ITV's McDonald and Dodds viewers double take as they spot noughties pop star in show

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McDonald and Dodds fans were in for a treat as they spotted a chart-topping pop sensation in the ITV crime drama.The show, which stars Jason Watkins and Tala Gouveia as the dynamic detective duo DCI Lauren McDonald and DS Dodds, has been a fan favourite since its 2020 debut.The Bath-based series made a thrilling comeback on Sunday (July 21) for its fourth season.The first two-hour episode saw our beloved detectives delve into the mysterious murder of a woman who had been missing for over three decades.The gripping episode's synopsis teased: "When McDonald and Dodds discover the body of a woman that's been missing for over 35 years, they are sucked into an investigation that brings them into the dark heart of one of Bath's wealthiest families." Adding to the intrigue, the killer had meticulously "removed all clues to her identity." But it was Pixie Lott's role as Lola Baker that really got viewers buzzing.

The iconic noughties singer transformed for the part, sporting a chic bob cut that was a far cry from her usual long locks, reports the Express.

Social media was abuzz with excitement, with fans taking to X, previously known as Twitter, to express their shock at Pixie's dramatic transformation.

One fan exclaimed: "Only just clocked the woman in white is Pixie Lott! ! " Echoing the sentiment, another added: "Me too," while a third chimed in: "I thought it was! " Another viewer couldn't hide their surprise, stating: "I didn't recognise Pixie Lott." Actress Tala Gouveia couldn't contain her excitement about Pixie Lott's guest appearance on the ITV show, as she confessed on The One Show: "I Googled before she came on, what was that song I used to listen to, All About Tonight, and I was like, 'don't sing it, don't sing it'..