit as he donned a Gucci Santa Claus outfit complete with an enormous red fluffy hat.

While Australian singer-songwriter Celina Sharma put on a leggy display in a navy velvet mini dress teamed with thigh-high white boots. 

Elsewhere, in a surprise appearance, former Health Secretary Matt Hancock put on a cheerful display as he graced the red carpet.

Pose: Elsewhere, Laura Whitmore put on a stylish display in a tweed coat and black skinny jeans teamed with chunky black boots

Stunner: While singer Mimi Webb put on a leggy display in a racy black PVC mini dress as she pulled out all the stops on the red carpet

Cute: Joel Dommett donned a black wool coat and a red flannel jacket as he posed with Hannah Cooper 

There he is: JLS star Marvin Humes looked effortlessly cool in a bomber jacket and hoodie as he took to the DJ decks

Let me entertain you: The singer was in a good mood as he entertained the masses at the event

Here come the boys: Jimmy Hill and Max Balegde cut casual ensembles at the bash

The MP, 43, ditched his usual suit and tie for a more relaxed black roll neck jumper and jeans as he arrived to watch the likes of Justin Bieber and Jesy Nelson perform. 

He finished off his laidback look with a pair of navy and brown trainers, while he excitedly clutched a programme and wore a lanyard around his neck ahead of the concert.  

Matt – who has plenty of time on his hands now he’s no longer in his high-profile role after being caught cheating with millionaire lobbyist Gina Coladangelo in June – was all smiles as he posed for snaps at the pop event.

Lovely: Sigrid opted for a simple but stylish red carpet look, tucking a black off-the-shoulder top into black skinny jeans while TV presenter Lauren Layfield donned ab flashing red satin blouse and TikTok star Kyle Thomas opted for a black padded jacket 

Can’t wait: Detailing how much she was looking forward to performing, she said: ‘I’m incredibly excited, it’s going to be so much fun! I’m going to be performing with my band who’s flown in from Norway’

Elsewhere, Laura Whitmore put on a stylish display in a tweed coat and black skinny jeans teamed with chunky black boots.

While singer Mimi Webb put on a leggy display in a racy black PVC mini dress as she pulled out all the stops on the red carpet.

The beauty’s dress featured ruched sleeves, with Mimi teaming her outfit with towering orange heels. 

Jimmy Hill and Max Balegde cut casual ensembles at the bash, while JLS star Marvin Humes looked effortlessly cool in a bomber jacket and hoodie as he took to the DJ decks. 

Looking good: Aimee Vivian opted for a sparkly green number as she posed with Will Manning at the event while Rio Fredrika caught the eye in a patterned jumpsuit 

Dapper: Roman Kemp looked suave in a festive red suit which he paired with a white T-shirt and black loafers while his co-host Sian Welby looked glamorous in a white three piece co-ord and Sonny J looked dapper in a three piece suit

Stars: Radio DJ Sonny J, DJ Riton and record producer 220 Kid all looked in good spirits as they rocked up to the red carpet 

Sigrid opted for a simple but stylish red carpet look, tucking a black off-the-shoulder top into black skinny jeans, which she teamed with pale blue boots. 

Detailing how much she was looking forward to performing, she said: ‘I’m incredibly excited, it’s going to be so much fun!  I’m going to be performing with my band who’s flown in from Norway.’

Roman Kemp looked dapper at the event as he wore a festive red suit, which he paired with a white T-shirt and black loafers. 

Sian Welby, meanwhile, looked very glamorous in a white three piece co-ord. 

Knock out: Grace Chatto looked sensational as she walked down the red carpet in a plunging white suit which boasted pink flowers on the shoulders 

Stars: She also posed with her band mates from Clean Bandit

Speaking to MailOnline from the red carpet, the pair joked around about their working relationship.    

Sian said: ‘Roman comes in at one minute to six every morning. We get a text saying we’re in the lift and sometimes we think, “No you’re not, you’re still on the roundabout. He’s still on his way in.”‘ 

He quipped: ‘Listen, you can’t do that show and it not happen. All that it is, if you are late you’ve got to shoutout the cab driver who didn’t pick you up and bring you here. It’s the worst feeling in the world.’ 

Sian said of who would be her dream person to interview: ‘I want to meet Dwayne the rock Johnson. I want a bear hug from him, I wanna see how tall he is, what he smells like.’ 

Kooky: Olly later had a change of clothes as he posed inside the venue as he posed in a mesh top, bejewelled trousers and a leather jacket

Fun: Olly, Sian, Roman Kemp and Sonny Jay were in good spirits as they chatted in the on air studio 

Grace Chatto looked sensational as she walked down the red carpet in a plunging white suit which boasted pink flowers on the shoulders. 

She also posed with her band mates from Clean Bandit. 

Elsewhere, Wes Nelson spoke to MailOnline about his MOBO nomination for best newcomer on the red carpet.

He said: ‘That’s mad innit, it’s nuts. First year, it’s just been a whole rollercoaster, embracing the madness and staying grounded.’ 

 He also spoke on his time on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins: ‘There were numerous times on celebrity SAS when i nearly died, on time I was on a road and I jumped off cos I saw a car coming after me. But I didn’t really know where I was jumping. 

Exciting: Hosts Sian, Roman and Sonny later took to the stage 

Performer: Becky later took to the stage in hooded sequin playsuit and copper knee high boots 

Stunning: She matched her eyeliner to the zingy ensemble 

‘I thought it was just a bush or something cos it was pitch black but it was actually a 200 foot hill that I was just bouncing down for ages. There were moments all the times where you think yeah I didn’t die. There were so many you just forget them. 

‘Absolutely it was the best thing I ever did. You never know your limits until you do it.’ 

It comes as Lil Nas X and Coldplay have been forced to pull out of Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball this weekend after members of their teams contracted coronavirus.

Fun: Jax put on an energetic display while on stage in the Gucci Santa costume 

Chic: Ella Henderson donned black puddle trousers and a fringed blazer for her performance 

Organisers have made changes to the schedule, adding rapper ArrDee, 19, and singer Tom to the line-up, and extending Justin Bieber and Ed Sheeran’s sets.

Capital FM bosses said in a statement: ‘Sadly we have had to announce that Coldplay and Lil Nas X have had to pull out of performing at this weekend’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard.

‘Both acts have had members of their teams test positive for Covid-19 and therefore are not able to perform.

‘We’d like to wish the very best and a speedy recovery to Coldplay, Lil Nas X and their teams.

‘Of course, everyone at Capital is absolutely gutted, but the show must go on…

Last minute change: Lil Nas X, 22, and Coldplay have been forced to pull out of Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard this weekend after members of their teams contracted coronavirus

On hold: Chris Martin’s band Coldplay apologised for being unable to perform in a statement, adding that they would also not appear on The Voice of Germany on Sunday

Apology: Capital FM bosses announced the news in a statement, saying rapper ArrDee, 19, and singer Tom Grennan, 26, had been added to the line-up

‘ArrDee and Tom Grennan will be joining the line-up. ArrDee will be taking to the Jingle Bell Ball stage on both Saturday and Sunday night, while Tom Grennan will be performing on Saturday night.

‘We’d also like to confirm at this time, Justin Bieber and Ed Sheeran will be playing extended sets on their respective nights.

‘The UK’s biggest Christmas party goes on. We look forward to seeing you this weekend!’  

Speaking out: Coldplay took to their Twitter account to apologise to fans after a member of their touring team contracted Covid

Well wishes: Lil Nas X said he didn’t want to be ‘irresponsible’ and perform, and wished his fans well in a video message on Capital FM’s Twitter page

Coldplay said in a statement: ‘We regret to say that, due to positive COVID-19 cases in the band’s touring party, we’re no longer able to perform at Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball tonight in London or on The Voice of Germany on Sunday.

‘We send out love to the individuals affected and wish them a swift recovery.

‘We’re so sorry to cancel at the last minute and apologise to everyone concerned.

‘Thank you, as always, for your support.’

In a video on Capital FM’s Twitter page, Lil Nas X said: ‘Hey guys, sorry I couldn’t make it, a few of the members of my team got Covid and we just don’t want to be irresponsible and risk it.

‘Hope you guys have an amazing time. I love you and I’ll see you soon.’ 

Other acts set to perform include Mabel, Joel, Anne-Marie, KSI, JLS, Griff and Jesy Nelson.

Born to perform: Tom Grennan will now appear, with Justin Bieber and Ed Sheeran also extending their sets on their respective nights

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