Rita Ora was seen becoming visibly emotional on Tuesday night, as she watched Girls Aloud perform a tribute to Sarah Harding during their show at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.

The singer, 33, attended the exclusive gig with her husband Taika Waititi and broke down in tears during the band’s moving tribute to Sarah  who tragically passed away from breast cancer in 2021 at the age of 39.

Nadine Coyle, Nicola Roberts, Cheryl, and Kimberley Walsh reformed in honour of their 20th anniversary, kicking off a reunion tour in May that came to a close on Sunday night.

And in between energetically performing their nostalgic pop hits, the group have honoured their late bandmate throughout the tour, with several touching tributes in their shows.

Keeping Sarah as the focus from the start until the end of the performance, their concerts began with song Untouchable,

which was set against a backdrop of footage of Sarah displayed on pink curtains.

Sarah’s vocals are also featured during their rendition of iconic hit The Promise, and she is shown in old footage singing on the screen, while Nadine, Cheryl, Kimberley and Nicola turned to face their backs to the audience.

While she can also be heard singing with the band during I’ll Stand By You, before the girls perform Whole Lotta History, which was also dedicated to the late star.

Black and white footage of Sarah singing is shown, followed by a emotional montage dedicated to the late star which reads: ‘The darkest nights produce the brightest stars.’

The touching nods to Sarah have caused all four girls to become emotional at points throughout the reunion tour, while fans have been left in tears every night.

And Rita was among them on Tuesday, seen repeatedly swiping at her face to wipe away her tears, before joining in on the applause from the crowd

Her emotional reaction comes after Nadine also broke down in tears while performing the tribute to Sarah during Girls Aloud’s final show in Liverpool on Sunday.

The singer, 39, was comforted Cheryl, Kimberley and Nicola as the band sang along to Sarah in an unreleased version of I’ll Stand By You.

Sarah had sung the track solo and the band and crowd joined in as a video of her played out.

The emotional tribute to Sarah Harding by Girls Aloud has left fans and celebrities alike feeling moved and touched by the heartfelt gesture. Rita Ora’s visible emotion during the performance at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire is a testament to the impact Sarah had on those around her. The bond between the band members is evident as they come together to honor their late bandmate, paying tribute to her talent and spirit throughout their reunion tour.

The choice to include footage of Sarah during their performances adds a poignant and personal touch to the tribute. It allows fans to remember her as she was – a shining star whose presence is deeply missed. The emotional montages and heartfelt messages displayed during the shows serve as a reminder of the enduring legacy Sarah has left behind.

It is heartwarming to see the band members, including Nadine, Cheryl, Kimberley, and Nicola, come together in solidarity to remember Sarah. Their emotional performances of songs like “I’ll Stand By You” and “Whole Lotta History” showcase not only their musical talent but also their deep connection to each other and to Sarah’s memory.

As fans continue to be moved by Girls Aloud’s tribute to Sarah, it is clear that her spirit lives on through the music and memories shared by those who knew and loved her. The outpouring of emotion from both fans and celebrities like Rita Ora serves as a reminder of the lasting impact Sarah had on the music industry and the lives of those around her.