The Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Awards with P&O Cruises will take place on October 19, with the ceremony broadcasting on ITV and ITVX from October 22. The red carpet line-up for this year's celebration of the UK's everyday heroes has now been confirmed.
Red carpet hosts return
Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks are returning to host the Red Carpet Live stream, bringing their signature energy and wit to Pride of Britain's social channels. They will be joined on the carpet by GK Barry, who will interview this year's winners and celebrities as they arrive.
Sam and Pete said: "We are back as your official red carpet hosts for the best night of the year - the Pride of Britain Awards 2026. And what an honour it is to be involved for another year as official red carpet hosts - it's always chaotic with us but always so fun. It's the one evening where we all come together to celebrate the Nation's true heroes so please get involved and tune in."
GK Barry said: "'Come on! The night we're all waiting for - Pride Of Britain! It is a genuine honour to be involved in the awards every year - from judging panel to red carpet hosting. It's such a special night where our country's heroes and legends are celebrated. I can't wait to meet the much deserved winners this year, see you on that carpet."
Fashion and behind-the-scenes coverage
For the OK! Magazine fashion section, Ekin-Su joins returning host Ellis Ranson as a new presenting pairing for 2026. The duo will monitor the evening's glamour and highlight the most impressive outfits on the red carpet.
Ladbaby's Mark and Roxanne Hoyle are also returning, taking fans behind the scenes with exclusive content from throughout the awards night, documenting the entertainment and memorable moments beyond the main ceremony.
Ekin-Su said: "Pride of Britain is always such a moving and inspiring night, so I feel really honoured to be part of it this year. Hosting on the red carpet is incredibly exciting but for me the most special part is getting to celebrate the remarkable people and stories at the heart of the awards."
Debut for Harriet Fisher
Making her Pride of Britain debut this year is Harriet Fisher, known for her popular street interviews. She will continue her 'Behind the Fence' series, taking viewers backstage at the awards and catching up with winners and celebrities on the red carpet.
Harriet said: "I couldn't be more excited to be a part of The Pride of Britain Awards family this year. What a joy to be able to clap these monumental achievements from extraordinary people! I've always loved watching from the sofa, so to be able to be there with my mic and be apart of such a unique show is a real dream come true."
The ceremony, co-hosted by Carol Vorderman and Ashley Banjo, honours inspirational people from all walks of life. Since the inaugural awards 27 years ago, tributes have come from figures including King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Diana Ross, Sir Paul McCartney, Sharon Stone, Harry Styles, Janet Jackson, David Beckham, Taylor Swift, Anthony Joshua, Sir Mo Farah, Ant and Dec, Pierce Brosnan, Idris Elba, Sir Stephen Fry, Dame Julie Walters, Michael Sheen, Dame Maggie Smith, Sir Lenny Henry, Ed Sheeran, Harry Kane, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Marcus Rashford, Ne-Yo, KSI, Dame Joanna Lumley, Dame Helen Mirren, Westlife, Sir Trevor McDonald and Robert Downey Jr.
