Back to her best! Youthful Renée Zellweger, 47, wears one-shoulder satin dress with sexy thigh-split as she greets fans at Bridget Jones' Baby premiere... 12 years after the last movie was released
- Actress made a triumphant appearance on Leicester Square
- She was joined by supportive boyfriend Doyle Bramhall II
- The Hollywood star reprises her role as Bridget Jones for first time in 12 years
- The movie will be her first mainstream release since 2010
It was the film that defined a genre, and Bridget Jones was back and as popular as ever on Monday evening as Renee Zellweger led the glamour at the London premiere of Bridget Jones's Baby.
Joined by musician boyfriend Doyle Bramhall II, the actress, 47, made a dazzling appearance on Leicester Square, where fans had gathered for a glimpse of the Hollywood star ahead of the romantic comedy's official launch.
She was celebrating a rapturous return as hapless Jones, 12-years after last playing the character, and Renee stunned in a one-shoulder satin dress as she posed for photos shortly after making her way onto the appropriately pink carpet.
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Stunning: It was the film that defined a genre, but Bridget Jones was back and as popular as ever on Monday evening as Renee Zellweger led the glamour at the London premiere of new film Bridget Jones's Baby
Her leading man: Renee was joined by co-stars an onscreen love rivals Patrick Dempsey and Colin Firth
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It's been 12 years since Renee Zellweger has played Bridget Jones, and she looks better now than ever. The blonde beauty graced the red carpet at the premiere in a gown by Schiaparelli which she teamed with some Stuart Weitzman heels.
The couture creation had a sexy one-shoulder silhouette and a thigh high slit that showed off Renee's slim pins. But the pièce de résistance was that zebra shaped brooch embedded with pink and yellow Swarovski crystals. J'adore!
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The fitted design served to accentuate Renee's slender frame, while a striking tiger brooch gave the look a sophisticated flourish.
The veteran star kept her willowy hair tied back, revealing a youthful complexion enhanced by a subtle hint of make-up.
Hand in hand with boyfriend Doyle, Renee was in high spirits as she made her way into Leicester Square Odeon ahead of the film's first British screening.
Dazzling: Renee was a vision as she made her way across the pink carpet
Glamorous display: She was celebrating a rapturous return as hapless Jones, 12-years after last playing the character in, and Renee stunned in a one-shoulder satin dress as she posed for photos shortly after making her way onto the appropriately pink carpet
Perfect protagonist: All eyes were on the beautiful lady who plays the very true to life Bridget Jones herself
Her own Mr. Darcy: Renee's musician partner Doyle Bramhall II was on hand to support the actress
All mine: Doyle gave his special lady a lingering kiss shortly after arriving at the central London event
Looking good: The veteran star kept her willowy hair tied back, revealing a youthful complexion enhanced by a subtle hint of naturally toned make-up
Monday's event marked a triumphant return to mainstream cinema for the actress, whose forthcoming third appearance as Jones is only her second role in six-years following a comparatively low-key appearance in low-budget road movie My Own Love Song.
But she was as popular as ever while indulging fans with a series of selfies and autographs.
The actress was joined by co-stars and onscreen love rivals Patrick Dempsey,and Colin Firth, who looked dapper in a sharp, tailored suits as they posed for photos alongside the actress.
The Thompson girls: Emma Thompson arrived at the premiere with her daughter Gaia Romilly Wise
The look of love: Livia gazed adoringly at her husband Colin Firth as they made their way across the pink carpet
Famous faces: Veteran actress Celia Imrie rocked a jazzy look, while Jo Wood channelled the heady days of the '70s and '80s in a catsuit and jacket
It's not even a Saturday! Una Healey put on a leggy display in a black gown as she stepped out on the pink carpet
Patrick also used the opportunity to show off his twin nine-year-old sons Sullivan and Darby and his daughter Tallula, 14.
The Grey's Anatomy star looked distinguished with salt and pepper hair and a hint of stubble.
He posed alongside his gorgeous other half Jillian, who stunned in an elegant black column gown that skimmed her slim figure.
Upbeat: The Hollywood star was in high spirits as she made her way across the pink carpet outside Leicester Square Odeon on Monday evening
Centre of attention: Renee was as popular as ever while indulging fans with a series of selfies and autographs
Sign here: The actress indulged fans with a series of selfies and autographs ahead of the film's official launch
All eyes on me: The Hollywood veteran was centre of attention as she greeted her fans
Meanwhile Colin was hand in hand with Italian wife Livia Giuggioli, who offered her Oscar winning husband adoring glances as they made their way towards Leicester Square Odeon.
Colin cut a very slick figure in his suit jacket and trousers, which were tailored to perfection.
Keeping it classic with a crisp white shirt underneath, the renowned actor jazzed things up with a monochrome spotty tie as he promoted the new blockbuster.
Close: Doyle, best known for his work with Eric Clapton and Roger Waters, held Renee's hand during her big night on Leicester Square
Revealing: The actress flashed a nicely toned leg as she posed for photos at the event on Monday evening
Coming soon: The new film marks Renee's third appearance as popular screen character Bridget Jones
Straightening up: Renee adjusted her fitted dress as prepared for another photo-call on Monday evening
Opening up: The actress has previously explained that seeing her alter-ego go through the trials and tribulations of being an expectant mother hasn't put her off the prospect of pregnancy
Showing his cool style despite his 55 years, the King's Speech actor sported his favourite retro glasses as he smiled for the cameras.
Co-ordinating with her hubby, gorgeous Livia matched his ensemble in a stylish black vest and cigarette trousers.
His wife looked incredibly classy in the elegant top, which featured a longer hem at the back and a square neckline.
Elsewhere British author Helen Fielding, whose novels inspired the popular film franchise, caught the eye in a thigh-skimming black dress.
The 58-year old was in high spirits as she greeted fans before making her way into Leicester Square Odeon - where she enjoyed a happy reunion with leading lady Renee.
The pair joined forces with the film's director, Sharon Maguire, and Renee's co-star Sally Field - who sported a cumbersome leg brace after suffering an unexplained accident.
In good company: Renee was accompanied by her man as they made their way into the Odeon ahead of its first British screening
Say cheese: The pair were in high spirits as they posed for photos in the foyer, with Doyle placing a hand around his partner's waist
Co-stars: Renee was accompanied by leading men and onscreen love rivals Patrick Dempsey and Colin Firth, who brought along respective wives Jillian Fink and Livia Giuggioli
Good looking family: Patrick looked dapper in a sharp, tailored suit as he proudly showed off his twin nine-year-old sons Sullivan and Darby and his daughter Tallula, 14
Elsewhere Ellie Goulding looked positively glowing as she attended the world premiere in a thigh-skimming backless dress.
The risque number revealed a hint of side-boob, and was cut low on her back.
Featuring a full miniskirt which flaunted her long lean legs, the dress was cinched in at the waist showing off her toned midriff.
And adding a splash of colour the ensemble starred a lilac feather halterneck top with sheer panels flashing a glimpse of cleavage.
It's all about the fans: The actor ensured those who had patiently waited for a glimpse of the cast got what they came for
Pen in hand: Colin patiently made his way down a lengthy line of autograph hunters ahead of the screening
Dapper: Keeping it classic with a crisp white shirt underneath, the renowned actor jazzed things up with a monochrome spotty tie as he promoted the new blockbuster
But while Ellie exposed plenty of flesh, fellow singer Rebecca Ferguson covered up in a floor length feathered dress.
The former X Factor contestant opted for limited accessories on the night, with a simple neck chain providing a focal point as she greeted fans.
Fresh off the back of a controversial appearance on reality show Love Island, Zara Holland commanded attention in a rather more daring ensemble.
The former Miss Great Britain stunned in a blue semi-sheer blue that partially revealed her voluptuous frame.
Vibrant red lipstick added an extra splash of colour, while her tousled blonde hair was conventionally styled with a simple centre parting.
Here she comes: Helen Fielding, whose books inspired the popular film franchise, oped for a thigh-skimming black dress
Sign here: The novelist was on hand to greet fans of the book and film franchise
Back together at last: Helen enjoyed a happy reunion with Hollywood star Renee on Monday evening
Three's company: (L-R) Novelist Helen Fielding, actress Renee Zellweger and director Sharon Maguire joined forces inside Leicester Square Odeon
Lady in red: Emma Thompson rocked a slightly off the wall but stylish look in a red trouser suit and nude heels
Pixie perfect: The actress wore he blonde locks in a choppy pixie cut, which framed her famous features
Her special night: All eyes were on Renee as she made her comeback following six years away from the limelight
It's been a while: Monday's event marked a triumphant return to mainstream cinema for the actress, whose forthcoming third appearance as Jones is only her second role in six-years following a comparatively low-key appearance in low-budget road movie My Own Love Song
Fancy meeting you here: The star enjoyed an animated chat with British co-star Sally Phillips
Painful: Actress and comedienne Sally sported a cumbersome leg brace at the premiere after suffering an unexplained injury
helping hand: An assistant was close by as Sally gingerly adjusted her leg brace on the pink carpet
Elsewhere Jamelia looked chic in an elegant black jumpsuit as she posed up a storm for photographers on Monday evening.
The singer and presenter teased her hair into a tight bun, while chandelier earrings proved to be a tasteful addition to her ensemble.
Marvin and Rochelle Humes also didn't disappoint as they attended the world premiere on Monday.
They stylish duo looked every inch the chic power couple as they put in an appearance for the long-awaited third installment of the hit film.
Rochelle showed off her long lithe legs in a thigh-skimming high neck dress featuring a feather print and lace sleeves.
Coordinating with the sheer look, the former Saturdays star wore knee-high lace- up sandals.
Racy: Ellie Goulding showed plenty of skin, walking the red carpet in a thigh-skimming backless dress
Looking good: Featuring a full miniskirt which flaunted her long lean legs, the dress was cinched in at the waist showing off her toned midriff
Spicing it up: Adding a splash of colour the ensemble starred a lilac feather halterneck top with sheer panels flashing a glimpse of cleavage
Stunning: Ellie flashed her legs as she crossed the pink carpet in a pair of black stiletto heels
The mother-of-one wore her ombre hair in loose shoulder-length waves and showed off her natural beauty under minimal make-up.
Bridget Jones' Baby catches up with Bridget who is now working a news producer, with awards under her belt and a more balanced approach to life than in the previous two movies.
However, her life is about to be turned upside down once again, as she discovers she's pregnant.
And Bridget is unsure whether the father of the child is the faithful Mark Darcy, (Colin Firth), or the dashing American Jack Qwant, played by Grey’s Anatomy’s Doctor McDreamy (Patrick Dempsey).
And before attending the premiere on Monday evening, Renee appeared on Good Morning Britain ahead of the premiere and revealed that wearing a prosthetic bump for her role made her yearn for motherhood.
Celebrity guest: Singer Rebecca Ferguson made her presence felt at the London premiere on Monday evening
No one's ruffling her feathers: The former X factor star opted for a floor length feathered evening dress for her appearance at the event
Keeping it simple: Limited accessories ensured the ensemble stood out as she posed for snaps
The actress explained seeing her alter-ego go through the trials and tribulations of being an expectant mother hasn't put her off the prospect of pregnancy.
Joining Kate Garraway in the Good Moring Britain gallery on Monday ahead of the premiere of the third movie in the franchise, Renee described parenthood as 'an adventure'.
When asked by Kate whether wearing the bump made her fancy it for real, Renee was in no doubt, quickly answering: 'Of course, what an adventure!
'Kudos to the real mums out there who can’t take it off at the end of the day – it’s quite a load.'
Before the film went into production, and despite her acting success, Renee had taken a six-year break away from the silver screen
Traveling to Liberia for a women’s charity, and spending time with her family, Renee explained the reasoning behind her decision to take some time away from the limelight.
Sweeping statement: Zara Holland stunned in a blue semi-sheer gown at the London premiere on Monday evening
Eye-catching: The busty ensemble ensured the former Miss Great Britain was hard to miss
Picture perfect: The blonde model was a glamorous sight as she greeted photographers at the event
Tasteful: Red lipstick and subdued foundation and blusher complimented the striking look
She added during her Good Morning Britain interview: '[I wanted ] to have a little bit of normalcy. Learn some things that weren’t about researching a character. A different kind of life experience that’s all.'
No stranger to Good Morning Britain, Renee came to visit GMB gallery this time last year as 'work experience' for her new role.
She explained: 'Everyone in the gallery was very generous to let us come in among the controlled chaos, and there is so much, I had no idea the potential for extraordinary disaster at every moment.'
In fact the breakfast show's crew made such a good impression on the film's producers, they even made a cameo in the film.
When asked why we all love the character Bridget so much, Renee was in no doubt, telling Kate: ‘Because of her humanity, she’s insecure and we’re privy to her anxieties.
'We all relate to being the face of escalating disaster and not being able to do anything about it. It gives us all permission to be imperfect as well. It’s inspiring.'
All loved-up: Marvin and Rochelle Humes arrived at the premiere looking happier than ever
Cosy couple: The former Saturdays singer and her pop star beau were all smiles
Two years ago, Renee raised eyebrows on the red carpet of Elle magazine’s Women In Hollywood Awards, by turning up with an apparently thinner face and wider, open eyes.
She has adamantly denied she had plastic surgery for the event, and last week explained her altered appearance was down, not to any artificial procedure, but to simple preoccupation.
She said: 'I’d been staying with a friend in Los Angeles and the month before she’d been diagnosed with ALS [a neurological disease].
'The reason I went to that event was that she wanted me to go, so she could be on the red carpet with me and prove to herself she wasn’t being defeated by this terrible disease.
'And that’s what I was thinking about that day. I wasn’t thinking about what I looked like or what people thought. I was thinking about my friend.'
She said the idea of ageing has never held any fears for her.
She's a Superstar: Singer and Loose Women panellist Jamelia looked typically sassy in a cinched black jumpsuit
Red alert: Bold lipstick added a splash of colour to her cool, sophisticated look
Stunning in silver: Supermodel Laura Bailey was an eye catching sight on the pink carpet
He's a fan: Olympian diver Tom Daley looked sartorially impressive as he walked the pink carpet
A little sheepish? Christopher Biggins made an appearance after he was recently axed from CBB for 'Nazi joke'
Renee explained: 'I think a woman only gets more interesting as she gets older. Youth and superficial beauty have their place and that is, understandably, celebrated to a degree. But that’s so fleeting and it’s only for a moment in your life.
'As you mature, you’re not just getting older, you’re becoming more of who you are supposed to be, and becoming the best version of yourself, better and more interesting.
'It’s a more powerful beauty and it’s a more valuable beauty. Besides — I don’t want to stay the same! I’m curious about what comes next!'
She wouldn't miss it for the world: While the return of Cold Feet screened on national televisions, Fay Ripley was at the movie premiere
They look good together: Former weather girl Tania Bryer arrived with her husband of two months, hedge fund manager Rod Barker
Jewel: She wore an emerald green satin suit over a plunging lace bodysuit as she arrived
She's got something she wants to say: Actress Sarah Solemani used her moment in the spotlight to petition for creches on film sets
All in black: Former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt took a night off from mommy duty to check out the movie
Renee's co-star Patrick Dempsey spent Monday morning chatting to Lorraine Kelly on her ITV morning show.
The actor, 50, is known to millions of fans as McDreamy, after spending 11 years playing as neurosurgeon Dr. Derek 'McDreamy' Shepherd in the hit US drama Grey's Anatomy.
In the much anticipated film, Patrick plays Jack Qwant, Bridget's new American fling, but doesn't know whether he is the baby's father or not.
Patrick looked equally as dashing as his smooth talking character, wearing a charcoal grey suit and black and white spotted to talk about the film.
Breaking Hollywood: The breakfast show's crew made such a good impression on the film's producers, they even made a cameo
She's one lucky lady: She enjoys a smooch with Patrick Dempsey in one scene in the upcoming flick
He then stopped by the This Morning studios alongside co-star Colin Firth to chat to hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby about the film.
Patrick said: 'I was a little nervous [about joining the franchise] because you don't know how you're going to fit in, but everyone was very accommodating.
'Enough time had passed so that it allowed us to get to know each other. Colin and I have a great connection, a great sense of humour. The chemistry came along.'
Colin added: 'We all felt like new boys and girls. We were supposed to slip back into it but I'd forgotten about it.'
The first time Patrick heard Renee's American voice was when she started doing press for the film, which he admitted confused him 'greatly' because he had thought of her as having a British accent like Bridget.
He joked: 'Renee's Texas accent confused me greatly. She's supposed to be from Croydon or Oxfordshire or somewhere. She keeps the accent on set throughout and she never breaks character.
'[Renee and I] have kept in touch but we live 6,000 miles apart. We've seen each other but we're not like a rock band, who tour - we have our lives. Coming back together was lovely. It was like a rather dysfunctional family reunion.'
And the actor heaped praise on Renee for carting round her prosthetic baby bump throughout filming.
He said: 'Renee doesn't really weigh very much but she took off the bump and said "Look, this is what you've been carrying".'
Bridget Jones's Baby is in UK cinemas on Friday.
In the thick of it: Joanna Scanlan wore a black dress and red quilted coat to the event
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