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Ella Henderson bakes up a treat for surprised fans

Matty's Kitchen Ella Henderson wearing a black hoodie and black apron next to her friend Matty, they are both holding up large baking trays with round biscuits on. In front of a shop window with people standing around behind.Matty's Kitchen
Ella gave out cookies themed to her new single "Filthy Rich"

Pop star Ella Henderson gave a free street performance outside a bakery while handing out cookies to promote her new single.

The singer-songwriter treated fans to an acoustic rendition of "Filthy Rich" along with hits such as "Ghost" at Matty’s Kitchen in Bushey, Hertfordshire.

Former X Factor competitor Ella said she enjoyed meeting "June and Robert… my new favourite couple", a pair in their early 90s who had been coming to the bakery since it opened.

Owner Matty Caplin told the BBC Sunday afternoon's event had an "atmosphere filled with warmth, laughter and a shared sense of community".

Matty's Kitchen A large crowd standing on the pavement watching Ella Henderson sing along with a man playing acoustic guitar.Matty's Kitchen
Crowds joined in as Ella sang her new single and previous hits such as "Ghost"

He said he had been an “avid fan” of Ella Henderson since the age of 14 and they had met in 2012.

"I had always dreamed of opening my own bakery, while Ella aspired to become a singer-songwriter.

"Over the years, we grew up together, each pursuing our dreams. Ella came by to show her support for my bakery."

Matty's Kitchen Matty and Ella wearing "Matty's kitchen" grey aprons in a group photo with June and Robert, a couple in their 90sMatty's Kitchen
Matty pictured with Ella and her new "favourite couple", June and Robert

Mr Caplin, who lives in Bushey, said it was "heartwarming" and "overwhelming" to see "the incredible turnout".

"Seeing everyone come together made the occasion even more special, and I couldn't help but feel grateful for all the love and support," he added.

Sarah Jeynes/BBC Ella Henderson on stage singing into a microphone wearing a black jacket with her hair in a ponytailSarah Jeynes/BBC
Ella Henderson performed at Radio 1's Big Weekend in Luton earlier this year

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