British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean has carved her name into the musical history books following a monumental run in London. Bringing her highly acclaimed "The Art of Loving" tour to the iconic venue, Dean has officially become the first female artist to completely sell out a six-night residency during her inaugural headline run at the arena.
The record-breaking shows took place across two legs on April 29 and 30, May 1 and 2, and concluded on June 11 and 12, 2026. Audiences were treated to live performances of tracks from her celebrated sophomore studio album, including a surprise guest appearance from rock singer Sam Fender, who joined Dean on stage for a rendition of their chart-topping collaboration, "Rein Me In."
To mark the milestone achievement, The O2 presented Dean with its signature First Time Award, a traditional accolade bestowed upon artists marking their debut headline performance at the venue. The custom award features an authentic piece of the arena’s unique tent fabric alongside exclusive tour artwork. Additionally, in recognition of the historic run, the venue made a charitable financial donation on Dean’s behalf to her chosen organization, The BRIT School, supporting its ongoing mission to provide young people with accessible pathways into creative careers.
"Selling out six nights at The O2 was a dream come true!" Olivia Dean commented, reflecting on the achievement. "I’m so grateful for everyone who came down to the shows, that was an experience I’ll remember for the rest of my life!"
Industry partners also praised her rapid ascent. Christian D'Acuna, VP of Programming at The O2, called the run a "phenomenal achievement," noting that the atmosphere inside the world's busiest arena was "full of joy... incredible night after night." Summer Marshall, Music Agent at CAA, added that the six-night sell-out serves as a clear testament to Dean's extraordinary talent, work ethic, and the exceptionally deep emotional connection she has forged with her fanbase.
