This Morning host Ben Shephard was full of praise for his co-star after the radio presenter won an award
This Morning host Ben Shephard congratulated his colleague on a significant accomplishment.
During Thursday’s (June 25) broadcast of the popular ITV programme, Ben and co-presenter Cat Deeley returned to screens as they covered the day’s major stories from across the UK and beyond.
Shortly into the episode, the pair were accompanied by Nick Ferrari and Sonia Sodha for the regular feature, analysing and debating the day’s breaking news and newspaper front pages.
Following a commercial break, addressing those tuning in from home, Ben began by stating: “Welcome back. Nick joins us today in the studio with Sonia to talk through more of today’s stories.”
Before launching into the discussion, Ben said: “But first congratulations and congratulations to Mr Ferrari.”, reports the Mirror.
Nick interjected: “Thank you very much.” Ben went on: “Storming the TRIC Awards.” The television host then quipped: “You won sexiest male?” Everyone erupted in laughter as Nick responded: “I didn’t want to… No, You know you got that. Come on.”
Ben noted: “You celebrated with your team, as well.” Nick confirmed: “Absolutely. Absolutely brilliant. Yes there were some of your This Morning friends there as well. It was a great day out and I’ve never won one, so now we can put that on.” Cat contributed: “Congratulations.”
The Television and Radio Industries Club, commonly referred to as TRIC, held their annual prestigious awards ceremony yesterday evening to honour excellence in British television and radio broadcasting.
This year represented the inaugural occasion the awards featured a category for best radio talk show, with Nick successfully claiming the top honour in that section.
The ceremony was hosted by fellow Global broadcaster, Classic FM’s Dan Walker. After the significant victory, Nick posted on his Instagram, telling followers: “Delighted to have won best Radio Talk Show @tricawardsuk presented to me by my good friend @janepmoore. Also caught up with my work wife @ashleylouisejames whilst raising much needed funds for @brightyoungdreams and @refugecharity.”
The comments were filled with warm messages from supporters, with one stating: “Best by far! Congratulations Nick!” Another remarked: “Congratulations Nick! So deserved too .”
A third expressed: “Absolutely fabulous! Delighted for you!”. One listener commented: “Well done and many congratulations Nick. I listen and enjoy your show every day.”
Meanwhile, another admirer contributed: “Every time I return to the UK and I put the radio on, I listen to Nick Ferrari. It makes me feel like home and I know everything will be fine. Hugely deserved award Nick. You are a National treasure. Many congratulations.”
This Morning airs weekdays from 10am on ITV1 and ITVX
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