Jo Wood, 64, parties alongside Tom Jones and Jimmy Tarbuck, 79, as the Seventies’ rowdiest revellers return to hedonistic nightclub Tramp for 50th Anniversary Christmas bash
- Tramp club first opened on December 18 1969 and welcomed a whole host of party-loving A-listers
- Stars arrived in their droves to celebrate the private member’s clubs golden anniversary on Tuesday night
- Guests included Jo Wood, Tom Jones and Jimmy Tarbuck who all frequented the club in their youth
Tramp nightclub in London opened its doors 50 years ago and has lauded star-studded hedonism and debauchery ever since.
And many of its former and current attendees were at hand on Tuesday evening to celebrate the private members club’s golden anniversary, including the likes of model Jo Wood, singer Tom Jones and comedian Jimmy Tarbuck.
Jo, 64, who used to frequent the club with her ex-husband Ronnie back in its heyday, dressed to impress in a floor-length red dress for the special occasion.
Time to celebrate! Many of Tramp’s and current attendees were at hand on Tuesday evening to celebrate the private members club’s golden anniversary including the likes of Jo Wood, singer Tom Jones and comedian Jimmy Tarbuck
Jo’s gown featured a bodycon style around her waist before flowing into a pleated skirt, which also boasting strappy detailing across her chest.
She layered her dazzling look with a chic black velvet blazer and complemented it with a coordinating baker boy style cap.
The TV personality added touches of glitz to her ensemble with a delicate silver necklace and a pair of statement drop earrings.
Beaming: Leading the A-list arrivals were Tom and Jimmy, who appeared to be in high spirits as they returned to their old haunt to celebrate its fiftieth year
Pose! Jo Wood, 64, who used to frequent the club with her ex-husband Ronnie back in its heyday, dressed to impress in a floor-length red dress for the special occasion
Glam: Jo’s gown featured a bodycon style around her waist before flowing into a pleated skirt, which also boasting strappy detailing across her chest
She also opted for a sultry grey smokey-eye, but otherwise opted for a neutral pallet of make-up to complete her outfit for the evening.
Jo was joined by her rugby coach beau Carl Douglas, who looked dashing in a crisp white shirt and a sharp charcoal suit with smart shoes.
Leading the A-list arrivals were Tom and Jimmy, who appeared to be in high spirits as they returned to their old haunt to celebrate its fiftieth year.
Happy: Jo was joined by her rugby coach beau Carl Douglas, who looked dashing in a crisp white shirt and a sharp charcoal suit with smart shoes
Party hard: Jo used to attend Tramp with her ex-husband Rolling Stones rocker Ronnie Wood (pictured in 1999 during the club’s 30th anniversary)
Jimmy certainly stood out from the crowd in a pair of bright yellow trousers which he wore with a suit jacket and a pale blue shirt, complete with a pair of brown brogues.
Meanwhile, Tom looked sharp as he showcased a glowing tan in a black polo neck jumper, teamed with a pair of black trousers and a matching jacket.
Also in attendance was fellow comedian Vic Reeves, 60, who arrived at the bash with his wife Nancy, 45.
Chic: Meanwhile, Tom looked sharp as he showcased a glowing tan in a black polo neck jumper, teamed with a pair of black trousers and a matching jacket
Catching up! Rhea Elliott-Jones and Jo posed for a photo together at the event
Nancy pulled out all the stops as she showcased her sizzling physique in a form-fitting gold dress which was entirely adorned with sequins.
The English model put on a busty display in the plunging gown, which also featured fringe detailing along the hemline of the frock.
She wore her blonde tresses in 1920s inspired finger waves, while adding a pop of colour to her look with a slick of bright red lipstick.
Elsewhere, Vic rocked a smart casual look as he donned a blue open necked top navy striped suit.
Back in the day: Tom attended Tramp for one of Jackie Collins’ book parties in 1985
Arrivals: Also in attendance was fellow comedian Vic Reeves, 60, who arrived at the bash with his wife Nancy, 45
Work it: Elsewhere, Vic rocked a smart casual look as he donned a blue open necked top navy striped suit
Wow! The English model put on a busty display in the plunging gown, which also featured fringe detailing along the hemline of the frock
Flapper: The English model put on a busty display in the plunging gown, which also featured fringe detailing along the hemline of the frock
Boozy: She wore her blonde tresses in 1920s inspired finger waves, while adding a pop of colour to her look with a slick of bright red lipstick
Ashley Roberts put on a sensational display in a black mini-dress with a diamond trim as she arrived at the celebration.
The singer, 38, exuded glamour in the figure-hugging dress, which she wore over a pair of sheer tights with a floral pattern.
Ashley completed her look with dramatic diamond dangling earrings and a sparking pair of strappy heels.
Beauty: Ashley Roberts put on a sensational display in a black mini-dress with a diamond trim as she arrived at the celebration
Dazzling: At the event Ashley ensured she caught up with model Felicity Hayward, who kept all eyes on her in a deeply plunging gold sequin dress teamed with strappy shoes
She pulled her blonde tresses up into a messy bun and kept her makeup natural.
As she arrived at the event Ashley donned an oversized blazer – potentially belonging to her Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer boyfriend Giovanni Pernice – to keep warm.
At the event Ashley ensured she caught up with model Felicity Hayward, who kept all eyes on her in a deeply plunging gold sequin dress teamed with strappy shoes.
Cheers! Once inside the event Tom sat down for dinner at a cracker-laden table and enjoyed half a pint of beer
Here we are! Jo, Vic and Nancy put on a playful display for the cameras inside the bash
Jolly: Tom and Jimmy shared a joke together outside the event as they got into the festive spirit
Loved-up: Nick Knowles, 57, attended the event with his 26-year-old girlfriend Emily Hallinan
Sharp: The DIY SOS star opted for an opulent look, as he donned a black floral satin jacket which he wore with a silk shirt and tie, completing his all black look with a pair of jeans and patent leather boots
Nick Knowles, 57, attended the event with his 26-year-old girlfriend Emily Hallinan.
The DIY SOS star opted for an opulent look, as he donned a black floral satin jacket which he wore with a silk shirt and tie, completing his all black look with a pair of jeans and patent leather boots.
Emily dazzed in a low-cut mini dress which was completely adorned with sequins all over and teamed with a pair of black tights and pointed stilettos heels.
The 50th celebrations started in May with a glamorous party attended by Tramp legends including Sir Rod Stewart, Sir Michael Caine, Dame Joan Collins, Penny Lancaster, Mark Ronson, Natalie Dormer and Dynamo and they’ve been building towards this official birthday event to celebrate the legendary nightspot’s milestone.
Festive: Mutya Buena opted for a festive look as she donned a lacy red dress teamed with a brown fur coat
Wow! Hayley Palmer flaunts her svelte physique in a red wrap dress which was cinched around her svelte waist
For half a century, royals, Hollywood stars, the super-rich, the famous and the very beautiful have been lured down the dimly lit stairs to descend into the basement club in search of unbridled — and expensive — fun.
It was the nightclub where Princess Margaret felt reassured enough to let her hair down — and where her toy-boy lover Roddy Llewellyn launched his brief (and unsuccessful) singing career.
A 19-year-old Princess Anne’s enthusiastic dances are well-remembered and it was at Tramp that Prince Andrew first met Koo Stark. After his marriage, he and the Duchess of York were regulars.
Stay Another Day: East 17 members donned their classic white jackets for the event
Smiles! Tom posed for snaps with fashion designer Pam Hogg while Miranda Pilkington and Dean Ahmad enjoyed a tipple
Mick Jagger was a founding member and a frequent guest. On one occasion, staff held their breath when, while his estranged wife Bianca was in the ladies powder room, he appeared with Jerry Hall on his arm. Guido, the antennae-twitching maitre d’, expertly steered the Rolling Stone and his paramour to a darkened corner.
Prince William was once spotted looking a little worst for wear as he left the uber trendy nightclub ‘Tramp’ with a friend in 2007.
Surrounded by smiling women, American rhythm & blues musician Big Jay McNeely plays his tenor saxophone at Tramps nightclub, in 1993 while Sophie Dahl parties at the club in 2001
Star-studded: Victoria, Pam and Felicity all posed up a storm in front of the cameras at the event
Guest list: Tony James, Basia Briggs and Richard Briggs all made sure that they were in attendance for the celebratory bash
Roger Moore boogied with Cary Grant’s wife Dyan Cannon and once got down on his hands and knees to mop up after a flood, cajoling his friend Tony Curtis to give him a hand.
It was the brainchild of Johnny Gold, a larger than life former bookie turned impresario, who started the club with Jackie Collins’ husband, and a third partner Bill Ofner, 13 days before the Sixties ended. They had taken over the premises of the Society club, once the haunt of Guards officers and where the Queen Mother celebrated a win on the horses.
The oak panel walls and stucco zodiac ceiling remain to this day. Gold invited 300 friends and celebrities to become founder members for the princely sum of £10.50 a year. Today, annual membership is £1,000.
Loving life: Tom sat down at the table before tucking into dinner at the event
Party time! Vic appeared to be having a whale of a time as he partied with Pam and his wife Nancy
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