Ben Shephard steps in as Cat Deeley tears up after emotional This Morning interview
The emotional interview focused on devastating lossCat Deeley choked back tears before Ben Shephard took over at the close of an emotional This Morning interview.
During the broadcast, the presenters spoke to two mothers about their devastating losses. Both women explained that their children tragically died by suicide after experiencing bullying at school.
Cat later became overwhelmed while guiding viewers towards the programme’s support information.
That closing moment followed a careful conversation about grief, bullying and the families’ campaign work. The discussion also featured This Morning’s Know the Signs anti-bullying campaign, which appeared in Cat’s final message.
Cat Deeley fights back tears on This Morning
By the interview’s end, Cat had to read the programme’s guidance for anyone needing more information. She first directed viewers towards campaign resources available through a QR code.
She said: “A reminder that you can find more information on our know the signs campaign by scanning the QR code…”
When Cat’s voice started to shake, she wiped away a tear in front of the cameras. The broadcast then cut to a graphic displaying the programme’s campaign webpage.
Trying to continue, she added: “It is on your screen now…”
However, Cat then fell silent as she tried to regain her composure. Her co-host Ben noticed the pause and quickly stepped in to continue the closing announcement.
Ben Shephard takes over the This Morning segment
Cat remained tearful after Ben took over the closing moments of the item. She turned towards the two women and quietly whispered: “Well done.”
Mothers explain their anti-bullying work
Gemma Bentley and Sarah Allott shared memories of their children during the deeply personal studio conversation. They also explained how they discovered their children had been targeted by bullies.
Gemma’s daughter Honey Cook was just 15 when she took her own life in 2021. Sarah Allott lost her 15-year-old son Jack four years later.
Gemma became tearful, prompting Cat to offer her a tissue during the interview. The women then outlined the campaign work they pursued after their bereavements.
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Their aim was to challenge bullying and prevent other parents from facing a similar tragedy. One initiative is Bee Kind for Honey, a charity established in memory of the child.
The charity’s name honours the youngster whose loss was discussed during the programme.
Anyone affected by the issues raised can contact Samaritans free on 116123.
This Morning airs weekdays from 10am on ITV1 and ITVX.
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