Kylie Minogue's fan tribute

Jan 2, 2007, 12:40 GMT

Australian pop star Kylie Minogue performs on stage EPA/SERGIO DIONISIO

Kylie Minogue paid a moving tribute to fans during her UK concert on New Year's Eve.

Kylie - who returned to the stage in November after beating breast cancer - fought back tears as she addressed the 12,000-strong crowd at London's Wembley Arena.

She said: "This show is a dedication to you all for your support and encouragement. I'm thrilled that you're spending the New Year with me. This show was a last-minute decision but it's been worth it."

The 38-year-old pop superstar wowed fans with a dazzling performance consisting of new and classic hits and a phenomenal six costume changes.

Kylie first emerged in a pink and white feather outfit, which she later swapped for a sultry skin-tight leopard costume.

Her other outfits included a catsuit with a multi-coloured veil and a skirt bearing the face of popular Australian drag act Dame Edna Everage.

When the clock struck midnight, Kylie took a short break from the stage to see in 2007 with her French actor lover Olivier Martinez.

An onlooker said: "It was really an emotional moment. Kylie gave him a long hug and kiss before she went back on stage beaming from ear to ear."

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