Myleene Klass has been through a lot this year, but the star was all smiles at the 2025 Ethnicity Awards as she was honoured with a major prize and vowed to make her future self proud
Myleene Klass has vowed to make her future self proud after being honoured with a major award.
The star has experienced a tough year so far. From opening up about her ex-husband’s cheating to a man being found guilty of stalking her, the mum-of-three hasn’t had the easiest time throughout 2025.
But Thursday night was a cause for celebration, as the musician and presenter was named Inspirational Role Model at the 2025 Ethnicity Awards for her outspoken and ongoing advocacy for women’s rights and reproductive healthcare.
Sharing a video of her acceptance speech on social media on Friday morning, Myleene told her followers that she hopes to make her 77-year-old self proud and paid tribute to her fellow winners.
“OMG. So this happened — I was honoured with an award for being an ‘inspirational role model’!” Myleene wrote on Instagram. “My 7-year-old self would never have believed that the SE/E Asian world would one day be celebrated and accepted, that classical music could be cool, or that I’d have three children and a family of friends I chose for myself.
“And if I’m lucky enough to meet my 77-year-old self, I hope she’ll see that I raised my children with love, helped change the law for women and children for a graded model of care, and still feel confident enough to rock a white bikini. Pinoy power
The I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! star concluded with: “And yes, those are fellow inspirations and reps, @bukayosaka87 @krishgm and @adeadepitan. Well done to all the nominees and winners. As I said in my acceptance speech, in the words of my 4.10 Filipina Mum, ‘Don’t tell them who you are, show them.’ Thank you and you, my community who follow and support me. x.”
Bukayo Saka and Krishnan Guru-Murthy were also celebrated at the 2025 Ethnicity Awards. Nadia Sawalha was recognised as Media Trailblazer, while Ade Adepitan received Special Recognition for his significant contributions to sport and advocacy.
Krishnan, one of Britain’s most esteemed journalists and long-standing Channel 4 News anchor, was bestowed with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Marriott Grosvenor Square in London for his outstanding contribution to journalism over three decades.
Nadia Sawalha, the broadcaster, actress, and presenter, was also honoured at the event, bagging the Media Trailblazer Award for her frank discussions on identity, mental health, and inclusion, as well as challenging stereotypes in media and entertainment.
Bukayo Saka, Arsenal forward and England international, was named Sports Personality of the Year, while former Paralympian Ade Adepitan received the Special Recognition Award for his significant contributions to sport and advocacy.
Not only individuals but also organisations committed to diversity and inclusion were celebrated. Lloyds Banking Group was awarded the Outstanding Employer Award for its ongoing leadership in fostering inclusive workplace policies and promoting ethnic minority talent at all levels.
Channel 4 received the Innovation Award, acknowledging its daring and creative approach to inclusive programming and representation both on- and off-screen. Black Women Rising, a cancer support organisation, was declared Charity of the Year for its relentless efforts in providing support, visibility and advocacy for Black women battling cancer.
The glitzy ceremony was graced by top figures from the worlds of business, entertainment and politics including Ade Adepitan, Fatima Whitbread, Dawn Butler MP, and Channique Sterling-Brown. The event was hosted by renowned broadcaster Melvin Odoom, known for his work with BBC Radio 1, Strictly Come Dancing, and as a fervent advocate for inclusion in UK media.
Sarah Garrett MBE, founder of the Ethnicity Awards, spoke at the event, stating:. “The Ethnicity Awards exist to spotlight and celebrate those who are making a real difference – not just talking about inclusion, but leading it.
“From Myleene’s campaigning and Krishnan’s legacy in journalism, to the corporate and charity winners tonight, all of them are helping to build a better, fairer society. Their work is meaningful, visible, and absolutely vital. This was another very special evening and I want to congratulate all of the nominees and winners.”
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