Rita Ora has delighted fans by sharing a sweet childhood photograph of herself and her sister Elena to mark the latter's birthday. The image, posted on Instagram, shows the pair as young girls dressed in matching ballerina outfits, holding hands and smiling for the camera.
In the throwback snap, Rita, who was the younger of the two, appears tiny next to her sister, who towers over her. Both are wearing gold leotards and white tights, with their hair tied up in buns adorned with little yellow flowers. The singer, now blonde, and her sister, now brunette, look almost identical in the picture.
Accompanying the photo was a heartfelt message from Rita, who wrote: 'What do I do without you? God only knows. Your everything and the reason I'm me today.' She went on to recall childhood memories, including how their mother used to dress them in similar clothes and how Elena would give Rita her outfit if she cried about not having the exact same one. 'We built this together and we will carry on forever! I'm so proud of you and everything you've achieved thus far. Happy birthday Sis!' she added, along with love heart emojis.
Fans were quick to comment on the adorable post, with one writing: 'Omg @ritaora you wasss so cute and you are HBD for your sister Elena.' Another added: '@ritaora awww that's so cute and sweet you both look so adorable. I agree no better bond then the one between two sisters.'
Rita shares a house with her sister in London but has been away in Los Angeles. Despite the distance, it is believed the pair will still celebrate Elena's birthday in style.
