Alesha Dixon flaunts her toned figure in a racy pearl bra and hot pants as she teases exciting announcement after career change
The pop star, 46, took to Instagram on Friday to share some eye-popping snaps of herself posing up a storm in a black bra with pearl detailing and fitted hot pants.
The Britain's Got Talent judge showed off her toned abs in the sexy outfit and she added plenty of jewellery and sunglasses to complete her look.
In a caption, she made a cryptic announcement as she teased some major news after recently revealing an exciting career change.
She wrote: 'Rest & recharge! Back to business on Monday!' alongside the hashtag #somethingscoming.
The mystery message sent fans into a complete frenzy as they begged the star to share her exciting news.
Comments included: 'Ooooh I LOVE this!'; 'Omgh what's coming?? Excited!!'; 'She said my vibe, my body, my chargie!'
In recent days, Alesha revealed her latest career change as she made a surprise move away from music.
She has made a big move into the film industry as she signed up as an executive producer of a short film.
Alesha has joined the team producing Fire Lily, which tells a story about the systematic abuse of power in society and has been written by Phil Dunn.
Alesha's involvement in the project was announced in an Instagram post on Wednesday, with Alesha then excitedly promoting the venture on her Stories.
Alesha said of her major move: 'I'm honoured and excited to join an already stellar team of creatives and watch Fire Lily blossom.
'I believe this film will make a powerful impact on the world and inspire many people.'
Alesha was previously listed as an executive producer on her music video Chargie, but this marks her first major venture into the film industry.
She is joining Danish film producer Kim Magnusson and actress Theresa Godly - who has taken on minor roles in Motherland and EastEnders - on the project.
Alesha rose to fame in the 2000s as part of R&B and garage group Mis-Teeq and she has since become a sought-after TV presenter.
She has hosted Children In Need and Comic Relief, and has served as a judge on Britain's Got Talent since 2012.
However, the talent show's judging panel has undergone quite the shake-up as her co-star Bruno Tonioli has reportedly quit after two seasons.
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