This Morning presenter Rochelle Humes broke down in tears during an emotional interview with a nine-year-old boy battling a rare bone cancer and his devoted friends. The group appeared on the ITV programme alongside Harry's father Andy, after the youngster's classmates had their heads shaved in solidarity so he would not face his treatment alone.
The friends have also raised more than £32,000 for the charity Young Lives Vs Cancer. One of the boys explained their decision, saying: 'It's a lot of stuff Harry's going to go through, we wanted to be there for him and then he'll never be alone!' Humes, 34, was visibly overwhelmed, telling the group: 'Oh my goodness, you're giving me happy tears! Aunty Roch has got the tears coming, oh goodness me!'
Co-host Craig Doyle, 52, repeatedly passed tissues to Humes as she struggled to compose herself. Viewers also took to social media to share their emotional reactions, with one writing: 'I love Rochelle she's so sweet #thismorning.' Another said: 'Watching #ThisMorning very emotional little boy fighting cancer and all his mates shaving there heads for charity and supporting there friend. Tears are flowing.'
Young Lives Vs Cancer's Byron Geldard praised Harry and his friends for 'smashing their target of £10,000 in less than seven days.' He added: 'It's great to see his friends and family coming together to support Harry and his family. The money raised will go on to support many families, like Harry's, facing cancer.' The boys' gesture also attracted celebrity support, with McFly's Harry Judd and presenter Chris Evans sending video messages of encouragement.
