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RITA Ora performed George Michael's iconic Freedom at Children In Need Rocks tonight.

The pop star took to the stage for a powerful rendition of the anthem that wowed the crowds.

 Rita Ora took to the stage to perform Michael Jackson's Freedom for Children In Need Rocks
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Rita Ora took to the stage to perform Michael Jackson's Freedom for Children In Need Rocks

Dressed in a white feathered outfit Rita, 27, stole the show.

The dress showed just the right amount of flesh - with a large slit that revealed her toned legs and a see-through mesh panel across her waist to show off her rock-hard abs.

Rita confidently performed her cover of the legendary tune by the late George Michael.

 The star put on a leggy display for her powerful rendition of the iconic song
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The star put on a leggy display for her powerful rendition of the iconic song
 The crowd sung along with Rita to the anthem
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The crowd sung along with Rita to the anthem
 Rita was joined by a choir who added amazing backing vocals to the goosebump-inducing performance
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Rita was joined by a choir who added amazing backing vocals to the goosebump-inducing performance

And she was helped out by an energetic choir providing backing vocals - making for a powerful performance.

The audience seemed impressed by the cover as they danced and sung along with her.

Speaking about her song choice, Rita revealed:"George Michael and the song Freedom changed my life.

 All Saints also took to the stage to perform The Police's Message In A Bottle
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All Saints also took to the stage to perform The Police's Message In A BottleCredit: BBC
 Legend Sir Rod Stewart whipped out his moved in aid of charity
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Legend Sir Rod Stewart whipped out his moved in aid of charityCredit: BBC
 Cheeky chappy Olly Murs put on an energetic performance for the charity benefit
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Cheeky chappy Olly Murs put on an energetic performance for the charity benefitCredit: BBC

"It made me feel like I was able to do anything, take over the world.

"He is an icon, I hope my cover honours him and reminds people of his incredible talent."

The singer was just one of many acts taking part in the Children In Need Rocks concert at Wembley in aid of the charity.

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Stars such as Olly Murs, Sir Rod Stewart, George Ezra and Jess Glynne - to name a few - took to the stage to raise money for the benefit.

And All Saints even returned to the spotlight with an exclusive performance of The Police's Message In A Bottle.

Children in Need Rocks is on BBC One tonight at 8.30pm. 


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