Towie celebrity Lydia Bright opened up about the deep significance of the Pride of Britain Awards for her during a recent appearance at the prestigious event held at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel. The red carpet was graced by various stars, including Peter Andre, Olivia Atwood, Laura Anderson, Pete Wicks, and Sam Thompson.
Dressed elegantly in a long pink gown, Lydia expressed her personal connection to the awards, emphasizing the importance of honoring children, especially due to her involvement with the foster care system. As a mother to her daughter Loretta Rose, Lydia shared that her mother’s role as a foster carer for over three decades has been a major influence on her.
The event featured inspiring young winners like Luke Mortimer, a quadruple amputee who raised funds for disabled children, Zach Eagling, recognized for advocating epilepsy law changes, and Georgie Hyslop, a cancer patient honored for her fundraising efforts. Lydia praised the event, highlighting the remarkable children in attendance and underscoring her ongoing support for children in care.
Addressing the need for enhanced support for children leaving care at 18, Lydia criticized the current system for failing vulnerable young adults. She emphasized the importance of continued care beyond 18, echoing her mother’s belief that foster children should be supported for life.
Describing fostering as a significant aspect of her life, Lydia emphasized the long-term commitment foster carers should have towards their children. The Pride of Britain Awards ceremony can be watched on ITV1 on October 23 at 8pm.