Megan McKenna is not only a huge reality star but also a talented performer and singer, too.
Since starring in The Only Way Is Essex she has gone on to have her very own country-pop album and this year she debuts it for her fans on a huge UK tour.
From her life in Essex to her concerts in Tennessee, see how her singing career has evolved over the years…
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Pint-sized pop star
Long before Megan was on our telly screens, she was practising to be a pop star, even moving to an arts high school to study musical theatre.
Spending her teen years singing covers and karaoke, she always dreamed of one day becoming a professional singer and there is the video proof to prove it.
Check out the adorable footage below of her singing Britney Spears when she was younger…
Megan McKenna on Britain’s Got Talent
In 2009 Megan took her chances against the judges of Britain’s Got Talent as she performed as part of a duo with friend Demi.
Dressed in some questionable tutu’s and leg warmers, the girls sang a rendition of ‘ What Is This Feeling’ from the musical Wicked.
Check out Megan’s audition tape below…
Ex on the Beach and TOWIE fame
Megan took a break from her pursuing her pop star dreams to become a reality TV star in 2015 when she made an appearance on the third series of Ex On The Beach.
In 2016 Megan then made a name for herself when she joined the cast of TOWIE and quickly became known for being a fiery cast member, particularly when it came to her relationship with ex Pete Wicks.
However, in 2017, she decided to leave the show in pursuit of her dream in the music industry.
There’s Something About Megan
In 2017 Megan got her very own ITVBe show where she made her first real strides into the world of country pop.
Spending 1 month in Nashville, Megan chronicled her journey as she tried to kickstart her singing career in America.
Megan said living in the home of country music was her ‘dream’ and although she faced some critics, came out on top receiving praise from industry giants.
Debut album and number 1 single
In December 2018 Megan made her first big step into the world of music when she released her first album ‘ Story Of Me’.
The album debuted at number six on the UK country chart and her debut single ‘High Heeled Shoes’ received over 1 million streams on Spotify.
Her second single Everything But You hit has been her biggest success yet, hitting number one on the Itunes country chart.
Megan McKenna UK tour 2019
In 2019 Megan will embark on a countrywide tour of her debut album ‘Story Of Me’.
The tickets can be purchased from her official Eventbrite page here.
Check out the tour dates below to see if she is coming to a venue near you…
On Thursday 30th May Megan is performing in South End at Chinnery’s.
Friday 31st May she’s in London at the Borderline.
Saturday 1st June in Birmingham at the 02 Institute3.
Sunday 2nd June in Cardiff at The Globe.
Thursday 6th June Megan is performing in Bristol at The Louisiana.
Friday 7th June she is in Manchester at Deaf Institute.
And on Sunday 9th June she closes the tour in Liverpool at the Arts Club.
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