I love the UK. British people have elegance

In an exclusive interview Diana Ross tells TOM BRYANT she's about to return in spectacular fashion

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WHEN it comes to dramatic entrances, there is no doubt Diana Ross reigns Supreme.

Sweeping down the navy-blue carpet in an extraordinary, floor-grazing white gown, the legendary star lit up the Met Gala earlier this year.

With a feather-boa trimmed cape and hat - not to mention several assistants carrying the train up the stairs - she marked her first appearance at the fashion event for 20 years with a bang.

And the Grammy-winning legend aims to make a similar splash when she takes to the stage on her UK tour this month.

Diana explains that fashion will be at the heart of the new dates.

"I'm really looking forward to coming to the UK... I love the country and the British people have elegance," she says.

She is determined to build on the last series of shows here, which included the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert and her unforgettable turn on Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage, in 2022, as well as an appearance at the Royal Albert Hall the following year.

"It's almost two hours of memories, dancing, and dazzling costume changes," she says.