Viewers of Good Morning Britain have wished Kate Garraway many happy returns as Ben Shephard revealed she is celebrating her 56th birthday on Thursday.
The Good Morning Britain hosts were discussing the upcoming Coronation on Thursday's instalment of the show when Ben highlighted that it was his co-host's big day, playfully teasing that she was turning 60.
He said: "There's so much preparation, organisation going on at the moment for... Kate Garraway's birthday."
The host quickly added: "Oh I think people are disappointed, they thought I was talking about the coronation."
Kate said: "People keep saying 'oh we forgot'. How many years have I been on this show and you forgot? It's [also] Star Wars day."
Ben then poked fun at Kate, quipping that she was turning 59 today.
Kate replied: "I would be proud to be 59. I am only, though, 56."
Viewers flocked to social media to wish the star a happy birthday.
@flippingdiscs said: "Happy Birthday Kate ! So many people are coming out in their millions voting for you ! Have a wonderful day."
@Christo13941047 added: "Hi Kate wishing you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY hope you have a great day today"
And @Starseeker1986 wrote: "Happy Bday Kate"
Later in the show, Ben joked that the mum of two "looked great for 60" whilst the pair spoke to Lorraine Kelly ahead of her show.
Lorraine wished sang the presenter a Happy Birthday and presented a muffin with a candle on top.
Good Morning Britain airs weekdays at 6am on ITV1 and ITVX.
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