Kate Middleton stole the show on the red carpet last night as celebrities turned out in their droves to support the Olympic gala Our Great Team Rises.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge dressed to impress at the Olympic gala Our Great Team Rises (Picture: Alastair Grant/Getty)

The Duchess of Cambridge looked stunning as she arrived at the Royal Albert Hall in London to mark the countdown to the Olympic Games.

Deviating from her usual tumbling hair style, Kate sported a plaited updo which conveniently showed off the intricate detailing on her teal gown by Jenny Packham, one of her favourite designers.

She accessorised her glamourous ensemble with a matching clutch, diamond drop earrings and the same Jimmy Choo heels she wore to a private dinner earlier in the week. 

Kate wore her hair up, presumably to show off the intricate detailing on her stunning gown (Picture: : XPOSUREPHOTOS.COM)

Olympic legend Sir Steve Redgrave, Jayne Torvill and Denise Lewis OBE were also at the black tie event, as was Dame Kelly Holmes.

Dressed to the nines, Kelly joked: 'Well you have got to make a bit of an effort when those two are here.' 

Inside, Prince William was on fine form and referred to himself as a 'mere mortal' when he took centre stage to address the 3,000 guests.