The National Television Awards made a splash on Wednesday evening with a rainy red carpet affair at London’s O2 arena. Mirror had an exclusive peek behind the scenes at the star-studded event to uncover all the juicy showbiz tidbits.
Davina McCall, looking stunning as ever, was among the early arrivals, accompanied by her partner of six years, Michael Douglas. Michael hinted at a possible upcoming wedding, stating, “There could be wedding bells on the way, who knows, I’m not going anywhere else if that’s what you mean.” However, Davina remained elusive on the topic, having previously mentioned that marriage was not a top priority for them as they cherished their time together.
While Michael shared insights about their relationship before the awards ceremony, Davina encountered a minor mishap on the red carpet, playfully referencing her past Big Brother moment. Meanwhile, other celebrities like Frankie Bridge and Rochelle Humes delighted fans with their cheerful reunion at the NTAs.
Helen Flanagan, on the other hand, expressed her contentment with focusing on her children and work, mentioning that dating was not a priority at the moment. She did hint at a possible return to the reality show “Celebs Go Dating,” where she made a memorable appearance last year.
Inside the awards show, surprises abounded with unexpected wins by Molly-Mae Hague and Gary Lineker. Maura Higgins shared an awkward moment with her former I’m A Celeb co-star Danny Jones on stage, and later, her ex Pete Wicks was seen at the afterparty with Sam Thompson. The evening concluded on a relatively calm note, with celebrities opting for an early night, except for a few, like Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, who preferred swiping through dating apps for potential matches.
Overall, the NTAs proved to be a mix of glamour, intrigue, and pleasant reunions, with celebrities enjoying the festivities and sharing lighthearted moments both on and off the stage.