Emotional Carol Vorderman shares tearful moment with young Pride of Britain winner

Carol Vorderman couldn't hold back her emotions as she welled up discussing a Pride of Britain winner's story.

The celebrated host of the Pride of Britain Awards was visibly moved when she sat down with young award recipient Florrie Bark on the iconic blue sofa to talk about the prestigious event, which took place earlier in the week and is set to be broadcast this coming Thursday on ITV.

Florrie received the surprise of her life when Perrie Edwards of Little Mix fame revealed to her that she had been chosen for this year's Child of Courage award at the Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Awards, sponsored by TSB.

In honour of Florrie's achievement, Carol appeared alongside her on This Morning. During the interview, when presenter Cat Deeley mentioned Carol's long-standing involvement with the awards, she became tearful, confessing "I'm having a moment" as she dabbed at her eyes, clearly moved by the stories she helps to share.

Florrie has shown remarkable resilience, having fought acute myeloid leukaemia since she was very young and now awaiting a lung transplant. Her unwavering positivity and ability to inspire others through her experiences have made her an exceptional figure.

Overwhelmed with joy, Florrie expressed her feelings to The Mirror following her win: "It feels so strange, and I feel so happy and excited to win a Pride of Britain award.

"When Perrie started talking to me I was so shocked, and I was like, 'What is going on? ' I didn't know what to do. I was so happy," she said. Florrie, who also writes her own music, added, "I've always wanted to meet the singer and I love her music. I write my own songs and I want one day to be like Perrie. I love her."

Perrie complimented Florrie, labelling her as her best friend. Speaking about her she remarked: "She is so cute and adorable. We are new best friends. For a little girl going through so much, her outlook on life is just so fun and fab. I just think she is great. I absolutely love her. She is so deserving of a Pride of Britain Award, the way she sees life she is just 10 out of 10."

Carol admitted that the touching narratives often make it challenging to hold back tears, but she believes the focus should remain off her, reports the Mirror.

"In the early days, that was quite difficult. But I always took the view, and I still do, that if the hosts get too emotional, it becomes about the hosts - and it shouldn't be. You should be there to guide the winners and help them have the best night. There are many ways you can host something like this. You can be the huggy person - that's my natural state, to be the hugger - but I prefer to be more like a conduit," she said.

Carol went on to describe her approach to hosting duties: "I'm slightly more formal than in normal life because we're talking about very emotional things. You have to remember, these award winners have gone through trauma - then they're standing up in front of a room full of famous faces. So, we're there to give them confidence and ease their nerves."