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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kylie Minogue breaks down in tears onstage as she celebrates huge milestone
Kylie Minogue broke down in tears onstage during her concert at the O2 arena tonight, as the singer celebrated a huge milestone in music Kylie Minogue was seen breaking down in tears on stage during her show at the O2 arena, London tonight. The Australian singer, who kickstarted her music career in 1987 was presented with an award for headlining 21 shows at the arena during the course of her career. The Padam Padam singer, 57, became the first female artist to join the venue's 21 Club as she stopped off for her Tension Tour. The legendary club honours acts who have played the arena 21 times or more and includes huge stars including Michael Bublé, Take That, One Direction and Drake. Celebrating her sixteenth studio album, Kylie performed her latest tour at the prestigious arena four times - bringing her total up to 24 overall. The star had no problems filling up the 20,000 capacity arena each night, and tonight all 20,000 were behind the star as she broke down in tears. Speaking on the emotional moment, a source in attendance told the Mirror: "Kylie was really emotional and fought back the tears as she addressed the crowd. It was clear the achievement meant a lot to her. "She proudly showed her award off to the crowd which marked 21 shows at the O2 - becoming the first female artist to do so. Tonight was actually her 24th show at the prestigious arena. She began crying as she shared that news to the crowd, it was a really touching moment as she reflected on her career. "Everyone in the arena supported her and had her back. It was clear she appreciated the love and support of her fans, as she always has." Kylie's friends and fans have come out in full force to support her on her mammoth tour, with Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden turning up to support her friend on Monday night. The BGT host was in her element at her friends gig, as she danced alongside fellow BGT judge Bruno Tonioli and BBC co-star Alan Carr. Louise Redknapp was also part of the long list of celebrities to show support to the Can't Get You Out Of My Head singer on social media. Taking to Instagram this morning, Kylie posted a range of pictures and videos from her O2 shows, alongside the caption: "Another amazing night at the O2. Here we go again!!!! Let's go London!" After wrapping up her London shows, the singer will be heading to Birmingham and Glasgow before heading of to Europe, staring in Berlin. It's been a busy year for the star, who kicked off the tour in Australia at the start of the year, before travelling to the United States and later stopping off in the United Kingdom.
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kylie Minogue had 'no words' after thousands of fans interrupted her London show
Aussie pop queen Kylie Minogue was in a state of complete shock during her London concert as a crowd of 20,000 brought it to a sudden standstill for a heartwarming reason Kylie Minogue was left in a state of shock after tens of thousands of fans interrupted her barnstorming London concert this week. The Aussie pop queen has been touring the globe since February promoting her album Tension and on May 26 and 27, she brought her glitzy party to the capital. So far this year, Kylie has performed in her homeland, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan and North America before coming to the UK and all her shows have been well received. But by the time she landed in London, nothing could prepare her for the feverish behaviour that gripped the 20,000-strong crowd inside the O2 Arena. As she was performing a medley of her hits old and new, the Padam Padam pop titan was brought to tears when the crowd and her backing singers stopped the show – for a surprising reason. Out of the blue, everybody sang 'Happy Birthday' to Kylie in honour of her turning 57 years young on May 28 – the day after her last London show. A video posted on her social media account showed the pop legend, wearing a shimmering black dress and thigh high boots, touching her chest and smiling with amazement at her fans – some of whom travelled from as far as Taiwan and Brazil – stopping the show and paying tribute especially for her. Towards the end of the clip, Kylie's emotions got the better of her and she could not help but shed a tear or two. Shortly afterwards, she revealed her feelings in a caption on her video: "No words…" – proving that she can't get the tender moment out of her head. The video has been watched more than 44,000 times since going live and has already been flooded with birthday tributes from her adoring followers. One of the fans who serenaded Kylie at the O2 said: "I was there last night with friend, it was amazing night!" while another fan posted: "I was there – you were fantastic." A third fan who also sang 'Happy Birthday' to her recalled: "Cannot believe I finally got to see her live and also sing Happy Birthday to her." A fourth fan promised the pop queen a surprise for when she performs her next show by saying: "HBD bestie. Party in Glasgow next Friday for you." This was not the only TikTok tribute for the superstar as the O2 also posted a video a day before her actual birthday to celebrate her "Aussie birthday". In a video captioned "We hope you had the best birthday queen," Kylie was seeing rehearsing for her concert inside the venue before her crew brought in a cake and sang "Aussie birthday to you" to the tune of 'Happy Birthday'. Kylie spun around, mic in hand, in excitement and even stopped to check if her birthday candles were real by asking "Are these trick candles or can I blow them out?" As for her birthday wish, she revealed: "My wish is this show. Don't make me cry! Thank you for your hard work!" London fans won't have to wait long to see Kylie do the loco-motion back in the capital as she returns to perform two more shows at the O2 on June 2 and 3. In addition, she will play Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena on May 30, Birmingham's BP Pulse Live on May 31 and June 5, before concluding the UK leg of her tour at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on June 6.
Scottish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Inside Kylie Minogue's epic Tension Tour as she kicks off sold out UK shows in skintight blue latex
Kylie reveals whether she ever watches her performances back PADAM FINE Inside Kylie Minogue's epic Tension Tour as she kicks off sold out UK shows in skintight blue latex Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) KYLIE MINOGUE is once again on top of the world – even if she can't quite believe it. The pop icon this week kicked off the first of four huge nights at London's 20,000 capacity O2 Arena, and admitted to Bizarre the tour almost didn't happen. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Kylie dazzles in cobalt-coloured costume Credit: Alamy 2 Kylie backstage with Bizarre's Jack Credit: Supplied Speaking backstage after her opening night, Kylie said: 'It's been a lot of work and we almost didn't get there, but it's great.' She's right. It's been just over two years since she released Padam Padam — a track which has revived her career to levels reminiscent of 2001 megahit Can't Get You Out Of My Head. Not that she was struggling, because all her new studio albums since 2010's Aphrodite have hit No1 or No2 in the UK charts. But Padam and its accompanying Tension album allowed Kylie to finally crack America and was playlisted on Radio 1, despite the station's infamous reputation for snubbing women over 30. 'Mystical time' Kicking things off in style at the O2, the On A Night Like This singer descended from the heavens, head to toe in blue latex, to her latest single, aptly titled Lights Camera Action. From then on, it was a non-stop journey though hit after hit, with not a single rest. It's hard to forget just how many top tracks Kylie has had — with 35 UK Top Ten singles and seven No1s to her name. And, as she turns 57 today, she has no plans to slow down. Kylie said of performing: 'My love for doing this only grows and grows. 'Thank you for understanding and being there for me on my journey. For me, it began in a mystical time known as the Eighties.' Tension is Kylie's 16th headline tour and her first global trek since 2018's Golden. She played 33 gigs then, but this time that has more than doubled to 69. Kylie Minogue opens up about life, love and staying grounded as she releases Tension II She is in the middle of a run of 14 UK arena shows, but agreed to meet Bizarre's Jack backstage following one of her four O2 concerts. When she emerges smiling from her dressing room, she is proudly sporting her Tension Tour merch. It's a world away from the latex look she wore to launch her two-hour set. 'Did it look OK? It was the first time I wore that one,' she quickly asks. 'Worth the wait' It goes without saying that she looks amazing, although I remark on how it must be a seriously hot outfit to wear in a packed arena. But is Kylie ever tempted to watch her performances back online? She replied: 'I don't watch it on YouTube, but I do see it on socials and that way, sometimes with a phone, the angle is weird or the colours are off, but it gives you another perspective.' When I flag to her that currently, every one of her UK shows has received five-star reviews, she beams in amazement — clearly pinching herself that she is once again in her prime. She said: 'On tour, it's like you're in a time zone where you lose track of time. 'This time tomorrow, half of the O2 shows will be done.' Reflecting on Monday evening's opener, she said: 'Tonight was amazing, it was huge. 'Sometimes, that can play with my ears if it's so loud, but it was amazing.' Speaking on stage, Kylie told exhilarated fans: 'You know I try to prepare myself, but I never can. This is insane. 'Thank you so much to each and every one of you for coming out tonight.' The star's run of shows at The O2 have made her the first female artist to join the venue's 21 Club, which honours acts who have played the arena 21 times or more. Only a handful have ever achieved the feat. The late pop legend Prince became the very first to celebrate the honour when he played a residency there in 2007. Others featured in a backstage hall of fame — which Kylie will be added to once her London shows end next month — include Take That and Drake. It may be seven years since her last arena tour, but it was certainly worth the wait.
The Sun
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Inside Kylie Minogue's epic Tension Tour as she kicks off sold out UK shows
PADAM FINE Kylie reveals whether she ever watches her performances back Ellie Henman , Bizarre Editor Published : 19:32, 27 May 2025 Updated : 19:34, 27 May 2025 KYLIE MINOGUE is once again on top of the world – even if she can't quite believe it. The pop icon this week kicked off the first of four huge nights at London's 20,000 capacity O2 Arena, and admitted to Bizarre the tour almost didn't happen. 2 Kylie dazzles in cobalt-coloured costume Credit: Alamy 2 Kylie backstage with Bizarre's Jack Credit: Supplied Speaking backstage after her opening night, Kylie said: 'It's been a lot of work and we almost didn't get there, but it's great.' She's right. It's been just over two years since she released Padam Padam — a track which has revived her career to levels reminiscent of 2001 megahit Can't Get You Out Of My Head. Not that she was struggling, because all her new studio albums since 2010's Aphrodite have hit No1 or No2 in the UK charts. But Padam and its accompanying Tension album allowed Kylie to finally crack America and was playlisted on Radio 1, despite the station's infamous reputation for snubbing women over 30. Kicking things off in style at the O2, the On A Night Like This singer descended from the heavens, head to toe in blue latex, to her latest single, aptly titled Lights Camera Action. From then on, it was a non-stop journey though hit after hit, with not a single rest. It's hard to forget just how many top tracks Kylie has had — with 35 UK Top Ten singles and seven No1s to her name. And, as she turns 57 today, she has no plans to slow down. Kylie said of performing: 'My love for doing this only grows and grows. 'Thank you for understanding and being there for me on my journey. For me, it began in a mystical time known as the Eighties.' Tension is Kylie's 16th headline tour and her first global trek since 2018's Golden. She played 33 gigs then, but this time that has more than doubled to 69. Kylie Minogue opens up about life, love and staying grounded as she releases Tension II She is in the middle of a run of 14 UK arena shows, but agreed to meet Bizarre's Jack backstage following one of her four O2 concerts. When she emerges smiling from her dressing room, she is proudly sporting her Tension Tour merch. It's a world away from the latex look she wore to launch her two-hour set. 'Did it look OK? It was the first time I wore that one,' she quickly asks. It goes without saying that she looks amazing, although I remark on how it must be a seriously hot outfit to wear in a packed arena. But is Kylie ever tempted to watch her performances back online? She replied: 'I don't watch it on YouTube, but I do see it on socials and that way, sometimes with a phone, the angle is weird or the colours are off, but it gives you another perspective.' When I flag to her that currently, every one of her UK shows has received five-star reviews, she beams in amazement — clearly pinching herself that she is once again in her prime. She said: 'On tour, it's like you're in a time zone where you lose track of time. 'This time tomorrow, half of the O2 shows will be done.' Reflecting on Monday evening's opener, she said: 'Tonight was amazing, it was huge. 'Sometimes, that can play with my ears if it's so loud, but it was amazing.' Speaking on stage, Kylie told exhilarated fans: 'You know I try to prepare myself, but I never can. This is insane. 'Thank you so much to each and every one of you for coming out tonight.' The star's run of shows at The O2 have made her the first female artist to join the venue's 21 Club, which honours acts who have played the arena 21 times or more. Only a handful have ever achieved the feat. The late pop legend Prince became the very first to celebrate the honour when he played a residency there in 2007. Others featured in a backstage hall of fame — which Kylie will be added to once her London shows end next month — include Take That and Drake. It may be seven years since her last arena tour, but it was certainly worth the wait. BIRTHDAY BASH FOR BUBBLY STAR THE Word Is Out – Kylie turns 57 today and plans to celebrate her big day in style. We can reveal the Spinning Around singer will host a VIP bash in West London this evening. It will be a proper, old-fashioned knees-up, with bottles of her own brand of wine on ice. But it won't be no work and all play for the Aussie star, as she has invited some of the biggest names in the booze business to schmooze them with her fancy fizz. This summer, Kylie Minogue Wines celebrates its fifth anniversary, with the star releasing a limited edition floral bottle to mark the occasion. Since she launched her vinos – which include a Prosecco and alcohol-free options – the star has sold more than 20million bottles. And we have to admit that a fair few of those were snapped up by us on Bizarre. Earlier this year, we revealed Kylie had agreed to roll out her plonk across swanky members club chain Soho House. And after tonight's hobnobbing, we've no doubt she will be raising a glass to a few more deals . . .
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Inside Kylie Minogue's epic Tension Tour as she kicks off sold out UK shows in skintight blue latex
KYLIE MINOGUE is once again on top of the world – even if she can't quite believe it. The pop icon this week kicked off the first of four huge nights at London's 20,000 capacity O2 Arena, and admitted to Bizarre the tour almost didn't happen. 2 Kylie dazzles in cobalt-coloured costume Credit: Alamy 2 Kylie backstage with Bizarre's Jack Credit: Supplied Speaking backstage after her opening night, Kylie said: 'It's been a lot of work and we almost didn't get there, but it's great.' She's right. It's been just over two years since she released Padam Padam — a track which has revived her career to levels reminiscent of 2001 megahit Can't Get You Out Of My Head. Not that she was struggling, because all her new studio albums since 2010's Aphrodite have hit No1 or No2 in the UK charts. But Padam and its accompanying Tension album allowed READ MORE ON KYLIE MINOGUE 'Mystical time' Kicking things off in style at the O2, the On A Night Like This singer descended from the heavens, head to toe in blue latex, to her latest single, aptly titled Lights Camera Action. From then on, it was a non-stop journey though hit after hit, with not a single rest. It's hard to forget just how many top tracks Kylie has had — with 35 UK Top Ten singles and seven No1s to her name. And, as she turns 57 today, she has no plans to slow down. Kylie said of performing: 'My love for doing this only grows and grows. Most read in Bizarre 'Thank you for understanding and being there for me on my journey. For me, it began in a mystical time known as the Eighties.' Kylie Minogue opens up about life, love and staying grounded as she releases Tension II She is in the middle of a run of 14 UK arena shows, but agreed to meet Bizarre's Jack backstage following one of her four O2 concerts. When she emerges smiling from her dressing room, she is proudly sporting her Tension Tour merch. It's a world away from the latex look she wore to launch her two-hour set. 'Did it look OK? It was the first time I wore that one,' she quickly asks. 'Worth the wait' It goes without saying that she looks amazing, although I remark on how it must be a seriously hot outfit to wear in a packed arena. But is Kylie ever tempted to watch her performances back online? She replied: 'I don't watch it on YouTube, but I do see it on socials and that way, sometimes with a phone, the angle is weird or the colours are off, but it gives you another perspective.' When I flag to her that currently, every one of her UK shows has received five-star reviews, she beams in amazement — clearly pinching herself that she is once again in her prime. She said: 'On 'This time tomorrow, half of the O2 shows will be done.' Reflecting on Monday evening's opener, she said: 'Tonight was amazing, it was huge. 'Sometimes, that can play with my ears if it's so loud, but it was amazing.' Speaking on stage, Kylie told exhilarated fans: 'You know I try to prepare myself, but I never can. This is insane. 'Thank you so much to each and every one of you for coming out tonight.' The star's run of shows at The O2 have made her the first female artist to join the venue's 21 Club, which honours acts who have played the arena 21 times or more. Only a handful have ever achieved the feat. The late pop legend Prince became the very first to celebrate the honour when he played a residency there in 2007. Others featured in a backstage hall of fame — which Kylie will be added to once her London shows end next month — include Take That and It may be seven years since her last arena tour, but it was certainly worth the wait. BIRTHDAY BASH FOR BUBBLY STAR THE Word Is Out – Kylie turns 57 today and plans to celebrate her big day in style. We can reveal the Spinning Around singer will host a VIP bash in West London this evening. It will be a proper, old-fashioned knees-up, with bottles of her own brand of wine on ice. But it won't be no work and all play for the Aussie star, as she has invited some of the biggest names in the booze business to schmooze them with her fancy fizz. This summer, Kylie Minogue Wines celebrates its fifth anniversary, with the star releasing a limited edition floral bottle to mark the occasion. Since she launched her vinos – which include a Prosecco and alcohol-free options – the star has sold more than 20million bottles. And we have to admit that a fair few of those were snapped up by us on Bizarre. Earlier this year, we revealed Kylie had agreed to roll out her plonk across swanky members club chain Soho House. And after tonight's hobnobbing, we've no doubt she will be raising a glass to a few more deals . . .
