Jacqueline Jossa leads the glamour in embellished semi-sheer gown as she goes head to head on the red carpet with soap rivals Jennifer Metcalfe and Georgia May Foote at the National Television Awards
The red carpet was freshly rolled outside the O2 ahead of this year’s National Television Awards following a golden 12-moonth period for British drama.
With EastEnders up for a Best Drama gong it was Jaqueline Jossa who stood out as guests arrived at the annual event on Wednesday evening.
The actress caught the eye in a semi-sheer nude gown with highly distinctive floral embellishments that were all the more noticeable next to the otherwise neutral ensembles worn by her two co-stars, Rita Simons and Samantha Womack.
Here she comes: Jacqueline Jossa makes quite an entrance at the National Television Awards on Wednesday evening
Jacqueline, 21, completed her graceful outfit with a pair of white peep-toe heels that she put to good by sashaying into the cavernous venue with the extended cast of BBC1's flagship show.
The actress had stiff competition for best dress, with Caroline Flack and Laura Whitmore both sporting monochrome ensembles.
Arriving alone on Wednesday evening, TV presenter Caroline opted for a glossy white outfit - the focal point of which was a loose fitting blazer jacket, beneath which a skort suit was in evidence.
The 34-year-old finished things off with a pair of strappy gold heels, while accessories were pared back to a single statement ring.
Competing for the top drama trophy are Doctor Who - on a high from its 50th anniversary celebrations and well-watched Christmas episode - alongside Downton Abbey, Call The Midwife and Broadchurch.
Broadchurch is up for further honours with both its stars up for the newly introduced best TV detective award, Idris Elba for Luther, Bradley Walsh for Law and Order: UK, Scott And Bailey's Suranne Jones and Benedict Cumberbatch for Sherlock.
Stepping out: Jacqueline shows off her toned legs, visible beneath the semi-sheer detailing of her nude dress outside the O2 on Wednesday evening
Theree's company: (L-R) Co-stars Rita Simons, Jacqueline Jossa and Samantha Womack pose for photos at the annual event on Wednesday evening
Looking good: Laura Whitmore (L) arrived in a neutral ensemble for her night on the red carpet, while Caroline Flack (R) wore a striking white outfit and strappy gold heels
A night up west: (L-R) EastEnders stars Danny Dyer, Kellie Bright, Sam Strike, Maddy Hill, Jessie Wallace and Shane Ritchie arrive at the National Television Awards
High fashion: EastEnders star Patsy Palmer went for a plunging black gown (L) while Rochelle Humes stood out in a semi-sheer indigo dress
Meanwhile fellow presenter Whitmore, 28, made an entrance in neutral outfit comprised of cropped sleeveless top and black dress for her night at the annual event.
The Irish star finished her look with conventional black stiletto heels, while accessories - primarily the silver bracelet on her right wrist - were equally subtle.
Elsewhere Michelle Heaton opted for an apt colour in baby pink, and her off-she-shoulder gown clung to her prominent baby bump as she posed for photos with husband Hugh Hanley.
Making an increasingly rare appearance without new boyfriend David McIntosh, former Big Breakfast presenter Kelly Brook looked radiant in a plunging black gown with an intricate embellished detail.
Night out: Former LIberty X star Michelle opted for suitable colour in baby pink (L) while X Factor winner Sam Bailey (R) attempted to pull off a sleeveless black evening gown
We're expecting: Heavily pregnant Michelle Heaton and husband Hugh Hanley make an appearance at the National Television Awards on Wednesday evening
Jungle babes: I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here stars Rebecca Adlington and Amy Willerton were reunited at the National Television Awards on Wednesday evening
Silver fox: This Morning host Philip Schofield and wife Stephanie Lowe put in an appearance at the O2
Here they come (L-R) Kelly Brook, Samantha Womack and Rachel Wilde wore vastly contrasting outfits at the National Television Awards on Wednesday evening
Barely there: Kelly's gown came with a plunging neckline that showed off a generous portion of cleavage
Dazzling: Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe looked incredible in another embellished semi-sheer gown, and it clung to her curves in all the right places during her night on the red carpet
I've got you: Leigh Francis, AKA Keith Lemon, is joined by Kelly Hoppen outside the O2
Coronation treat: Soap star Georgia May Foote is quite a sight as she sashays across the red carpet ahead of the National Television Awards on Wednesday evening
Happy couple: Former TOWIE star Mark Wright and his fiancee, Coronation Street actress Michelle Keegan, were amongst the red carpet highlights ahead of the annual show
Here come the girls: (L-R) Coronation Street star Michelle Keegan, Olympian Rebecca Adlington and presenter Fearne Cotton make an appearance at the annual event
The outfit helped show off her best assets, and show them off she did - to full effect - as she made her way across the red carpet, the thigh length slash in her dress revealing her shapely right leg in the process.
Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote turned heads after making her way down south for the annual event, and she made sure she caught the eye in a sequined ivory gown.
A varied collection of shows competes for best factual entertainment, with The Great British Bake Off against Top Gear, An Idiot Abroad and Paul O'Grady: For The Love Of Dogs up for the award.
Strictly Come Dancing goes up against The X Factor once more for best talent show, along with Britain's Got Talent, Dancing On Ice and The Voice.
EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks are up for the best soap prize.
Happy couples: Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard attends with fiancee Christine Bleakley (L), while Craig Revel Horwood made an appearance with partner Damon Scott
Strictly stunning: BBC Breakfast star Susanna Reid took a break from the Strictly tour to make an appearance at the awards show
A touch of glamour: Strictly star Susanna Reid, Hollyoaks actress Nikki Sanderson and TOWIE's Gemma Collins make an appearance at the NTA's on Wednesday night
Look out Amy: Joey Essex steps out i in a forest green three-piece suit at the National Television Awards
Three's company: (L-R) Supermodel Naomi Campbell, Hollyoaks star Anna Shaffer and Coronation Street actress Kym Marsh vie for attention on the red carpet
Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote turned heads after making her way down south for the annual event, and she made sure she caught the eye in a sequined ivory gown.
A varied collection of shows competes for best factual entertainment, with The Great British Bake Off against Top Gear, An Idiot Abroad and Paul O'Grady: For The Love Of Dogs up for the award.
Strictly Come Dancing goes up against The X Factor once more for best talent show, along with Britain's Got Talent, Dancing On Ice and The Voice.
EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks are up for the best soap prize.
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