Pop sensation Rihanna said she loves London and would like to own a house in the capital one day. The Only Girl (In the World) singer expressed her love for London as she switched on the Christmas lights at Westfield shopping centre yesterday.

Rhi Rhi, who recently performed on X Factor, wore a red skirt and grey corset as she launched the official start to the festive season. The 22-year-old was joined on stage by a group of children from the Help A London Child charity as she illuminated the centre.

Rihanna told Sky News: "I'm very excited to be in London, and surprised that so many people have turned out to see me. "I love London, maybe one day I'd like to have a home here." The Barbadian beauty added that she loves Christmas time because she 'loves gift-wrapping' presents for family and friends.