Getting behind our boys: Pixie Lott turns soldier for the day as she heads to an RAF base to launch this year's Poppy Appeal

By JENNIFER RUBY

Ambassador: The blonde popstar looks proud to be doing her bit to launch the appeal You're more likely to see her on the dancefloor than on a training field, but Pixie Lott swapped her stilettos for Army boots on Wednesday. She might be known for her upbeat pop songs and nights out, but the young singer revealed her serious side as an ambassador of the Royal British Legion. The popstar stopped by RAF Northolt in London to kickstart this year's Poppy Appeal and meet the soldiers and their families.

One of the boys: Pixie Lott chats to the troops as as she launches this year's Poppy appeal Wearing a beige mac and a red tea-dress, Pixie got into the spirit of things by adding a grey beret and practicing a salute with the soldiers. Chatting the troops, the blonde star seemed to be having a great time as she laughed and joked with everyone The Mama Do star even grabbed a bayonet before watching a demonstration by the Queen's Colour Squadron RAF regiment.

Salute: Pixie gets into the spirit of things by practicing a proper salute with the soldiers

Doing it for her family: Pixie's grandad and great-grandad were both served the country in the armed forces The 21-year-old decided to back the campaign as her grandad served with the Royal Navy and her great-grandad was in the Royal Marines Light Infantry. She told The Sun that she'd had a great day but was surprised by the age of all the troops: 'What struck me the most was how young they all were. It's amazing the selfless commitment - their bravery is beyond words. That's why I'm standing shoulder to shoulder with our brave boys and girls.' source: dailymail

Getting behind our boys: Pixie Lott turns soldier for the day as she heads to an RAF base to launch this year's Poppy Appeal 2012-10-24T22:43:00-07:00 Rating: 4.5 Diposkan Oleh: Bona Pasogit