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Dermot O’Leary emotional as parents surprise him on This Morning

Dermot's beloved parents appeared from their home in Ireland

This Morning host Dermot O’Leary seemed emotional as his parents made a surprise appearance on the show.

The 47-year-old presenter was unexpectedly joined by his mum and dad on the ITV programme earlier today (March 5).

Appearing alongside Alison Hammond, his co-host revealed that they had Maria and Seán on video link.

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Dermot O’Leary got emotional as he spoke to his parents on This Morning (Credit: ITV)

What happened to Dermot O’Leary on This Morning?

Dermot seemed thrilled to have his parents on the show, as he greeted them with a warm: “Hello lads!”

During the chat, the group went on to discuss recent reports that his family were snubbed from Who Do You Think You Are?

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But talk soon turned to Dermot as a baby.

Alison was keen to know what Dermot was like as a child, before a throwback shot was aired.

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Dermot appeared visibly upset after speaking to his mum and dad (Credit: ITV)

Furthermore, his mum went on to reveal that he fell asleep during his first ever concert.

Following the chat, Alison commented: “They’re so warm and lovely. You’re just as nice!”

Dermot’s parents are so sweet

Dermot appeared emotional and said: “How am I supposed to do the menu now?”

Thankfully, Alison quickly took over and read Dermot’s next line.

She added: “Oh don’t get emotional!”

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His parents shared a throwback photo (Credit: ITV)

How did viewers respond?

This Morning viewers were left touched by the family reunion.

One said on Twitter: “#ThisMorning Dermot’s parents are so sweet.”

A second added: “Dermot.. Your dad is adorable but boy he needs subtitles!”

In addition, a third wrote: “I like the fact Dermot calls his parents Lads. #ThisMorning.”

Meanwhile, others were confused by their Irish accents.

One pointed out: “Why hasn’t Dermot got an Irish accent? #ThisMorning.”

Dermot O’Leary dealt family blow

Meanwhile, earlier this week, Dermot revealed his family were snubbed from BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are?

Speaking on the Snot, Sweat & Tears motherhood podcast, he said: “They actually researched my family for about three months.

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Dermot was rejected from Who Do You Think You Are? (Credit: SplashNews.com)

“They came back and said, ‘There’s just not enough interesting stuff about your family.'”

Furthermore, the presenter went on to discuss his family background.

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As well as being from a family of sailors, Dermot’s relatives were also linked to the Mafia.

He concluded: “I just don’t think they were trying hard enough. It’s awful isn’t it? Absolutely awful.”

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Nancy Brown
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