The stars were out in force on Thursday evening as Dame Joan Collins celebrated her milestone 88th birthday and 20th wedding anniversary in unison at London’s Claridge’s hotel.
The legendary actress was surrounded by industry friends – and at least one old foe – while hosting the event with husband Percy Gibson at the exclusive Mayfair address.
The Dynasty icon lived up to her glamorous status as she was pictured leaving the hotel in a glittering silver dress and furry white stole.
Those in attendance included Sarah, Duchess of York, X Factor creator Simon Cowell, his glamorous fiancée Lauren Silverman, actress Elizabeth Hurley and her model son Damian.
Side by side: Elizabeth Hurley and son Damian (L) were joined by Simon Cowell and his fiancée Lauren Silverman (R) on Thursday evening as they helped Dame Joan Collins celebrate her 88th birthday with a host of celebrity friends in London
Good friends: Joan and Percy started the celebrations early on Wednesday as they enjoyed a pre-anniversary party with pals ex Bond girl Susie Vanner, Paul Robinson and Alan Nevins
Liz, 56, looked stunning in a plunging red gown that fully exposed her cleavage as mother and son made their way inside.
The stunner added a touch of bling with a sparkling box clutch bag and silver drop earrings, finishing off her stylish look with sleek locks and glossy lips.
Ensuring he claimed his own share of the spotlight, Damian, 19, looked dapper in a black dinner jacket and matching trousers.
The young model added to his look with a white waistcoat, shirt and bow-tie as he helped Joan celebrate her special day.
Meanwhile, music mogul Simon looked to be recovering well from his recent electric bike accident as he put on a dapper display as he arrived alongside his wife-to-be Lauren.
Wow: The Dynasty icon lived up to her glamorous status as she was pictured leaving the hotel in a glittering silver dress and furry white stole
Sweet: The screen icon was pictured leaving the hotel with her beloved husband Percy after the celebrations
Here they come: The actress arrived at Mayfair address Claridge’s on the arm of lookalike son Damian ahead of the event, held in honour of legendary Joan’s milestone
Dazzling: The stunner added a touch of bling with a sparkling box clutch bag and silver drop earrings, finishing off her stylish look with sleek locks and glossy lips
Scrubs up well: Ensuring he claimed his own share of the spotlight, Damian, 19, looked dapper in a black dinner jacket and matching trousers
So close: The mother and son sweetly held hands as they later left the party, with Damian then seen placing a tender arm around his parent
The star, 62, sported a blue cast over his broken arm as he smiled for the cameras while making his way inside.
Meanwhile, Lauren looked effortlessly glamorous in a sleek black gown which perfectly hugged her curves.
The soon-to-be Mrs Cowell kept her look simple, teaming her black gown with simple black heels and a matching clutch.
Simon previously told MailOnline he was ‘a bit of a nutter’ having narrowly avoided serious injury during the crash, when he wasn’t wearing a helmet.
Model behaviour: Damian and Elizabeth showcased their model good looks as they stood outside the exclusive London venue
Different angle: Elizabeth displayed her toned back as the criss-cross cut-out back of her stunning dress was revealed
Arm-in-arm: Lauren and Simon greeted onlookers before making their way inside the venue on Thursday evening
Easy does it: Lauren made a grand entrance as she gracefully climbed out the car in her black gown which she paired with simple black heels and a coordinating clutch
Date night: The couple were all smiles as they later departed the star-studded shindig
Injury: Simon previously told MailOnline he was ‘a bit of a nutter’ having narrowly avoided serious injury during the crash, when he wasn’t wearing a helmet
Simon exclusively told MailOnline: ‘I’m OK. I’m feeling much better thank you. It happened just round the corner.’
He admitted: ‘I’m a bit of a nutter. I’ll definitely wear a helmet next time.’
Meanwhile, the Duchess arrived at the Mayfair address alone ahead of the event two days after her ex-husband Prince Andrew reached an out-of-court agreement with Virginia Roberts in a civil suit over alleged sexual abuse.
Sarah, 62, looked stunning in a black gown with sheer sleeves and a glittering belt around her waist as she made her way inside.
She was all smiles despite the scandal involving the Duke of York, which has left his image in tatters and facing a legal bill of up to £12 million after agreeing a settlement with Roberts, who claims she was trafficked by his friend and convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein.
The Royal touch: Sarah, Duchess of York was seen making her way into Claridge’s to celebrate Dame Joan’s birthday
Solo outing: the Duchess arrived at the Mayfair address alone ahead of the event two days after her ex-husband Prince Andrew reached an out-of-court agreement with Virginia Roberts in a civil suit over alleged sexual abuse
Royal attendance: Sarah looked full of glamour as she attended the star-studded bash in the capital
Drama: She was all smiles despite the scandal involving the Duke of York, which has left his image in tatters and facing a legal bill of up to £12 million after agreeing a settlement with Roberts, who claims she was trafficked by his friend and convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein
Hello there: The mother of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie beamed as she stood outside
Andrew is also understood to have agreed to pay a ‘substantial donation’ to his accuser’s charity, but the agreement is not an admission of guilt from the duke and he has always strenuously denied the allegations against him.
Ferguson’s appearance came hours after residents in York on Thursday called for Prince Andrew to be stripped of his Duke of York – which he was given by the Queen on his wedding day in 1986 – title following the sex assault lawsuit.
Elsewhere, while several of Joan’s closest pals turned up for the event, there was one old TV nemesis also in attendance – her former Dynasty co-star Stephanie Beacham.
Ex-husband issues: Andrew is also understood to have agreed to pay a ‘substantial donation’ to his accuser’s charity, but the agreement is not an admission of guilt from the duke and he has always strenuously denied the allegations against him
Night out: Sarah was later seen leaving the party alongside model Poppy Delevingne
Outing: Ferguson’s appearance came hours after residents in York on Thursday called for Prince Andrew to be stripped of his Duke of York – which he was given by the Queen on his wedding day in 1986 – title following the sex assault lawsuit
Departure: James Blunt and his wife Sofia were all dressed up for the birthday celebrations and were pictured leaving the do
Heading home: The couple looked in good spirits as they sat in the back of a taxi
Stephanie, 74, who played Sable Colby in the TV drama and was a fierce rival of Joan’s character Alexis.
But the TV star proved that the drama was purely on screen as she stepped out to celebrate with her pal on Thursday, with Stephanie oozing glamour in a dazzling embellished black gown with a dramatic featured skirt.
The actress added an ornate diamond choker and a silver clutch to her show-stopping look, while keeping warm in a black furry shrug.
Stephanie looked in great spirits as she climbed out of her taxi with a present in hand as she prepared for the night’s festivities.
Look who it is: While several of her closest pals turned up for the event, there was one old TV nemesis was also in attendance – her former Dynasty co-star Stephanie Beacham
Enemies: Stephanie, 74, who played Sable Colby in the TV drama and was a fierce rival of Joan’s character Alexis (pictured together in 1989)
Wow: But the TV star proved that the drama was purely on screen as she stepped out to celebrate with her pal on Thursday, with Stephanie oozing glamour in a dazzling embellished black gown with a dramatic featured skirt
That was fun: Stephanie couldn’t keep the smile off her face as she later left the bash
Glam night out: Stephanie looked in great spirits as she headed towards her taxi with a present in hand following the night’s festivities
Meanwhile, Poppy Delevingne was sure to turn heads as she put on a leggy display in a black satin gown with a very high thigh split.
The model, 35, showcased her endless pins in the stunning black number which featured gem and pearl embellishments going down one side.
Wrapping up in the chilly London weather, Poppy added a long black coat while accessorising with gold heels, a black velvet clutch and statement earrings.
Elsewhere, Gloria Hunniford, 81, was pretty in pink as she rocked a stunning satin pastel dress coat worn over a matching lace dress.
Gorgeous: Meanwhile, Poppy Delevingne was sure to turn heads as she put on a leggy display in a black satin gown with a very high thigh split
Heading off: Poppy later headed home, with the stunner still looking flawless despite a night of partying
Happy days: Poppy flashed a dazzling smile while walking with her phone in hand
Dressed to the nines: Elsewhere, Gloria Hunniford, 81, was pretty in pink as she rocked a stunning satin pastel dress coat worn over a matching lace dress
Pink lady: The Loose Women star’s pink coat was embellished with glittering sequins on the sleeves and lapels, with her gorgeous long dress also featuring a touch of sparkle
Happy couple: The presenter was accompanied by her dapper hairdresser husband Stephen Way, who looked smart in a black dinner jacket, trousers and a white shirt
Glad to be here: Gloria and Stephen were all smiles as they made their way down the street
The Loose Women star’s pink coat was embellished with glittering sequins on the sleeves and lapels, with her gorgeous long dress also featuring a touch of sparkle.
Gloria teamed her look with coordinating accessories including a clutch and flat pointed shoes, while she added a further touch of shine with a statement silver necklace and cuff.
The presenter was accompanied by her dapper hairdresser husband Stephen Way, who looked smart in a black dinner jacket, trousers and a white shirt.
Other pals of Joan’s also joining in with the celebrations were talent manager Jonathan Shalit who covered up in a grey coat and Frederick Forsyth, who caught the eye in a purple and gold sequinned jacket.
Lord Black and his wife Barbara Amiel were seen exiting the venue, with his spouse catching the eye in a fluffy yellow stole, with Jeffrey Archer and wife Mary also seen dressed to the nines.
High spirits: A cheery John Reid rocked a kilt to the star-studded celebrations
Partygoers: Other pals of Joan’s also joining in with the celebrations were talent manager Jonathan Shalit who covered up in a grey coat and Frederick Forsyth, who caught the eye in a purple and gold sequinned jacket
In attendance: Lord Conrad Black and his wife Barbara Amiel were seen exiting the venue, with his spouse catching the eye in a fluffy yellow stole
Good mood: Barbara put on an animated display as she stepped outside with her husband
Glad rags: Jeffrey Archer and wife Mary were also seen dressed to the nines, with Lady Archer looking glam in a red dress and fur coat
Happy days: The couple were in great spirits as they stepped out to support Joan and Percy on the night
Beaming: Jeffrey certainly looked excited as he stepped out in his finest outfit
Looking great: Meanwhile, Judith Chalmers looked elegant in a long Grecian-style cream gown
License to thrill: Bond Girl Susie Vanner looked stunning in a figure-hugging black ruffled gown
Pulling out all the stops: Simon Le Bon meanwhile dressed to impress as he slipped into a smart black tails jacket
Dressed to impress: Sofia wowed in a black silk floor length gown, while James wore sparkly shoes
Birthday girl: Joan’s elaborate flower bouquets were packed into the car by staff at Claridges as she headed home
Amazing: An elaborate floral display could be seen in the window with white orchids
Meanwhile, Judith Chalmers looked elegant in a long Grecian-style cream gown, while Bond Girl Susie Vanner looked stunning in a figure-hugging black ruffled gown.
Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon meanwhile dressed to impress as he slipped into a smart black tails jacket.
Actress and director Emerald Fennel looked effortless chic in a white embellished dress which she wore with a striking feathered cape.
The star accessorised her showshopping looked with metallic heels and a clutch bag, while adding a pop of colour with bold red lips.
Elsewhere, Amanda Wakeley wowed in an elegant black and gold fringed dress, while Glynis Barber was the epitome of chic as she stepped out in a navy velvet number.
Earlier that day iconic British Joan actress celebrated her twentieth wedding anniversary with husband Percy Gibson and she hinted the secret to domestic bliss is having ‘separate bathrooms’.
Attendees: Anthony Andrews dressed smartly for the occasion as he arrived with wife Georgina Simpson
A vision: Actress and director Emerald Fennel looked effortless chic in a white embellished dress which she wore with a striking feathered cape
Gorgeous: Elsewhere, Amanda Wakeley wowed in an elegant black and gold fringed dress, while Glynis Barber was the epitome of chic as she stepped out in a navy velvet number
So stylish: Glynis Barber was the epitome of chic as she stepped out in a navy velvet number
Glam squad: The glamorous attendees were out in force on Joan and Percy’s big night
Stepping out: Sir Nick Lloyd and Eve Pollard looked great in their smart ensembles
The acting legend married handsome producer and her fifth husband Percy, 56, on February 17 2002.
On Thursday Joan – who is 32 years older than Percy – told fans how happy they were after two decades of living together.
Posting up a throwback from their big day, Joan wrote: ’20 years ago today #ahubby and I tied the knot and have been happily married ever since #20thanniversary #togetherness #happymarriage.
She then added with laughing emoji : ‘#separatebathrooms.’
Joan and Percy received congratulations from friends including Paul O Grady and hat designer Philip Treacy.
Love: Dame Joan also celebrated her twentieth wedding anniversary with husband Percy Gibson on the same day, and she hinted the secret to domestic bliss is having ‘separate bathrooms’
Cute: The two met during a theatre production and at the time Joan admitted she ‘wasn’t interested in getting married again’ at first, but then changed her mind (pictured on Valentine’s Day)
Earlier this week they celebrated with a pre-anniversary party with ex Bond girl Susie Vanner.
The two met during a theatre production and at the time Joan admitted she ‘wasn’t interested in getting married again’ at first, but changed her mind after they became close friends and insisted her current marriage is ‘for good’.
It comes after the screen legend revealed she felt like she was ‘in jail’ during the UK lockdown.
She spent the early months of the coronavirus pandemic in London but as soon as international travel was permitted, she relocated to France with her husband Percy Gibson because she felt so frustrated.
She said: ‘I was in London for most of the time. But after the three-month period from March 2020, I went to the south of France, as I have a house there.
‘I found London difficult because I felt like I was in jail, not knowing when I was going to get out.’
Iconic couple: Dame Joan and Percy are pictured together in 2001 just after announcing that they were set to marry in a ceremony in London
Joan spent a ‘ridiculous’ amount of time watching TV and admitted she gained weight because there was nothing to do but eat and drink.
She said: ‘Of course I was [in tracksuits] weren’t we all? I gained about half a stone. I was eating as much as possible because aside from drinking bottles of wine and polishing off chocolates – what else was there to do?
‘I also watched endless television – it was ridiculous. I watched nine hours one day.
‘I would watch the morning programmes and read all the papers, so that would take me up to lunchtime.’
Loved-up: It comes after Joan revealed that she relocated to France with her husband Percy during the pandemic because she felt so frustrated
