Sheridan Smith keeps new tattoo firmly under wraps as she arrives at the Royal Television Society Programme Awards in plunging black gown
She took a committed step forward in her relationship with Hollyoaks actor Greg Wood this week by getting a sentimental tattoo.
But Sheridan Smith kept her new ink hidden from view on the red carpet at the Royal Television Society Programme Awards in London on Tuesday night.
The 33-year-old actress looked stunning in a plunging black gown as she arrived at the awards, where she is nominated for the Female Actor prize.
Belle of the ball: Sheridan Smith arrived at the Royal Television Society Programme Awards in a plunging, glittering gown
Sheridan walked the glittering blue carpet at the at the Grosvenor House Hotel in a shimmering floor-length dress.
The statement number featured a sheer front panel which showed off the actress' curves, but not her new tattoo.
With her short blonde hair slicked back and some dark smouldering eye make-up, Sheridan looked ready for a night of mingling with the best of British television talent at the annual awards.
Check out the curves: The Cilla star kept her new tattoo hidden but did show off her stunning figure in the form-fitting gown
The actress is competing against Georgina Campbell for Murdered By My Boyfriend and Sarah Lancashire for Happy Valley in the Female Actor category, thanks to her critically acclaimed lead role in ITV's drama Cilla.
As well as her booming acting career, Sheridan has been keeping busy with her new romance.
The star was spotted at a tattoo parlor recently with her actor boyfriend Greg, where they proved their commitment to each other by getting matching ink.
Greg and Sheridan designed their own 'All In' pair of aces, which Sheridan had inked on her ribs, while Greg went for pride of place on his upper arm.
Hoping for a win: Sheridan gave a big thumbs up as she headed inside the Grosvenor House Hotel to find out if she'll add another gong to her collection
New ink: Sheridan got a new tattoo dedicated to boyfriend Greg Wood last week but kept it under wraps at the RTS Programme Awards
For BAFTA and NTA winning actress Sheridan, she had the poignant words 'Gregory's Girl' written above a card in the suit of hearts.
Greg - who is currently going through a divorce- had 'My Sheri Amour' tattooed on his shoulder, a sign that they both see a long future in their current relationship.
The pair were first seen together at Liverpool’s Smugglers Cove restaurant on January 15, after apparently striking up a bond during an exchange of flirty Twitter messages in November 2014.
Purple reign: Pregnant Jodie Whittaker looked pretty in plum as she showed off her growing baby bump on the blue carpet
Simplicity: Claudia Winkleman kept things low-key in black trousers and some pink heels
A night off from Albert Square: Laurie Brett and Adam Woodyatt arrived at the RTS Programme Awards together
TV queen: Keeley Hawes looked chic in her black gown which featured a racy lace front
The next week, they raised eyebrows when he helped her celebrate her Best Drama Performance accolade at The National Television Awards in London.
There was no sign of Greg at the RTS Programme Awards though, with Sheridan walking the sparkly carpet solo.
Also spotted arriving for the big night in the TV calendar was Broadchurch star Jodie Whittaker, who showed off her growing baby bump in a figure hugging purple dress.
EastEnders actors Adam Woodyatt and Laurie Brett arrived together, while Keeley Hawes gave Sheridan a run for her money in her own revealing black gown.
Suited and booted: Johnny Vegas and Russell Tovey looked dapper for the star-studded ceremony
Colourful: Grayson Perry clashed prints and colours in a typically outlandish dress
Work it: This is England star Vicky McClure stuck to black while The Tudors star Annabelle Wallis brightened things up in red
Rev scrubs up: Tom Hollander looked suave in his bow tie as he arrived for a night of gong-giving
All that glitters: Corries' Tisha Merry and Holby's Amanda Mealing matched the sparkly blue carpet in their shimmering dresses
From the Street to the blue carpet: Coronation Street star Sair Khan went for a simple LBD
Here for the laughs: Leigh Francis was all smiles as he arrived in a long-line black tux jacket
Suit up: Gary Linekar was outdone by a dapper Bear Grylls
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