Rita Ora begins rehearsals for MTV EMAs in Manchester, honors late friend Liam Payne
Rita Ora has started rehearsals for the MTV European Music Awards, set to take place in Manchester this Sunday. She was seen in a stylish black mini dress at the Co-op Live Arena while preparing for her hosting duties. The ceremony will include a tribute to her late friend Liam Payne, who died last month. Plans for the tribute may involve a musical performance or a video retrospective of his career. Rita expressed her sadness over Liam's passing, recalling their close friendship and collaboration on the song "For You." She described him as having a kind soul and shared her condolences with his family.