Good Morning Britain honours teen who inspired Kate Middleton in emotional tribute

Good Morning Britain honoured the memory of 17-year-old Liz Hatton on Thursday's programme, revealing the sad news that the teenager had died. The show remembered the moment the young photographer shared an embrace with the Princess of Wales back in October at Windsor Castle. In a touching tribute, a voiceover from the show delivered moving words: "Liz Hatton was that rarest breed of bravery and optimism.

She was diagnosed with incurable cancer in January at age 17. Given as little as six months to live, the talented photographer took on a bucket list of assignments she spoke to GMB about." An earlier clip featured Liz herself speaking on the programme earlier in the year: "If one thing comes through out of it, then it would've been worth it then, and a lot more than one thing has come through.



" The broadcast also shared a snapshot of Liz's incredible feats, revealing that she had accomplished photographing a film premiere, conducting a high-end fashion shoot, and attending an investiture ceremony, reports the Mirror . Good Morning Britain honours teen who inspired Kate Middleton in emotional tribute (Image: ITV) Read More Related Articles This Morning's Cat Deeley 'shamed' by Bob Geldof live on air in awkward blunder Read More Related Articles BBC viewers reel as Michael McIntyre's The Wheel dropped from Christmas Day line-up Among these, a highlight for Liz was undoubtedly her unexpected meeting with the Prince and Princess of Wales, an occasion that culminated in her heartfelt embrace with Kate Middleton , who subsequently praised Liz as an inspiration. Following their poignant encounter, Kate and William dedicated a personal post to Liz on social media, sharing: "A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both.

Thank you for sharing your photos and story with us. WandC." Liz's mother, Vicky Roboyna, took to Twitter Wednesday evening to share the heartbreaking news of her daughter's passing.

In a loving tribute, she posted: "Our incredible daughter Liz died in the early hours of this morning. She remained determined to the last. Liz met the Princess of Wales last month (Image: ITV/SCREENGRAB) "Even yesterday, she was still making plans.

We are so very proud of the kindness, empathy and courage she has shown in the last year. She was not only a phenomenal photographer, she was the best human and the most wonderful daughter and big sister we could ever have asked for. "No one could have fought harder for life than she did.

There is a gaping Liz-shaped hole in our lives that I am not sure how we will ever fill." On Good Morning Britain, a heartfelt segment shared a glimpse into Liz's indomitable spirit through her own words: "What's the point in wasting what little time I have left?" The ITV programme honoured her memory with a poignant monochrome photograph and a touching voice-over that stated: "If a picture speaks a thousand words, Liz leaves behind libraries worth of inspiration." The teenager's mum announced her death on Wednesday night (Image: ITV) Following the on-air homage, viewers took to Twitter en masse to express their condolences and admiration for the inspirational teenager.

One moved individual expressed: "RIP, sending love and blessings to her and her loved ones. An inspirational young lady." Another echoed the sentiment, adding: "Truly inspirational young lady My thoughts are with her family and friends.

" Another individual offered their condolences by saying: "Oh noooo, my thoughts and prayers to all her loved ones." One person expressed their sadness on Twitter with the message: "So sad. Rest in Peace Liz.

" A different comment read: "It's sad. The world is cruel and unjust, what can you say." Echoing the sentiment, someone else stated: "Incredibly sad news this morning.

Liz Hatton from Harrogate has passed away aged just 17. Sending love to her family and friends. Rest easy Liz.

" Good Morning Britain continues weekdays on ITV from 6am..