Chloe Burrows, Maura Higgins and Christine McGuinness were among stars making a very animated exit from the Pride Of Britain Awards on Monday night after celebrating the UK’s unsung heroes.
The annual awards ceremony returned for its 26th year with Ashley Banjo and Carol Vorderman back as co-hosts for the fourth year running.
Held at Grosvenor House, the awards will be televised on prime time on Thursday October 23 on ITV1 and ITVX at 8pm.
Several moments that probably won’t make the TV edit, however, came as the celebrity guests made a raucous departure from the ceremony.
Love Island star Chloe, 30, looked particularly bleary-eyed as she departed the venue, having kicked off her heels and staggering along the pavement barefoot.
The blonde beauty had turned heads earlier in the evening as she hit the red carpet in a black gown with a jewel embellished halter neckline.
And as she was leaving, Chloe also managed to have all eyes on her as she accidentally spilled out of her top.
Also at risk of a wardrobe malfunction was fellow Islander Maura, 34, who was dressed to impress in a sexy black gown with sheer lace detailing and a voluminous skirt.
While it may have taken everyone’s breath away on the red carpet, it proved hard to transport, with Maura close to tumbling over as she called on her pal Luke Hamnett to help her clamber into their waiting taxi.
Real Housewives Of Cheshire star Christine, 37, was another star left grappling with her gown as she spilled out of her corseted dress while sat in the back of her taxi.
While Vicky Pattison, 37, was left hoicking up her glittering gold gown as she teetered along in her sky high heels.
Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks were on hand to host the red carpet, streamed on YouTube for the second year running, while GK Barry presented online content.
Taking place since 1999, the ceremony honours the achievements of truly remarkable people from across the UK and all walks of life – nominated by members of the public.
After a shortlist has been produced from the thousands of entries, winners are chosen by the Pride of Britain judging panel.
Speaking ahead of the glitzy evening, Carol said: ‘Every year, our Pride of Britain winners say something really important about who we are.
‘At a time when there is so much bad news and division, this year’s winners embody the values that bring us all together – courage, empathy, kindness and compassion.
‘It is going to be such an honour to get to know them and shine a spotlight on their achievements. I can’t wait to meet them.’
Meanwhile, Ashley added: ‘Meeting Pride of Britain winners is always an unbelievable privilege and this year will be no exception.
‘What they have achieved is incredible in so many different ways, and yet they are always so modest about what they have done.
‘It’s the best job in the world to be able to shout their names from the rooftops, and show them how much they are appreciated and loved by the whole country.’
PC Yasmin Mechem-Whitfield, PC Cameron King and Inspector Moloy Campbell have won the Outstanding Bravery award.
The police officers battled to overcome sword attacker Marcus Arduini Monzo, who had already murdered teenager Daniel Anjorin, saving other members of the public in April last year.
Javeno McLean’s work as a personal trainer who helps transform the lives of disabled, ill and elderly people with free sessions at his specially-equipped gym has been recognised with the P&O Cruises Inspiration Award.
Picking up the Lifetime Achievement award is humanitarian aid worker Sally Becker who helped save the lives of children across the globe over an incredible 30-year career.
Football coach, Asha Ali Rage, received the Special Recognition award after he has been harnessing the power of sport to protect young people from gang violence and build bridges in the community.
The Special Recognition award was given to cancer survivor, Leanne Pero MBE, who uses her own experiences to help others facing challenges, and has founded a groundbreaking charity.
Marcus Skeet picked up the second Special Recognition award. He is a teenager known by followers as The Hull Boy has overcome serious mental health challenges to take on inspirational charity feats.
After raising £55,000 for charity, teenage cancer survivor, Georgie Hyslop was awarded the Good Morning Britain Young Fundraiser award.
Zach Eagling is an inspirational schoolboy whose successful campaign changed the law to protect people with epilepsy and will be awarded the Teenager Of Courage gong for his hard work.
Quadruple amputee, Luke Mortimer, who has raised thousands for charities to help other children with disabilities, won the Child Of Courage award.
