Singer Lily Allen has shared a series of photographs documenting her European adventures, coinciding with her 'West End Girl' tour. The 41-year-old artist posted images on Instagram from various locations, including Bilbao, Spain, offering glimpses into her travel experiences.
In one set of photos, Allen is seen posing in a silk bra top with a matching maxi skirt, holding a cigarette on an outdoor balcony. Another image captures her in a black and red polka dot bikini while swimming in the ocean, complete with sunglasses. She also shared a picture of herself hiking in the countryside, wearing a pink T-shirt, beige shorts, walking boots, and a backpack, with a caption that read, "Bilbao Bagginsing off round Europe."
The singer also shared a rare photo of her teenage daughters, Ethel, 14, and Marnie, 13, whom she shares with ex-husband Sam Cooper. The girls joined her on a flight after the Scandi Festival, wearing matching red hoodies. Allen noted that her daughters appeared to be her doubles.
Additional photos from her travels included moments of playing cards with her crew and watching the World Cup backstage during a gig. She was also seen during soundcheck wearing a pink off-the-shoulder corset and jeans.
Earlier this year, Allen spoke on her podcast 'Miss Me?' about the challenges her daughters have faced in readjusting to life in the UK following their relocation from New York. She described the significant changes in their lives, including moving houses, countries, and schools, which have impacted the girls. Allen noted that her youngest daughter's accent had notably changed since returning to Britain, reflecting her growing personality and grappling with new ideas about her mother's public role.
Allen, who released her album 'West End Girl' which touched on her ex-partner David Harbour's alleged affair, has been navigating her role as a single mother while undertaking significant work opportunities and travel. She acknowledged that while her daughters appreciate the comforts her work provides, the amount of change has been substantial. The singer also mentioned the emerging social aspects of her daughters' lives, such as new friendships and the topic of boyfriends.
Her recent personal experiences have included the breakdown of her four-year marriage to Harbour, which led her to seek treatment at a mental health facility. At the time, she emphasized her priority was to be a strong presence for her daughters, stating it was becoming increasingly difficult for her to be the mother they needed her to be. Harbour has reportedly maintained contact with his former stepdaughters.