Diversity star and Dancing On Ice judge Ashley, 33, talks about co-hosting this year’s Pride Of Britain ceremony with Carol and why he thinks the night is so special

Hi Ashley. What is it that makes the Pride Of Britain awards so special?

I think it’s that it’s people being recognised who wouldn’t normally get the recognition for doing amazing things – doing things that really matter out there in the real world.

What’s it like working with Carol?

I’ve known Carol for such a long time. She’s a legend and a pro, and she looks incredible. I asked her for her little book of secrets and she’s not giving it up.

Lots of children are awarded Pride Of Britain gongs. Does being a father of two yourself change how you feel about or look at these children?

I always appreciated the kids who win, kids who get on the phone to emergency services and save the life of a parent.

I look at my two now and it blows my mind. Some of these kids are looking after people so much older than them and making life-changing decisions. I think about it as a dad completely differently now. It makes me even more impressed and inspired seeing these super-young people. My kids [Rose and

Micah] are only two and one, but if I can bring them up well enough to react like that… those little kids are heroes.