Some of the biggest and most-loved TV and sports stars have stepped out in style tonight to honour the achievements of Manchester region's unsung heroes for an evening to celebrate those who have done truly extraordinary things.
The MEN's Pride of Manchester Awards is being hosted by former Corrie star Kym Marsh with a whole host of famous faces from TV, sport and the music industry to present awards to people who have gone the extra mile to make a difference in the lives of others.
The annual event aims to honour people who've saved lives and made big differences in their communities.
It's always an emotional night, with the star-studded audience encouraged to take along tissues and break out the waterproof mascara.
First to arrive on the red carpet this evening was The Chase star Anne Hegerty.
The 63-year-old TV star looked the picture of glamorous as she arrived on the red carpet at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester.
Anne cut a classic figure as she went all out in a striking black frock.
She added some sparkle to the elegant gown by pairing it with a sequin black jacket and some glittering earrings.
The ITV star topped off the daring look with some classic black heels.
The glamorous host of the 2022 Pride of Manchester Awards, Kym Marsh, was next to rock her striking outfit on the red carpet.
The former Coronation Street actress looked stunning as she opted for a royal blue midi dress which did wonders to accentuate her gorgeous figure.
Kym looked excited on the red carpet as she posed for snaps ahead of the emotional ceremony.
The brunette bombshell styled her locks in a classy up-do as she allowed her glamorous makeup to take centre stage on the red carpet.
She topped off the stylish ensemble with a sequin silver clutch bag and some matching silver heels.
Kym's fellow former Corrie co-star, Lucy Fallon, also turned heads when she stormed the red carpet in a show-stopping red satin dress.
The blonde actress oozed confidence as she posed up a storm ahead of the ceremony.
Lucy wore her blonde locks in loose Hollywood waves and sported a dramatic eye-look with some striking false lashes.
She topped off the unforgettable look with some chunky black heels and a black leather handbag.
Fleur East looked sensational in an 80s-inspired statement black dress which featured a huge bow and teamed with black gloves, while Katie McGlynn rocked a chic black jumpsuit with racy lace panels on the bust.
Hollyoaks star Jorgie Porter looked gorgeous in a peach coat, as she walked the red carpet with boyfriend Ollie Piotrowski.
Her lace cut-out white dress peeked out beneath her jacket, which complimented her blonde hair, and she finished off the summery look with a pair of gold heels.
Mel B channelled her inner Scary Spice for her appearance at the awards bash, wearing a leopard print floor-length coat, teamed with a bold cut-out black jumpsuit which showed off her enviable figure.
Waterloo Road star Angela Griffin looked gorgeous in a vibrant blue floral gown, while Jamie Lomas - who was previously married to Kym Marsh - went public with his new girlfriend on the red carpet.
The Hollyoaks star has been dating dentist Jess Bell, who looked stunning in a nude coloured skintight dress, since last year.
Ahead of tonight's ceremony, Kym said of the winners: "It's such a thrill to be back in Manchester for a full live awards show for the first time since 2019.
"The winners are amazing - they really embody all the qualities that make us so proud to be from this incredible city. They are so selfless and courageous, and of course the kids will melt your heart. I can't wait to meet them all.”
The MEN Pride of Manchester Awards, in partnership with TSB, will premiere on YouTube at 7pm on Tuesday 17 th May youtube.com/prideofbritainawards
