Bare-faced Rita Ora posted ‘unhinged’ behind-the-scenes Instagram snaps on Thursday, following a surreal few days in the big apple celebrating New Year’s Eve.
The singer, 34, co-hosted Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2025 with Ryan Seacrest on Tuesday in NYC.
And reflecting on her whirlwind week, Rita captured moments from rehearsals and how she spent her downtime.
She captioned her post: ‘Now it’s time for the unhinged behind the scenes moments of NYC part 1… not the professional photos the good the bad and the real.. stay tuned.’
The hitmaker looked happier than ever as she explored New York City, wearing a series of quirky ensembles.
Rita wore six different ensembles throughout the big day as she hosted the festivities for the second time.
Bare-faced Rita Ora, 34, posted ‘unhinged’ behind-the-scenes Instagram snaps on Thursday, following a surreal few days in the big apple celebrating New Year’s Eve
And reflecting on her whirlwind week, Rita captured moments from rehearsals and how she spent her downtime
Ryan notably celebrated his 20th anniversary hosting the countdown special – which he first began doing in 2005.
Rita had the chance to show off her personal sense of style in her first outfit as she arrived to Times Square hours before the ball dropped.
The British-born star donned a pair of fitted, brown leather pants as well as a black, turtleneck sweater.
For her second look, the beauty made a statement wearing a pair of pink, tweed trousers as well as a pink and white-colored sweater.
The For You singer bundled up in a chic, white coat that fell down towards her ankles and contained large, floral embellishments on the shoulder and sleeve.
Rita further glammed up the third outfit with silver earrings and colorful rings on her left hand.
Rita was soon spotted amidst the awaiting crowd in Times Square as she kicked off her co-hosting duties.
She also joined Ryan at one point and the pair flashed cheerful smiles while holding a lighthearted conversation together.
The singer co-hosted Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2025 with Ryan Seacrest on Tuesday in NYC
Rita looked trendy in a chunky jacket and sunglasses
She captioned her post: ‘Now it’s time for the unhinged behind the scenes moments of NYC part 1… not the professional photos the good the bad and the real.. stay tuned’
The hitmaker looked happier than ever as she explored New York City, wearing a series of quirky ensembles
In another stylish look, Rita wore a black leather dress as she took a selfie in a public toilet
Amid the madness, Rita winded down with a facial
She couldn’t wipe the smile off her face as she roamed around the big apple
Rita looked incredibly stylish in another snap, sporting a red faux-fur jacket
Rita pulled double-duty on Tuesday and also had the chance to take to the stage for a memorable performance.
The beauty wowed in an eye-catching, blue ensemble for her fourth and final look for the night as she belted out lyrics in front of the live audience.
Before hosting the event, Rita reflected on hosting a live television event during a recent interview with Variety.
‘Live TV is definitely amazing. I prefer live TV to pre-taped, because I love how it’s on time and it’s the adrenaline. I really work well under pressure.’
‘And then the performances are just always magical; seeing people do their thing in action. I’m a big live performance person, and I’ll be performing this year, too, which I’m very nervous about, actually,’ she expressed.
In regards to if she would host with Seacrest again in the future, the singer replied, ‘If they asked me, if he wants me back.’
‘Having him want me back this year, I was like, “Absolutely.” I mean, I flew in all the way from New Zealand. But for Ryan, I’ll do anything. And this show is so fun and I’m really happy I’m here.’
While talking to People shortly before New Year’s Eve, both she and Ryan also discussed hosting the celebration.
Rita wore six different ensembles throughout the big day as she hosted the festivities for the second time
Rita turned heads in a daring black sheer dress with a sweetheart neckline
For her second look, the beauty made a statement wearing a pair of pink, tweed trousers as well as a pink and white-colored sweater
The star’s long locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in elegant waves
She was seen making her way towards the stage following a swift outfit change, and later sang her 2024 track Ask & You Shall Receive
‘I am grateful to be here,’ the songstress told the outlet. ‘I love Ryan – having him just be with me and give me that sense of confidence is amazing’; seen on Monday in NYC
‘I am grateful to be here,’ the songstress told the outlet. ‘I love Ryan – having him just be with me and give me that sense of confidence is amazing.’
Rita also opened up about taking to the stage and said, ‘I’m so excited that they asked me to perform. It’s a big deal, and there’s so many huge artists.’
Other music artists that performed during the New Year’s Eve countdown included TLC, The Jonas Brothers, Kesha and also Tinashe.