Ella Henderson shares a sweet full circle moment as Gary Barlow reacts to her new song

Gary was on The X Factor judging panel when Ella auditioned

Ella Henderson and Gary Barlow
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 21st Oct 2024

Hits Radio Live performer Ella Henderson has come a long way since her audition on The X Factor back in 2012, releasing two albums, and several Top 10 hits including 'Ghost', 'Crazy What Love Can Do' and 'React'.

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Now, following the release of her latest single, the singer has shared a full circle moment showing Gary Barlow reacting to her song 'Filthy Rich'.

Back in 2012, Gary was on The X Factor judging panel, and told Ella: "If I was to have a Top 5 of the most annoying songs of all time, that would come fairly close to the top for me, but today I would pay lots of money to hear that version again. That was amazing."

In the video shared recently by Ella, Gary can be seen talking to Ella, lipsyncing to the clip from The X Factor, while the words 'Gary Barlow's reaction to my new single' appear on the screen.

This latest post by Ella has been a hit with fans with many commenting with laughing emojis. One fan commented: 'Begging for you two to work together one day 🥹🥹🥹', and another said: 'Love this re-enactment 👏❤️'.

Ella was out in Malta recently, where she joined Take That at their 'Greatest Weekend' festival. Also on Instagram she shared several photos from the gig, writing: 'MALTA!!! Thank you and @takethat for having me at the #TakeThatGreatestWeekend 💖 I had the absolute BEST time and we really did make it rain with love! 😂 E x x'.

Ella has been announced for the line-up of Hits Radio Live Birmingham, along with Tom Grennan, Olly Alexander, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Sigala, Joel Corry, Tom Walker and Sugababes.

Speaking to us previously, Ella confirmed she will have an EXCLUSIVE at Hits Radio Live Birmingham. She told Hits Radio's Hattie: "It'll be the first time I'm actually performing to this size of a crowd my new single (‘Filthy Rich’). So I'm gonna be so nervous, but so excited because it's been a long time coming.

"Literally the Hits Radio Live Exclusive, but yeah, it will be! So I'm mega excited, I know my band are excited and I've been working on this side and I think for so long I've obviously collaborated with so many artists and dipped my toes into the dance genre for some time."

We cannot wait to see Ella perform at Hits Radio Live Birmingham, and tickets are on sale at the moment.

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Take a look through the line-up for our Hits Radio Live gigs:

Leigh-Anne

Little Mix's Leigh-Anne will be performing at Hits Radio Live Birmingham on the 22nd November. It will be the first time the solo artist has performed in Birmingham AND her first time at Hits Radio Live. Make sure you don't miss out, get your tickets now!

Teddy Swims

The incredible Teddy Swims will be joining us in Manchester on the 23rd November at the Co-op Live Arena. He will be performing some of his hit tracks including the HUGE 'Lose Control'. Don't miss out on his first time performing at the new Co-op Live for Hits Radio Live Manchester!

Tom Grennan

Tom Grennan will be joining us in Birmingham on Friday 22nd November at bp pulse LIVE, and then in Manchester on the 23rd November. Tom Grennan comes to Hits Radio Live, straight off the back of his latest sold out headline show at Gunnersbury Park. He's sure to wow crowds at the Co-op Live Arena, don't miss out!

Joel Corry

You asked for a party, and we delivered. The unbelievable Joel Corry will be bringing the house down at the bp pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham on the 22nd November. Get your tickets and your dancing shoes now!

Perrie

Perrie will be joining us for her very first Hits Radio Live as a solo artist. She'll be taking to the stage in Manchester at the Co-op Live Arena. She promises to bring the energy to the night, don't miss out!

Olly Alexander

Years & Years front man Olly Alexander will be joining us in Birmingham on the 22nd November. He'll be bringing the party along with the rest of the star-studded line-up at the bp pulse LIVE Arena! Get your tickets now!

Jax Jones

The unbelievable Jax Jones will be joining us at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester on the 23rd November. He is known for putting on absolutely incredible shows and we cannot wait for him to return to Hits Radio Live later this year. Get your tickets NOW!

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Rita Ora

Pop icon, Rita Ora, will be joining us in Manchester for an unbelievable set of her biggest hits. Want to see the 'Black Widow' and 'Hot Right Now' star? Then what are you waiting for? Get your tickets now...

Tom Walker

The 'Leave a Light On' and 'Just You and I' singer is back at Hits Radio Live this November in Birmingham. Tom Walker is known for his incredible performances and we can't wait to have him on the Hits Radio Live Stage!

Clean Bandit

Clean Bandit will be coming to Manchester to perform at the Co-op Live Arena on the 23rd November. They'll be back at Hits Radio Live playing some of their huge worldwide hits such as 'Rather Be' and 'Rockabye'. Don't miss out and make sure you get your tickets now!

Cian Ducrot

Cian Ducrot will be joining us at Hits Radio Live in Manchester on the 23rd November. He'll be wow-ing the crowds with his incredible hits 'I'll Be Waiting' and 'All For You'. You won't want to miss this. Get your tickets now!

KSI

The legend that is KSI will be joining the line-up in Manchester on the 23rd November. He'll be performing some of his top hits like 'Not Over Yet' and 'Holiday' for you at the Co-op Live Arena! Join us for a huge party... get your tickets now

Sugababes

We heard you and we've got you. Pop icons Sugababes will be joining the line-up in Birmingham for an incredible night of their biggest hits - you know the ones... Don't miss this, get your tickets now!

Sigala

Sigala will be raising the roof at the bp pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham on the 22nd November! Don't miss out on this incredible party

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