The Motown legend performed a two-hour show at the O2 Arena with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, revisiting decades of hits and even sharing the stage with family.

Diana Ross on stage during her “One Legendary Voice. Decades of Hits” tour. Diana Ross made a triumphant return to the UK stage last night (July 2, 2025) with a concert at London’s O2 Arena, marking her first British performance in two years . The 81-year-old singer was accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and her band, delivering a career-spanning set as part of her One Legendary Voice. Decades of Hits tour . The one-night-only show — Ross’s first UK appearance since 2023 — treated fans to over two hours of music, featuring many of her most iconic songs such as “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and “Endless Love” .

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Ross made her grand entrance to the anthem “I’m Coming Out” amid a sweeping orchestral overture, glowing in a dazzling white gown that she later joked was “far too long” onstage . She then launched into a medley of 1960s Supremes classics – including “Baby Love,” “You Can’t Hurry Love,” and “Stop! In the Name of Love” – with vintage Motown footage playing on giant screens behind her . Throughout the night, the Royal Philharmonic’s lush arrangements added extra grandeur to Ross’s hits, seamlessly blending pop and soul with symphonic power.

A clear mid-show highlight came when Ross performed “Don’t Explain,” the Billie Holiday torch song she originally recorded for her film Lady Sings the Blues. The number was stripped-down and jazz-infused, allowing Ross’s voice to shine alongside standout solos from her pianist and saxophonist . She also revisited 1970s solo favorites like “Touch Me in the Morning,” drawing the audience in with an intimate, heartfelt delivery . Later in the set, Ross brought the energy back up with upbeat ’80s crowd-pleasers – even the disco hit “Chain Reaction” had the arena on its feet, proving the legendary diva’s stage presence remains undiminished at 81.

One of the most memorable moments came during “Upside Down,” when Ross invited members of her family onstage. “You know I’m 81, right?” she quipped to the cheering crowd with a smile , before having several of her grandchildren join her to dance and sing along for the song’s final chorus . The spontaneous family cameo drew delighted applause and underscored the joyful, celebratory spirit of the evening. Ross’s daughter Rhonda Ross also stepped onstage to duet with her mother on the song “Count on Me,” as a montage of family photographs played on the big screen behind them – a touching tribute to the singer’s legacy and loved ones.

The concert culminated in a rousing finale that spanned Ross’s decades of stardom. The Motown icon capped the main set with an electrifying “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” bringing the audience to a frenzy one more time . She then returned for an encore featuring “The Best Years of My Life” and a heartfelt rendition of “Thank You,” the latter doubling as an expression of gratitude to the fans who have supported her through the years . As the lights came up, it was clear that Diana Ross’s first UK show since 2023 had been a triumphant celebration of her music – a spectacle of nostalgia, family, and timeless hits that reaffirmed her status as one of pop music’s enduring legends.