Wild things! Aussie stars Charley, Christian Wilkins and other top musicians flash their underwear and slip into very racy attires on the red carpet at the 2024 ARIA Awards
Some of Australia’s top music stars and TV personalities made sure to capture attention as they led the arrivals at the 2024 ARIA Awards in Sydney on Wednesday.
Singer Charley and Christian Wilkins turned heads in their very daring ensembles as they stormed the Hordern Pavilion for the biggest night in Aussie music.
Charley put her incredible figure on display in a racy blue sheer dress which she designed herself and the number gave a flash of her toned abs.
The Timebomb hitmaker, whose full name is Claire Howell, added a few inches to her frame with a pair of striking silver buckled heels.
She styled her vibrant blue tresses in loose waves across her shoulders and added to her stunning features with a dramatic make-up palette.
Proving herself to be every inch the fashionista, the bombshell star worked all the angles for the cameras as she led the best-dressed for the occasion.
Singer Charley and Christian Wilkins made sure to capture attention as they led the arrivals at the 2024 ARIA Awards in Sydney on Wednesday
Charley put her incredible figure on display in a racy blue sheer dress which she designed herself and the number gave a flash of her toned abs
Meanwhile, Christian, the son of Richard Wilkins, showed off his muscular biceps in a halter-neck black gown with a red anthurium flower around the neckline.
He gave himself a few extra inches in a pair of pointed black heels and accessorised with a dainty silver bangle and a coordinated thumb ring.
Christian, 29, added to his bold ensemble with a dramatic slick of eyeliner and a bronzed make-up palette as he posed for the cameras.
He is serving as the official red carpet host for the prestigious ARIA awards, where Kylie Minogue, Royel Otis and Dom Dolla are leading the music nominations.
He has been joined by co-hosts Bridget Hustwaite, Latifa Tee and Rhys Nicholson in leading Australian music’s biggest night of the year.
The gig marks a big step in Christian’s career as a budding media personality as he follows in the footsteps of his father Richard, who is a veteran entertainment reporter and Nine Network presenter.
On the red carpet, Christian was joined by Nicole Kidman’s niece Lucia, 26, who was the picture of elegance in a glamorous black strapless mini dress.
The 7Bravo reporter put on a very leggy display in the striking ensemble and added to her frame with a pair of pointed stiletto heels.
The Timebomb hitmaker, whose full name is Claire Howell, added a few inches to her frame with a pair of striking silver buckled heels
She styled her vibrant blue tresses in loose waves across her shoulders and added to her stunning features with a dramatic make-up palette
Christian, the son of Richard Wilkins, showed off his muscular biceps in a halter-neck black gown with a red anthurium flower detailing around the neckline
He gave himself a few extra inches in a pair of pointed black heels and accessorised with a dainty silver bangle and a coordinated thumb ring
Christian added to his bold ensemble with a dramatic slick of eye-liner and a bronzed make-up palette as he posed for the cameras at Hordern Pavilion
He is serving as the official red carpet host for the prestigious ARIA music awards, proving that he is following in his father Richard’s footsteps
He has been joined by co-hosts Bridget Hustwaite (both pictured), Latifa Tee and Rhys Nicholson in leading Australian music’s biggest night
She let her outfit do all the talking as she accessorised with a statement pair of gold earrings and swept her dark tresses back into a sleek up-do.
Lucia – the daughter of Nicole’s sister Antonia Kidman and late businessman Angus Hawley – added to her stunning features with a high-glamour make-up palette.
Also among the arrivals was Neighbours star Sarah Ellen, who looked effortlessly stylish in a red and black patterned gown which hugged her incredible figure.
The actress, 27, who plays Madison Robinson on the soap opera, completed her look with a pair of heeled black boots.
She shielded her eyes with oval shades as she showed off her unique sense of style on the star-studded red carpet.
Comedian Rove McManus also made an appearance and cut a suave figure in a black suit and a white shirt as he flashed a huge grin for the cameras.
Nova host Tim Blackwell and his new girlfriend Lizzie Baxter also made their official red carpet debut at the ARIA Awards, putting on a very cosy display.
Tim, 43, and Lizzie, who is 15 years Tim’s junior and a producer for Nova’s Fitzy & Wippa, couldn’t keep their hands off each other as they walked the red carpet.
On the red carpet, Christian was joined by Nicole Kidman ‘s niece Lucia, 26, who was the picture of elegance in a glamorous black strapless mini dress
The 7Bravo reporter put on a very leggy display in the striking ensemble and added to her frame with a pair of pointed stiletto heels
She let her outfit do all the talking as she accessorised with a statement pair of gold earrings and swept her dark tresses back into a sleek up-do
Kita Alexander showed off her incredible figure in a sparkling silver underwear set, which she wore underneath a sheer skirt with lace detailing
She has been nominated in four categories – for Best Produced Release alongside FISHER, Song of the Year and Best Dance/Electronic for their hit Atmosphere, and for the Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist gong
Aussie rapper Barkaa put on a daring display in a plunging mini dress for the ceremony. She has been nominated in the fan-voted category Best Australian Live Act
Also among the arrivals was Neighbours star Sarah Ellen, who looked effortlessly stylish in a red and black patterned gown which hugged her incredible figure
The actress, 27, who plays Madison Robinson on the soap opera, shielded her eyes with oval shades as she showed off her unique sense of style on the star-studded red carpet
Zimbabwean-Australian singer Tkay Maidza put on a very quirky display in a bizarre black safety pin bralet, which she styled with a padded skirt
Singer Bella Mackenzie certainly made sure to attract attention in a bold metallic blue cowboy ensemble as she stormed the red carpet
Singer PANIA put on a very display in a daring rouge gown, made up of a wet-look body-style corset bodice and a floating skirt with a bold side split
The singer, who has been nominated for Best Soul/R&B Release for her track We Still Young, worked all the angles for the cameras on the red carpet
Nova FM’s Tim Blackwell will be hosting the 2024 ARIA Awards, which will see Australia’s top music talents recognised, with Kylie Minogue (pictured in August) nabbing five nominations
Tim, who is hosting the annual music awards ceremony, officially confirmed their relationship to Daily Mail Australia and said that Lizzie, 28, was his ‘date’.
Elsewhere, Troye Sivan cut a dapper figure on his big night, showing off his sensational style in a grey satin shirt and coordinated dark trousers.
The Aussie megastar, 29, who recently toured with Charli XCX, looked as trendy as ever as he shielded his eyes with a pair of dark shades.
He has been nominated for Album of the Year and Best Pop Release for Something To Give Each Other, as well as Song of the Year for Got Me Started.
Actress Claudia Karvan put on a sophisticated display in a halter-neck gown with a daring side split that gave a flash of her toned legs.
The producer, 52, completed her look with a pair of black heels and toted her essentials in a small clutch bag to complete her red carpet look.
She stepped out alongside her on-screen husband Angus Sampson, who stars as her spouse in their smash hit comedy series Bump.
Singer Missy Higgins, who is nominated for the fan-voted category of Best Australian Live Act, also oozed sophistication in a stylish black gown for the occasion.
Comedian Rove McManus also made an appearance and cut a suave figure in a black suit and a white shirt as he flashed a huge grin for the cameras
Nova host Tim Blackwell and his new girlfriend Lizzie Baxter also made their official red carpet debut at the ARIA Awards, putting on a very cosy display
Tim, 43, and Lizzie, 28, couldn’t keep their hands off each other as they walked the red carpet just one day after Daily Mail Australia confirmed their relationship
On the red carpet, Tim, who is hosting the annual music awards ceremony, officially confirmed their relationship and said that Lizzie, 28, was his ‘date’
Troye Sivan has been nominated for Album of the Year and Best Pop Release for Something To Give Each Other, as well as Song of the Year for Got Me Started
He cut a dapper figure on his big night, showing off his sensational style in a grey satin shirt and coordinated dark trousers
The Aussie megastar, 29, who recently toured with Charli XCX, looked as trendy as ever as he shielded his eyes with a pair of dark shades
Troye also narrowly missed a run-in with his doppelganger Daniel Seavey, who appeared to be channelling the singer’s on-stage attire in a chainmail vest
Ava Max put on a dazzling display in a figure-hugging metallic gown as she stormed the red carpet
The American singer-songwriter, 30, accessorised her stylish ensemble with an array of silver jewellery and added to her features with a slick of dark red lipstick
Peach PRC showed off her very unique sense of style as she showed off her incredible figure in a daring net bralet and sheer shirt, which she styled with an array of body chains
The singer, whose Time Of My Life music video has been recognised for Best Video, added to her frame with platform heels as she made sure to turn heads
Actress Claudia Karvan put on a sophisticated display in a halter-neck gown as she stepped out alongside her on-screen husband Angus Sampson – who stars as her spouse in Bump
Singer Missy Higgins, who is nominated for the fan-voted category of Best Australian Live Act, oozed sophistication in a stylish black gown for the occasion
Aussie singer G Flip, who is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, cut a sophisticated figure in a pinstripe suit for the occasion. They are the spouse of reality star Chrishell Stause
The drummer, who has been nominated for Song of the Year for their hit The Worst Person Alive, appeared in jovial spirits as they made a solo appearance on the red carpet
Former Wiggles star Emma Watkins, now known by her stage name Emma Memma, cut an elegant figure as she joined the arrivals
Amy Shark, who is nominated for Album of the Year, showed off her toned legs in a white mini dress with a layered skirt, which she styled with a chic pearl clutch bag and platform heels
Aussie music icon Daryl Braithwaite appeared to be in good spirits as he flashed a peace sign on the red carpet
Ella Hooper, known as the lead singer of Killing Heidi, also put on a very eye-catching display in a striking silver gown with padded sleeves and a dramatic skirt
Also in attendance were the likes of Aussie singer G Flip, American star Ava Max, Peach PRC, and former Wiggles star Emma Watkins, among many others.
The ARIA Awards will be hosted by Nova FM’s Tim Blackwell and the glitzy night will see a whole host of Australia’s top music talents recognised.
Kylie Minogue has nabbed five nominations at the ceremony while Royel Otis has been recognised an impressive eight times.
Aussie pop legend Kylie, 56, has received nods across five different categories, including for two of the top gongs – album of the year and best solo artist.
Her smash hit album Tension has also been nominated best pop release while the titular single is also in the running for song of the year.
In the best solo artist category, Kylie is up against huge Aussie stars including The Kid LAROI, Tones and I, Troye Sivan and Dom Dolla, among others.
She will also be battling it out against Amy Shark, Angie McMahon, Royel Otis and Troye in the album of the year category.
The huge achievement comes after Kylie confirmed she will be embarking on a 10-date Australian tour and releasing a new album, titled Tension II.
Taylor Haynes put on a show-stopping display in a stunning gold one-shouldered ballgown with a daring side split, which she teamed with gold heels
R&B singer Mi-kaisha showed off her toned legs in a striking silver fringed mini dress and matching heeled sandals
Sara Berki oozed elegance in a stunning strapless red gown with a beaded bodice, which she teamed with studded heels
Tori Forsyth, who has been nominated for Best Country Album for her record All We Have Is Who We Are, put on a very stylish display at the glitzy ceremony
Georgia Mooney appeared in excellent spirits as her album Full of Moon has been nominated for Best Blues & Roots Album at the glitzy event
2024 Australian Idol star Ripley Alexander cut a dapper figure in a white vest top and light blue blazer, which he styled with wide-leg black trousers
TikTok star Millie Ford put on a busty display in a strapless mini dress with a sheer bodice and a floral tiered skirt
Charlie Pittman looked as smart as ever in a stylish green jumper with bow detailing, which he teamed with grey trousers and chunky black shoes
Aussie singer KLP showed off her edgy sense of style as she stepped out in a checkered shirt and an oversized white blazer dress, which she teamed with black loafers
Singer Vera Blue certainly made sure to turn heads in a strapless black gown with a very dramatic floral skirt
American singer Kane Brown showed off his signature sense of style in a beige striped suit and a matching woolen jumper
Singer and rapper Kobie Dee, who has been nominated for Best Hip Hop/Rap Release for his number Chapter 26, put on a smart display in an all-white suit
Singer Ben Swissa put on a very quirky display in a striking red ruffled blouse and an embroidered floral black jacket and dark trousers
Tahlia Borg and Cahli Blakers of Teenage Joans have been nominated for Best Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Album for their release The Rot That Grows Inside My Chest
Classical pianist Van-Anh Nguyen showed off her toned legs in an elegant strapless white gown with a corset-style bodice and a billowing bubble skirt
Composer Sophie Hutchings made sure to turn heads in a sparkling gold mini dress with puffed sleeves
The Paper Kites (L-R: Sam Bentley, Christina Lacy, David Powys, Sam Rasmussen and Josh Bentley) have been nominated for Best Blues & Roots Album for their hit At the Roadhouse
Rapper Briggs appeared to be in jovial spirits as he playfully posed for the cameras on the red carpet
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers members (L-R) Anna Ryan, Scarlett McKahey, Neve van Boxsel and Jaida Stephenson have been nominated for Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist
Grinspoon stars Pat Davern, Joe Hansen, Kristian Hopes and Phil Jamieson stepped out on the red carpet amid their release whatever, whatever’s nomination for Best Rock Album
Aussie DJ and record producer Cyril showed off his laidback sense of style in a black T-shirt and wide-leg trousers, styled with a bomber jacket
Film composer Ack Kinmonth also made up the arrivals and cut a dapper figure in an all-black suit
Elsewhere, Indie pop duo Royel Otis, made up of singer Otis Pavlovic and guitarist Royel Maddell, have incredibly led the pack with a landslide eight nominations.
The group, known for their cover of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s hit Murder on the Dancefloor, are up for album of the year, best group and best rock album.
They are also in the running for song of the year, best Australian live act, best engineered release, best produced release and best independent release.
They are followed closely behind by Dom Dolla, who has secured six nominations including for best solo artist, best electronic release and song of the year.
Meanwhile, Troye, Tones and I, First Nations hip hop collective 3%, Amy Shark, Rüfüs Du Sol and The Kid LAROI have all landed four nominations.
Confidence Man and FISHER have also been recognised in three categories, with the winners set to be crowned at the Hordern Pavilion on November 20.
The 2024 Aria Awards in partnership with YouTube showcase the best of Australia’s music talents and will air live from 5pm AEDT on Stan.
