Ben Shephard Shares Emotional Family Moment, Admits He’s ‘In a Daze’ During This Morning Break
Ben Shephard, the well-known presenter of “This Morning,” shared an emotional moment with his fans, revealing that he has been left ‘in a daze’ after a weekend filled with heartfelt family reunions and celebrations. The TV star took to social media to document the joyful moment when he and his wife, Annie, were reunited with their son after seven months.
Ben and Annie are parents to two sons, Sam, 18, and Jack, 16. Earlier this year, Ben disclosed that he had taken some time off work to visit his eldest son, Sam, who had been traveling since the start of the year. This time, it was Sam who made the journey home, much to the delight of his family. Ben, who is currently on a six-week summer break from his presenting duties, captured the emotional reunion on camera as Annie and Jack ran up to Sam at the airport, visibly overjoyed, reports Manchester Evening News.
“What a weekend. In a bit of a daze but got a big old smile on my face,” Ben wrote alongside the touching video clip. “It started with our ‘Biggun’ Sam coming home from 7 months of traveling. Can’t tell you how lovely it is having him back – and @annieshepharddesign is v v content!”
The weekend’s happiness didn’t end there. Ben went on to celebrate his godson’s birthday, sharing more joyful moments. “Then it was my eldest godson’s birthday. What a celebration with all his family and friends. Amazing dinner and then drinks + v bad dad dancing @100wardourst which was just brilliant. All the while the sun shone too!!! #family #birthday,” he posted.
Among those who responded to Ben’s updates were some of his celebrity friends. Comedian John Bishop wrote, “Brilliant mate,” while presenter Kate Thornton commented, “Does Annie feel like she can breathe again now he’s home!? I so felt for her. Glad he made it back in one piece with hopefully many memories and adventures under his belt.”
Ben’s fans and followers also shared their emotions, resonating with the touching reunion. One user, @mummy2monkeys, said, “Just wonderful. I felt that mummy hug.” Another, @helengirling, wrote, “Aww, this is lovely to see. Seems like only a short time ago we were that age off on adventures and then home to parents, then off, then home! Hope the summer is fun with the family.”
Other heartfelt comments included @nicvernwood’s, “Aaaaaah, I have a tear in my eye!” and @independent_bespoke_travel’s, “Ahh how lovely to have him back home.” User @lisabowman3475 added, “This is beautiful,” and @ruth.espo4ley summed it up with, “Oh my heart! That hug was felt by everyone! Lovely moment!”
Ben Shephard’s emotional update highlights the importance of family connections and the joy of reunions, especially after long separations. As he enjoys his time off with loved ones, fans continue to send their well-wishes and share in the happiness of his recent family moments.