UFC star Paddy Pimblett honoured at National Diversity Awards as stars grace red carpet for event
by Ryan Paton · Liverpool EchoJamie Webster was among those in attendance to celebrate the achievement of positive role models at the Anglican Cathedral
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People came together to celebrate diversity last night in an inspiring event at the Anglican Cathedral. The National Diversity Awards celebrate the achievement of the positive role models who have promoted equality in today's society.
The 13th edition of the ceremony was hosted by Clare Balding who spoke about the significance of the event. She said: “I’m honoured and delighted to return as host for these uplifting and inspiring awards.
"It’s so important to recognise individuals, organisations and charities going above and beyond to make their communities better, safer and happier. The National Diversity Awards celebrate all that’s good and powerful in an inclusive society and bring much deserved attention to community heroes whose hard work and achievements might otherwise go unnoticed.”
The ceremony has been an incredible success since the first edition as thousands of unsung heroes have been rewarded for their inspiring work. Charities, role models and community heroes were recognised at the glamorous event for their important work in enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion.
There were thousands of nominations for the awards this year with categories including Positive Role Model, Diverse Company and Lifetime Achiever. A number of stars were in attendance in support of the event including Jamie Webster, Channique Sterling-Brown, Jennifer Ellison and Bradley Riches.
UFC star Paddy Pimblett was also in attendance as he was nominated for the Celebrity of the Year Awards. The ECHO was in attendance on another incredible night at the special awards ceremony.
Paddy the Baddy up for an award
The UFC star told the ECHO he was honoured to be in attendance at the Anglican Cathedral and picked up the Celebrity of the Year award for his candid discussion on mental health
1 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)The Anglican cathedral lit up
Inspiring people from a range of different backgrounds packed into the famous Liverpool building
2 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)Clare Balding gets things started
The legendary broadcaster was privileged to once again be hosting the inspiring event
3 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)Incredible atmosphere
An amazing event was kickstarted with a drumming band providing a welcome for the guests
4 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)Jennifer Ellison dazzles on the red carpet
The Brookside star was in attendance alongside her husband Rob Tickle. The 41-year-old told the ECHO how she tries to never miss the inspirational event.
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Heartstopper
Netflix star Bradley Riches was nominated for a Positive Role model award at the ceremony. It was the Celebrity Big Brother star's first time in the city and he was taken aback by the kindness of hte people
6 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)Coronation Street stars showed their support
Dee Dee Bailey star, Channique Sterling Brown, was proud to show her support for the event. The 27-year-old told the ECHO the way Liverpool embraces diversity is her favourite thing about the city
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A celebration of diversity
Inspiring people took to the red carpet in celebration of the event
9 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)Coronation Street star shows support
Dee Dee Bailey star, Channique Sterling-Brown, was honoured to be in attendance at the awards. The soap star told the ECHO the way Liverpool embraces diversity is her favourite thing about the city
10 of 11(Image: Liverpool Echo)Jamie Webster spoke to the ECHO
The Scouse singer-songwriter shared how proud he was that the inspiring event was staged in the city and how Liverpool always steps up to champion important social causes
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