Carol Vorderman commanded the spotlight as she stepped out to host the star-studded Pride of Britain Awards.
The television favourite embraced full red carpet glamour, turning heads in a lavish gold gown that ensured she stood out on the night.
The 52-year-old presenter channelled classic Hollywood elegance in the floor-sweeping, figure-skimming Caroline Castigliano design.
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Golden moment: Carol Vorderman dazzles on the red carpet while hosting the Pride of Britain Awards
Arm in arm: Carol Vorderman arrives at the ceremony with her Red Arrows partner Graham Duff
Striking a pose: Carol makes the most of her glamorous gold gown as she shows off her famous curves
Its ruched effect at the waist and hips was perhaps less than flattering, but nevertheless it failed to detract from the star’s stunning curves.
The clinging gown also featured a dramatic low-cut neckline and a trailing fishtail hemline.
Carol went all out in creating her red carpet look, opting for glamorous hair and sultry makeup.
She styled her shiny brunette hair into a side parting and voluminous curls and appeared to be wearing false eyelashes.
She also sported a subtle tan and wore bronze lipstick for a sun-kissed look.
Hollywood siren: The star wore a ruched gold dress and wore her hair in glamorous curls
Back to work: Carol reported for duty early on Tuesday for post-event interviews and looked remarkably fresh-faced
The star went for classic statement jewellery, wearing large diamante drop earrings and a matching bracelet.
The Pride of Britain Awards have been an annual event since 1999, held in recognition of British people who have acted bravely in challenging situations.
The 15th year of the event has been backed by more than 100 stars and public figures including David Beckham, the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Cambridge, and global sports star Usain Bolt, the six times Olympic sprint champion and fastest man in the world.
Beckham presented the teenager of courage award to Malala Yousafzai, the 16-year-old Pakistani teenager who shot in the head by the Taliban after campaigning for girls’ education.
Proud: Tess Daly arrives at the Pride of Britain Awards wearing a black outfit and gold heels for extra sparkle
Winning smile: Christine Bleakley wows in a floor-length monochrome frock
He told her: ‘You’re an amazing young lady, a very special young lady, and your story has moved millions of people around the world.
‘I’m so privileged and honoured to present this award to you.’]
Other unsung heroes to receive awards at the event include the families of the 96 Liverpool fans who died in the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, in recognition of their long fight for justice. The award will be collected by Margaret Aspinall, chairman of the Hillsborough Families Support Group.
Classic black: Amanda Holden shows off her slender figure in an elegant dress
On the prowl: Myleene Klass smoulders in a leopard-print frock at the event
Others to be recognised include eight-year-old Harley Lane, from Stockport, Cheshire, whose legs and arms were amputated to save his life after he suffered meningitis as a toddler. The schoolboy raised more than a £1,000 earlier this year in a sponsored run earlier this year using new prosthetic limbs.
Clifford Harding, 36, from Birmingham, who volunteers as a youth worker with vulnerable children, wins the Prince’s Trust young achiever award.
The Daily Mirror’s Pride of Britain Awards are being shown on ITV on Tuesday at 8pm.
Smart: Phillip Schofield and his wife look suitably attired for the elegant event
Togetherness: The stars of Loose Women looked to be enjoying themselves at the awards
Dazzling: Lorraine Kelly wears a deep blue sequined gown to the Pride of Britain Awards
Affection: Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford pose on the red carpet at the awards
Keeping it simple: Presenter Kate Garraway wears a black trouser suit to the Pride of Britain Awards
