The A-list passengers who have swapped luxury travel for humble public transport as Dua Lipa was pictured travelling via Kings Cross
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Celebrities often portray an overtly glamorous life that the public cannot hope to replicate.
But sometimes the rich and famous show they’re just like us regular people, swapping their lavish luxuries for more humble habits.
Dua Lipa was the most recent star spotted on public transport on Tuesday as she put on a leggy display in a black mini dress as she arrived back in London following a string of lavish holidays abroad.
The Levitating hitmaker seemed to travel light as she toted her essentials in a black quilted handbag and wheeled another suitcase and tote bag alongside her.
And this is not the first time Dua has travelled by train as she and actor fiancé Callum Turner hoped on the Eurostar last year.
But there are plenty of other A-listers who have ditched their luxury transport, from Adele falling asleep on the tube, Noel Gallagher heading to Oasis rehearsals, Rod Stewart in disguise and many other celebs blending into the crowds.
Dua Lipa was the most recent star spotted on public transport on Tuesday as she put on a leggy display in a black mini dress as she arrived back in London following a string of lavish holidays abroad
The Levitating hitmaker seemed to travel light as she toted her essentials in a black quilted handbag and wheeled another suitcase and bag alongside her
But there are plenty of other A-listers who have ditched their luxury transport, from Adele falling asleep on the tube, Noel Gallagher heading to Oasis rehearsals, Rod Stewart in disguise and many other celebs blending into the crowds
Noel looked distinctly stony-faced as he made a lonely journey on the District line tube to join brother Liam for Oasis rehearsals earlier this month.
The rocker, 58, cut a casual figure while making his way to a secret London studio where he was set to join his sibling, 52, for band practice for the first time in 16 years ahead of their reunion tour.
The formerly feuding brothers had put their differences aside and announced that they are set to perform a number of Oasis gigs this summer.
And while it is no doubt a momentous occasion for fans, Noel struggled to muster up a smile as he was seen patiently waiting for a train at Paddington station.
Despite being worth an estimated £53 million, he then jumped on the District line and made a solo journey to the unknown location to continue practice for the tour.
In stark contrast, Wonderwall singer Liam’s arrival was a far from serene as photographers clambered to get a snap of him arriving to Oasis rehearsals for the first time in several years.
Noel Gallagher looked distinctly stony-faced as he made a lonely journey on the District line tube to join brother Liam for Oasis rehearsals earlier this month
Adele
Tottenham-raised superstar Adele revealed last year the bizarre moment that forced her back into using public transport after she refused to travel on the tube for almost 20 years following London’s terror attacks.
The singer, was left traumatised and suffered from anxiety after the horrific 7/7 bombing in 2005 that killed 52 people and injured over 700 more when four Islamic extremists bombed the underground and a bus.
Three bombs exploded within fifty seconds of each other in what was the worst terror attack in British history.
Addressing the crowd at her Las Vegas residency, Adele, who now resides in Los Angeles, told of how she finally overcame her fear of the underground during a trip home.
The star explained how she plumped up the courage to once again use public transport or face missing an ABBA-themed party at the 02 in December.
She beat her fears to attend Abba’s Mamma Mia The Party at the 02 Arena in north Greenwich.
Adele explained: ‘I wasn’t even scared to be on the tube. I loved it. It reminded me of my teenage years. I haven’t really been on the tube In England, not since I’ve been famous. It is since we had a terror attack there. I have been scared because I get claustrophobic.’
However during her pre Christmas break, she overcame her trauma.
Adele revealed last year the bizarre moment that forced her back into using public transport after she refused to travel on the tube for almost 20 years following London’s terror attacks
‘The last break [after her shows], I went home to London and I wanted to go to the Mamma Mia party. It’s at the O2. So it was Friday night and I had an appointment before. So I had to get there in like 45 minutes and it’s like a two hour drive really in traffic.
‘So I had to get on the tube, on my appointment required me to be in full hair and makeup. So I very much looked like Adele the singer.
‘I got on the tube and I had a mask on. I did have lots of security guards with me in fairness and a few friends, but we were all very under the radar and I felt right at home. You’ll never guess what happened, but I f***ing fell asleep!’
Adele, speaking on stage at her Caesars Palace residency in Las Vegas, felt that her last minute trip to get to her event aided her to beat her nerves.
She continued: ‘Anyways I loved it. And then I got to the O2 and I had to walk through thousands and thousands of people. People started recognising me then, but I was f****ing out of time.’
Niall Horan
One Direction star Niall Horan had a disastrous train journey in 2023 when he joined train enthusiast Francis Bourgeois to train spot.
In what ended up being a hilarious 10 minute video of the pair fumbling through their day on the tracks, Niall and Francis didn’t even reach their destination.
Francis began the day with grand plans of heading from Liverpool Street Station with Niall to Harlow for some trainspotting.
Except, once the pair had met up – with Niall not in disguise – they got on a train that never left due to it being cancelled.
Determined to get to the destination, the pair tried another train which was also eventually cancelled.
Niall roared with laughter, and Francis clapped his hands to his mouth in shock as the musician joked: ‘I feel like I’m in The Office or something.’
The pair finally travelled to their final destination after trying four trains that got cancelled.
One Direction star Niall Horan had a disastrous train journey in 2023 when he joined train enthusiast Francis Bourgeois to train spot
In what ended up being a hilarious 10 minute video of the pair fumbling through their day on the tracks, Niall and Francis didn’t even reach their destination
Eddie Redmayne
He’s got an Oscar, a BAFTA and a Tony award under his belt, millions in the bank, yet Eddie Redmayne is more than happy to ride public transport with everyone else when it comes to dashing around London.
The actor was spotted taking the Bakerloo line from London’s Elephant And Castle in 2016, looking characteristically smart and reading a newspaper.
The former student of Eton college sat crossed-legged, deep in concentration as he caught up with the news of the day, a stylish scarf slung around his neck against the November cold.
This isn’t the first time the star of The Theory Of Everything has been snapped among commuters.
In July that same year, he and his PR executive wife Hannah were spotted riding a busy Circle line carriage towards Victoria.
But the circumstances were rather different – they were jammed on the train, having to stand up and dealing with the summer’s heat.
Tuesday’s journey seemed a much more pleasant affair for Eddie, as he kept himself to himself on a corner seat of his carriage, which seemed rather empty.
An eye-witness told the London Evening Standard at the time: ‘No one could quite believe it was him so no-one bothered him at all.
‘Everyone was just getting on with their commute as normal. They just blended in like regular commuters.’
A source close to the A-list actor added: ‘He has lived in the city for years and is a proud Londoner. No amount of Oscars will change that.’
He’s got an Oscar, a BAFTA and a Tony award under his belt, millions in the bank, yet Eddie Redmayne is more than happy to ride public transport with everyone else when it comes to dashing around London
Rod Stewart
Rod Stewart dismissed his superstar status in 2017, as he and his wife Penny Lancaster decided to venture to his gig at the O2 on humble public transport.
In a bid to keep a low profile, the rocker clad himself in sunglasses as he made his way to the O2 on a number of trains and tubes, instead of in a private car – with his wife documenting the whole saga on Instagram.
Rod and Penny looked excited to be heading on their journey as they first posed on the steps of their local train station, with coffees clutched in their hands.
Attempting to blend in with the crowds, the pair both sported chunky black ensembles and dark sunglasses – with Rod even pulling his hood up to maintain a low profile as he rode the train into town.
Never without a hint of glamour however, the Loose Women panelist stood out slightly more with her perfectly coiffed hair and chic fluffy coat as she headed out with her husband, to support him at his gig later on.
Informing fans of their journey, she captioned the shot teasingly: ‘Sneaking into London by train today’ followed by a wink emoji.
Rod Stewart dismissed his superstar status in 2017, as he and his wife Penny Lancaster decided to venture to his gig at the O2 on humble public transport
In a bid to keep a low profile, the rocker clad himself in sunglasses as he made his way to the O2 on a number of trains and tubes, instead of in a private car – with his wife documenting the whole saga on Instagram
Georgia Toffolo
Georgia Toffolo kept it real in 2019 when she boarded the underground en route to the National Television Awards with her Made In Chelsea pal Ollie Locke.
And in keeping up with tradition, the reality star surprised onlookers for the second year in 2020 by taking the tube to the glitzy event.
Following her low-key arrival at the event, Toff continued to shun the celebrity lifestyle as she hopped on a local bus home after a fun-filled night.
Upon arrival, Toff wowed in the floor-length black and mint green Costarellos gown, which featured a full skirt and a plunging neckline.
But not before hitching up her skirt for her cross city venture which saw her board the underground at Knightsbridge en route to the ceremony held at London’s O2 Arena.
The reality star surprised onlookers for the second year of using public transport in 2020 by taking the tube to the NTAs
Following her low-key arrival at the event, Toff continued to shun the celebrity lifestyle as she hopped on a local bus home after a fun-filled night
The year before Georgia boarded the underground en route to the award ceremony with her Made In Chelsea pal Ollie Locke wearing a stunning scarlet gown
Harry Styles
Harry Styles opted to take the tube as he headed to Sir Elton John’s gig at the iTunes Festival in 2013.
Instead of travelling in a chauffeur-driven car or limousine, the singer attempted to blend in the crowd on the Northern Line train, keeping his head down as he checked his phone.
And while Harry’s pop star status would surely have earned him a priority seat on the train, he instead chose to stand, leaning on the side of the carriage as he journeyed to The Roundhouse in north London for the performance.
Despite the Watermelon Sugar hitmaker not being spotted on the tube in several years, he has been using Lime Bikes regularly to get around the city.
Harry Styles opted to take the tube as he headed to Sir Elton John’s gig at the iTunes Festival in 2013
Spice Girls
Mel B proved she was just like the rest of us, as she touched up her make-up on a Jubilee line tube with a compact mirror in 2023.
The Spice Girl was passing through St John’s Wood tube station on the way to Wembley, when her tour photographer snapped her applying her lip gloss and checking her phone.
Mel revealed on her Instagram story that the reason she hopped on the underground with some of her team was so that she wasn’t late to the show.
She told her 1.5 million followers on social media: ‘We are on the tube … We are on the tube on the way to Wembley so we are not late.’
Mel C has also taken public transport in the past and beamed while holding onto a handrail.
The Spice Girl cut a trendy figure in a navy denim minidress as she beamed for a photo on the quite train carriage.
Scary Spice and Sporty Spice are not the only members of the hit girl band to travel by train as Geri Halliwell-Horner and her husband Christina Horner hopped on a carriage in 2017.
The couple opted for the tube – despite Christian then being the Team Principal of the Red Bull Racing Formula One team.
Dressed in jeans, a leather jacket and black polo-neck, Geri cut a low profile as she posed coyly for the selfie.
Meanwhile Christian looked dapper in a leather jacket and shirt, as he smiled at the camera.
‘On the way to @f1live in Trafalgar Square’, Geri captioned the sweet snap.
Mel B proved she was just like the rest of us, as she touched up her make-up on a Jubilee line tube with a compact mirror in 2023
Mel C has also taken public transport in the past and beamed while holding onto a handrail
Scary Spice and Sporty Spice are not the only members of the hit girl band to travel by train as Geri Halliwell-Horner and her husband Christina Horner hopped on a carriage in 2017
Jay Z
He is one of the most successful artists in the world but Jay-Z showed that he is still humble enough to use public transport.
The hitmaker was spotted travelling on London’s underground after his performance at the O2 arena in London in 2013.
He was accompanied by his close friends Chris Martin, producer Timbaland, manager Ty Ty and Atlanta Records executive Michael Kyser.
The stars were spotted arriving at Waterloo train station so that Jay-Z could catch the Tube to his sold-out Magna Carta Holy Grail Tour.
After stunned commuters realised who was travelling in their carriage, they expressed their surprise.
Jay Z was spotted travelling on London’s underground after his performance at the O2 arena in London in 2013
Naomi Campbell
Naomi Campbell left commuters in London stunned last year when she was spotted on the Victoria Line.
The supermodel joined TikTok star Sabrina Bahsoon, 23, known as Tube Girl, as they danced on the London Underground to Charlie XCX’s song, 360.
Naomi swished her hair in the wind while wearing a cropped leather biker jacket, baggy jeans and Nike trainers.
Sabrina became an overnight sensation online for the TikTok videos in 2023 after posting a clip of herself dancing on the Central Line.
Sharing the TikTok to her Instagram, Naomi wrote: ‘What a fun afternoon going back to my roots and visiting my hometown of Brixton with Sabrina on the Victoria line in preparation for my upcoming exhibition at the V&A.’
Naomi Campbell left commuters in London stunned last year when she was spotted on the Victoria Line
Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson made a stylish departure alongside her fiancé Danny Fujikawa to catch the Eurostar back to London after enjoying Paris Fashion Week in 2023.
The actress headed out of her hotel in a trendy black suit over a vintage MTV T-shirt while pulling her personalised Louis Vuitton suitcase.
She matched her LV case with her tanned cowboy boot which were visible under her trousers which had a split going up the bottom.
Kate looked as stunning as ever as she went make-up free for her journey back to the UK.
Kate Hudson made a stylish departure alongside her fiancé Danny Fujikawa to catch the Eurostar back to London after enjoying Paris Fashion Week in 2023
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
After hitting the runway during Paris Fashion Week, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley kept a low key figure as she returned to London on the Eurostar.
The model wore a long beige raincoat over a grey top which she teamed with some navy blue trousers.
She too opted for some dark sunglasses and carried a black handbag on her arm while she wheeled a silver suitcase alongside her.
The fashionista completed her look by wearing some white trainers for her arrival in the UK.
Rosie has also used the train from the French capital to London St Pancras in January last year.
Arriving, the model took a phone call while walking through the busy station.
After hitting the runway during Paris Fashion Week, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley kept a low key figure as she returned to London on the Eurostar
Kendall Jenner
In 2019, Kendall Jenner proved she’s prepared to slum it on the London Underground, as she revealed in a video on her official website.
The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star was seen looking rather thrilled to be riding the Tube along with countless other commuters shortly after her arrival in the British capital.
The clip appeared to have been taken days earlier after she touched down at London’s Heathrow airport from Paris, as she was still wearing her jet-set attire.
Kendall looked casual and yet still chic in skin-tight black trousers, a top and long black coat, teamed with her large Beats By Dre headphones.
The commuters around her, holding onto the handrails, seemed almost unaware at her presence, clearly unfazed by the celebrity addition to their days.
In 2019, Kendall Jenner proved she’s prepared to slum it on the London Underground, as she revealed in a video on her official website
Timothée Chalamet
The actor stunned fans by arriving at the London premiere of Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown on an environmentally friendly Lime bike.
Chalamet, 28, appeared to be promoting the American brand’s carbon-free message by opting for the humble bike – available to rent in select cities across the world – over a chauffer driven car.
But his decision to ride into central London with professional photographer Aidan Zamiri resulted in the latter being charged because he failed to alight at his designated parking area.
Taking to Instagram on Tuesday evening, Zamiri shared a video of himself and Chalamet riding across Westminster Bridge en route to the premiere, with the accompanying caption: ‘Favourite mode of transport.’
He later admitted the ride had been terminated by Lime – who monitor each journey – because he was idle ‘for an unusually long time,’ before eventually picking up a £2:00 fine for ‘incorrect parking.’
Chalamet, who plays folk legend Dylan in the new film, rode the red carpet on the green bike before successfully ending his ride via Lime’s mobile app.
He looked dapper in a black blazer and matching trousers, with a blue patterned satin shirt underneath.
Timothée Chalamet inadvertently landed his photographer in hot water in January after arriving at his latest film premiere on a Lime bike
Chalamet, who plays folk legend Dylan in the new film, rode the red carpet on the green bike
Emma Watson
As well as enjoying a successful acting career, she’s also become known for her work with the United Nations and starting up a feminist book club, Our Shared Shelf.
And in 2016 Emma Watson chose a novel way to share the joys of one of her favourite books – the late Maya Angelou’s Mom & Me & Mom – by hiding copies of the tome at different stations on the London tube network.
The actress filmed herself hiding copies of the novel – each with a handwritten note – along the escalator support beams at St John’s Wood station, shortly before she was also spotted carrying out the task at Oxford Circus.
Taking to Faecbook at the time, she announced: ‘I’ve been hiding copies of Mom & Me & Mom for Books on the Underground on the tube today! See if you can find one tomorrow! #OurSharedShelf.’
Emma’s actions were part of the Books on the Underground campaign, which encourages people to read books on the tube – and share the ones they enjoy.
In 2016, Emma Watson chose a novel way to share the joys of one of her favourite books by hiding copies of the tome at different stations on the London tube network
Rihanna
Despite Londoners grumbling and groaning about travelling on the Tube every single day, Rihanna’s previous experience didn’t put her off taking the Underground in 2012.
The Only Girl hitmaker was snapped on the Jubilee Line as she headed to the O2 Arena to rehearse.
And even in the presence of the pop superstar, the hardened commuters kept to themselves with not one of them asking for an autograph or a picture.
In fact, Rihanna seemed to have been relatively undisturbed as she headed to North Greenwich ahead of the BRIT Awards.
She seemed quite content as she sat in her seat with her sunglasses on, snug in her baseball jacket with a black headband tied around her blonde hair.
And astonished passengers couldn’t believe their eyes as they stepped out of the way to let her embark as she re-tied her bow and headed to the exit.
This was not the first time that RiRi has decided to join the common people on public transport.
And she is familiar with the Jubilee Line route as during her tour of the UK the yearb prior she travelled to her gig on the tube with her delighted fans.
Rihanna was snapped on the Jubilee Line as she headed to the O2 Arena to rehearse in 2012
Nicole Scherzinger
Nicole Scherzinger fearlessly attempted to blend in with the masses and take the tube to get from A to B in 2015.
Either she was very cold or did not want to be recognised, as she went incognito for the occasion in a black coat, fedora hat, The Kooples boots and shades.
Once inside a carriage, the former Pussycat Doll seemed anything but a ‘normal’ person.
She posed like the queen of pop she really is, lifting her legs up against the pole to take a number of saucy snaps for her Instagram followers to coo over.
Thankfully, there weren’t many people on board and she was left alone to travel in peace without the threat of being mobbed.
In one snap, Nicole proved just how much she was fitting in with those around her, as no one even seemed to notice they were in her company and were instead occupied by their phones.
Nicole Scherzinger fearlessly attempted to blend in with the masses and take the tube to get from A to B in 2015
Lily Allen caught the tube to Beyoncé’s gig at London’s O2 Arena in March 2014
Welsh star Catherine Zeta-Jones shared a series of snaps during her own tube journey
The Britain’s Got Talent cast posed for a selfie during a surprise tube trip between auditions (L-R: Simon Cowell, David Walliams, Amanda Holden, Ant McPartlin, Declan Donnelly and Alesha Dixon)
Pop legend Sir Cliff Richard caught passengers by surprise after making his way onto a packed Jubilee Line tube in 2018
There was no chance of anyone failing to spot Rita Ora at Charing Cross station ahead of her appearance at the MTV EMAs
Ellie Goulding looked understated in snap from the London tube
