There were emotional scenes at the British Soap Awards as the late Anne Kirkbride’s real life husband collected a special award on her behalf.
David Beckett was introduced as by his wife’s close pal Beverley Callard, who described him as her ‘husband and best friend’.
‘On behalf of Annie, thank you,’ he said while choking back tears. ‘On behalf of the family, friends and co-workers, we were the lucky ones. We knew you. Thanks Annie.’
Anne, who played Corrie legend Deirdre Barlow for 42 years, was honoured with an award for her outstanding contribution to soap.