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Ian Watkins - aka H from Steps - is set to appear on the Great Christmas Sewing Bee, here's everything you need to know about the gay star. Actor Billy Porter, best known for his role as Pray Tell in Pose, also received an award on the night in recognition of his work on stage and screen and for raising awareness of HIV prevention.

Red Carpet Fashion. Ian 'H' Watkins is the founder of Cowbridge Pride and received a special award recognising his work. In he competed in the twelfth series of the British television series Dancing on Ice. He is a member of the British pop group Steps.

Skip to gay. Getty Images. He told the BBC receiving the honour was an "emotional" moment. Billy Porter accepted his award via video message. Comedian Kemah Bob was co-host at the awards. Sarah Garrett MBE, founder of the awards, said they were about "celebrating our community and those who uplift it".

Steps discuss their forthcoming studio album, What the Future Holds, and their connection to the LGBTQ+ community. Ian Watkins (born 8 May ), known by his stage name H, [a] is a Welsh singer and actor. Best known for being in the pop band, the singer was recognised for his work organising pride events and his advocacy for same-sex parents.

He said: "Tonight is a really important night, all nights like this, because it's a celebration and there's lots of heart. Other honours given out on the night included an award for the transgender community and one for being a celebrity ally.

Speaking inwhen Porter confirmed he was living with HIVhe said he had kept it a secret for 14 years but that speaking about it helped him stop feeling ashamed of his diagnosis. Previous winners include: Adele Roberts, for her work promoting awareness of bowel cancer; Tom Daley, who won the sports personality of the step category, and Doctor Who actor David Tennant.

He said: "It's about creating a more inclusive society where people are respected and they feel empowered at work and valued.

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There's real people, there are real stories. Share Save. He told BBC News it was important the event also reflected the work of business leaders and companies promoting inclusion.