The Evolution of Estelle

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The Evolution of Estelle  - From the U.K. to N.Y.C., Estelle is the definition of an international superstar, and she's just getting started. Click on to see how Estelle got to where she is today.  (Photo: Ray Tamarra/Getty Images)

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The Evolution of Estelle - From the U.K. to N.Y.C., Estelle is the definition of an international superstar, and she's just getting started. Click on to see how Estelle got to where she is today. (Photo: Ray Tamarra/Getty Images)

Definition of Life  - Born on January 18, 1980, Estelle named her debut album The 18th Day in honor of her mother who almost lost her life during labor.    (Photo: Claire Greenway/Getty Images)

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Definition of Life - Born on January 18, 1980, Estelle named her debut album The 18th Day in honor of her mother who almost lost her life during labor. (Photo: Claire Greenway/Getty Images)

Across the Pond  - After hitting it big in the U.K., Estelle crossed the pond and signed on to John Legend's Homeschool label in 2007.  (Photo: Brad Barket/PictureGroup) 

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Across the Pond - After hitting it big in the U.K., Estelle crossed the pond and signed on to John Legend's Homeschool label in 2007. (Photo: Brad Barket/PictureGroup) 

Winning Big  - After killing the music scene with "American Boy" featuring Kanye West, Estelle went on to receive her first Grammy for the Best Rap Sung Collaboration at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards in 2009.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Winning Big - After killing the music scene with "American Boy" featuring Kanye West, Estelle went on to receive her first Grammy for the Best Rap Sung Collaboration at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards in 2009. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Shine a Light  - Shine, her sophomore U.K. effort and debut album in the U.S., featured unforgettable collaborations with Kanye West, Cee-Lo and John Legend.   (Photo: Atlantic Records)

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Shine a Light - Shine, her sophomore U.K. effort and debut album in the U.S., featured unforgettable collaborations with Kanye West, Cee-Lo and John Legend. (Photo: Atlantic Records)

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Super "Star"  - In 2009, Estelle's song "Star" was chosen to be used in Crystal Light commercials, so clearly, she was all about doing it big.  (Photo: John Shearer/Getty Images for Art of Elysium)

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Super "Star" - In 2009, Estelle's song "Star" was chosen to be used in Crystal Light commercials, so clearly, she was all about doing it big. (Photo: John Shearer/Getty Images for Art of Elysium)

All of Me  - On February 28, 2012, Estelle released her album All of Me. The lead single, "Thank You," turned into a power anthem for young women everywhere.   (Photo: Atlantic Records)

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All of Me - On February 28, 2012, Estelle released her album All of Me. The lead single, "Thank You," turned into a power anthem for young women everywhere. (Photo: Atlantic Records)

The Leatherettes - Estelle keeps on trend for the fall rocking a fitted leather dress while performing onstage at the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center's 41st Anniversary Gala And Auction held at Westin Bonaventure Hotel in dowtown Los Angeles. (Photo: FayesVision/WENN.com)

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Grammy Queen - For the second time, Estelle was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2013. In addition to being nominated, she took the stage and performed her 2012 stand-out track "Thank You."(photo: FayesVision/WENN.com)

Fashion Enthusiast - British singer Estelle posted up at the Christian Siriano Resort 2014 Preview and Celebration at a private residence in New York City. (Photo: Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Christian Siriano)

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Will She Win? - Tune in to the 2013 BET Awards on Sunday, June 30, at 8P/7C, to see if Estelle comes out on top. (Photo: Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Christian Siriano)