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Maura Higgins captivated onlookers as she graced the rain-drenched red carpet at the 2025 Pride of Britain Awards, held at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel on Monday. Her stunning appearance was part of an evening that saw numerous stars come together to honor the nation’s unsung heroes.
The prestigious event, now in its 26th year, welcomed some of the most well-known faces in the UK for a night of celebration and recognition.
Known for her bold fashion choices, Maura turned heads in a daring black lace gown featuring sheer details, confidently posing for photographers on the red carpet.
Her ensemble was highlighted by a dramatic, voluminous skirt, making a striking entrance as she attended the ceremony.
Meanwhile, Helen Flanagan also made a statement in a glamorous black and white gown. Her dress, embellished with sequins and complemented by a flowing white train, added a touch of elegance to the evening.
Maura Higgins stole the show in a revealing black lace gown as she joined a slew of stars battling a rain-soaked red carpet for the 2025 Pride Of Britain Awards on Monday
Helen Flanagan put on a dazzling display in a black sequinned gown with a flowing white train as she made her entrance on the red carpet
Ashley James opted for a bold metallic silver gown as she made her entrance onto the rain-soaked red carpet
Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones also appeared to go red carpet official at the awards, following months of romance rumours.
The Morning Live presenters first sparked rumours that they were more than friends earlier this summer, before it was later reported that they had ‘cooled’ off their romance.
However the pair have continued to set tongues wagging with their close friendship in recent months.
And in their first red carpet appearance together, the co-stars arrived arm in arm wearing their dazzling ensembles.
Helen flashed a hint of cleavage in a low-cut black strapless gown, while Gethin opted for a dapper navy suit.
As ever, many of ITV’s favourites graced the red carpet, with Good Morning Britain stars Susanna Reid, Charlotte Hawkins and Laura Tobin slipping into their best gowns for the event.
Susanna opted for a pearly grey dress with silver threaded embroidery, while Charlotte slipped into a bold off-the-shoulder black metallic gown.
Amy Dowden, who was in attendance to present coverage for ITV favourite Lorraine, cut a glamorous figure in a stunning purple gown dress.
No stranger to showing off her figure, Maura put on a daring display in her sexy black gown with sheer lace detailing as she posed on the red carpet
Her look boasted a dramatic voluminous skirt as she made her way to the ceremony
Helen’s dress was covered with eye-catching black sequins as she posed up a storm on the red carpet
The actress put on a showstopping display, though her white train was forced to content with a red carpet that had been soaked by heavy rain
Helen put on a showstopping display in her gorgeous black and white look
Susanna Reid opted for a cram strapless gown covered with silver embroidery, with the plunging front showcasing her ample cleavage
The Good Morning Britain star was hard to miss in her bold dress as she attended the red carpet
Former Love Island and Strictly star Tasha Ghouri cut an elegant figure in a dusky pale blue gown with a matching train
The reality star showed off her ample cleavage in the plunging pale blue gown, which boasted a daring thigh-high split
The actress was joined by Strictly Come Dancing’s Amy Dowden, who looked stunning in a purple strapless gown
Strictly star Amy cut a glamorous figure in a stunning purple gown with ruffled detailing as she headed into the awards
The dancer, who has already been eliminated from this year’s Strictly alongside her celebrity partner Thomas Skinner, stunned in her glamorous dress
Ashley commanded attention in her fun metallic gown, showing off her ample cleavage in the dress’ plunging corset bodice
Helen Skelton showed off her figure in a plunging black velvet gown with a cut-out to show off her abs and peplum detailing
The presenter made her red carpet debut with her Morning Live co-host Gethin Jones following weeks of speculation about their behind-the-scenes romance
As she once again return to present this year’s ceremony, Carol Vorderman showed off her famous curves in an elegant black gown
The former Countdown star exuded elegant in her form-fitting black dress as she arrived on the red carpet with her son Cameron
Carol’s sophisticated dress showed off her famous figure ahead of this year’s ceremony
Emily Blackwell stunned in an elegant pale blue dress with ruché detailing, teamed with metallic silver accessories
Former Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson opted for a chic black mini dress with silver jewelled detailing as she arrived with her boyfriend, former Emmerdale Anthony Quinlan
The actress beamed as she showed off her dress for the evening, which was constellation of silver embellishments
After recently making a stir with her social media posts, Montana Brown slipped into an elegant burgundy gown with ruche detailing
As she prepared to front online content for the red carpet GK Barry looked incredible in a black lace gown and arrived on the arm of her footballer girlfriend Ella Rutherford.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his wife Lady Victoria were among the big names to attend the awards, even stopping to pose for selfies with the young fans alongside the red carpet.
Former Love Island and Strictly star Tasha Ghouri cut an elegant figure in a dusky pale blue gown with a matching train.
Ashley James nearly stole the show in her bold silver dress, showing off her ample cleavage through the gown’s plunging corset bodice.
The annual Pride Of Britain Awards are returning for their 26th year with Ashley Banjo and Carol Vorderman set to return as co-hosts for the four year running.
The awards, hosted at Grosvenor House will be televised on prime time on Thursday October 23 on ITV1 and ITVX at 8pm.
Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks are on hand to host the red carpet, which is being streamed on YouTube, for their second year, while GK Barry will be presenting online content once again.
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.
Hundreds of the UK’s biggest stars will come together to celebrate the nation’s unsung heroes.
The star-studded event will see the likes of Cat Deeley, Sam Ryder, Jesy Nelson, Denise Van Outen, Katie Piper OBE, Louise Redknapp, Rob Rinder, Olivia Attwood, Harry Redknapp, Vicky Pattinson, Ben Shephard and Dani Dyer take to the red carpet.
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 a 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, is receiving 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 will go to cancer survivor, Leanne Pero MBE, who uses her own experiences to help others facing challenges, and has founded a groundbreaking charity.
Marcus Skeet is picking up the second Special Recognition award. He is a t eenager 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, will be award 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, has won the Child Of Courage award.
Celebs Go Dating star Anna Williamson stunned in a form-fitting black gown with a matching satin clutch bag
EastEnders star Louisa Lytton was dressed to impress in a form-fitting black satin gown with voluminous red sleeves
The soap star, who made a surprise return as Ruby Allen earlier this year, vamped it up in her form-fitting black dress with a fishtail skirt
Vanessa Feltz was in high spirits as she graced the red carpet in a black gown covered with gold embroidery
Olympic gold medallist Dame Laura Kenny slipped into a bold burgundy gown with a daring thigh-high split
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his wife Lady Victoria were among the big names to attend the awards, which honours some of the nation’s unsung heroes
During a break from his Parliamentary duties, Keir stopped to pose for selfies with some of the young fans at the awards
GK Barry looked incredible wearing a glam black lace number as she arrived ahead of her duties hosting online content for the red carpet
GK arrived on the arm of her footballer girlfriend Ella Rutherford
GK will be presenting online content once again, and she put on a showstopping display in her daring black gown
Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips cut a chic figure in a leopard print dress with silver diamante detailing
Jason Watkins attended the red carpet with his wife Clare Francis, who opted for a stylish mustard yellow dress with red heels
Former England goalkeeper David Seaman was joined by his wife Frankie Poultney as they enjoyed a date night at the awards together
Joey Essex cut a dapper figure in a sharp black suit as he made a solo arrival on the red carpet
Mark Hoyle and Roxanne Hoyle aka LadBaby were dressed up to the nines
The couple were among the first stars to arrive on the red carpet ahead of this year’s glitzy ceremony in the capital
Meanwhile, Ups & Downs, who is a theatre group for young people with Down syndrome and their families is awarded with the The Morning Local Heroes.
And the final pre announced winner of the evening is Harry Byrne, who is picking up the King’s Trust Young Achiever award after he overcome loss, addiction and homelessness to become an inspirational mentor and coach helping to give other young people a brighter future.
The ITV Fundraiser Of The Year award will go to someone who will be announced at the awards dinner on October 20.
Since the first Pride of Britain Awards, Royalty, prime ministers, global icons and huge stars have honoured our winners.
Some include HRH King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Diana Ross, Sir Paul McCartney, David Beckham and Taylor Swift.
From pieing celebrities to meeting royalty, there has been many iconic moment to have happened over the years.
Teenager of Courage Moin Younis was left star struck as he got the royal seal of approval in 2017.
He threw his Aston Villa scarf to fellow fan Prince William, who proudly draped it around his neck.
Young Fundraiser of the Year Cameron Small pied Cheryl Cole in the face to raise £15,000 at the 2010 awards to raise money for Manchester Children’s Hospital.
And in 2009 flight attendant Carol Miller, who saved a baby’s life at 30,000 feet, was surprised over the tannoy by Peter Kay at Manchester airport.
