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Amanda Holden's Daring Nude Art Session and Exquisite Maldives Getaway: Embracing Confidence and Tropical Bliss

Amanda Holden, known for her confidence and stunning figure, made headlines on Monday when she decided to take things to the next level during the Heart Breakfast Show. The 53-year-old star stripped naked for a life drawing session that took place in the Heart FM studios. Artists, as well as her radio co-hosts Jamie Theakston and Ashley Roberts, had the opportunity to try their hand at drawing her while she bared it all.

In a bold move, Amanda removed her clothes on camera, leaving little to the imagination. Jamie, 53, couldn't help but comment on the situation, stating, "Slightly distracting... Amanda's in the corner of the studio without any clothes on - which is a first not for her, of course, but the rest of us." Ashley, 42, chimed in, saying, "She looks amazing!" As the drawings of her nude form were presented to her, Amanda seemed delighted with the outcomes.

However, Jamie swiftly put an end to the unusual segment, humorously requesting, "Can you put a top on because it's slightly distracting?!" Despite the interruption, Amanda was likely eager to show off her tan from her recent luxury family vacation in the Maldives.

Taking to Instagram, the Britain's Got Talent judge shared a reel of holiday highlights from her time at the LUX South Ari Atoll beach island. The clips showcased Amanda's incredible figure as she relaxed on a palm tree swing, donning a £120 orange bikini from Melissa Odabash. She also shared snapshots of the evenings spent with her lookalike daughters Lexi, 18, and Hollie, 12, with her husband Chris serving as the designated photographer for the trip.

Interestingly, it appeared to be the family's second visit to the island, as Amanda was greeted with a "welcome back" sign on the bed at their water villa. Water villas, known for their breathtaking ocean views, are the most expensive accommodations on the island, costing upwards of £1,200 per night. The villas feature a sun terrace with an infinity plunge pool, sunbeds, direct lagoon access, and even a drop-down projector for a private cinema experience in bed.

Among the snapshots shared by Amanda, one showed her in a leggy display wearing a purple silk dress while enjoying a drink. In the caption, she expressed her appreciation for the lovely holiday and the exceptional service provided by the staff at LUX South Ari.

Prior to her studio nudity and the Maldives vacation, Amanda had already treated her fans to glimpses of her age-defying physique. She was captured in a series of poses wearing a red bikini as she enjoyed the tropical surroundings. Paddling in the surf under the shade of a palm tree, she exuded relaxation and contentment. The TV personality later donned a sunhat and flip-flops, striking a backshot pose before embarking on a bicycle ride. She captioned the posts by expressing her love for quality time spent with her family during holidays.

In a separate incident, Amanda received praise for sharing seemingly unfiltered bikini snaps on social media. However, she swiftly deleted the posts, leaving fans surprised. In the photos, she was seen pushing a bike along a pier while holding a drink, radiating happiness. Fans commended her for her "lovely figure" and admired the more natural and authentic representation of herself. The deletion of these posts sparked speculation among her followers, but it remains unclear why she chose to remove them.

Amanda Holden continues to captivate attention with her confidence, stunning physique, and glamorous vacation moments. Her boldness in baring it all for a life drawing session and sharing unfiltered glimpses of her tropical getaway demonstrate her genuine and down-to-earth character, further endearing her to fans and admirers.