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"This Morning" favourite Ben Shephard was in high spirits as he celebrated the big 5-0 today, and his special day was warmly acknowledged on the ITV morning programme. Co-host Cat Deeley kicked things off with a heartfelt tribute to the "Tipping Point" presenter, sharing with viewers: "Today is not just any old other day. Today is special because it's Ben's 50th birthday today.
" Ben, embracing his new milestone, responded: "Happy birthday you young man! " followed by a lighthearted "I feel old! " Commenting on the anticipation surrounding the date, he jovially remarked: "I feel like I've been banging on about this for a long time." Shephard expressed feeling cherished, "I've been very spoilt. I've had some lovely messages from lots of people.
I've had some lovely cards...
feels like it's a lovely day." READ MORNING Gavin and Stacey The Finale release date, cast and first look at BBC Christmas special A unique surprise awaited the soccer enthusiast; a banner displaying 'Happy 50th birthday Ben' festooned his cherished West Ham United's stadium. Overwhelmed by the gesture, Ben thanked: "Wow! Thank you very much and thank you to everyone at West Ham.
" The birthday celebrations continued with endearing video messages from a host of well-known faces, including "This Morning" co-workers Dermot O'Leary and Alison Hammond, who teased: "He's not 50! I would never have known with all those VTs they keep doing.", reports Birmingham Live . Musician Gary Barlow, comedian Chris McCausland, and Ben's ex-"Good Morning Britain" mate Kate Garraway, who complimented him saying: "You're fabulous at any age.
" also offered their best wishes. Rounding out the tributes, television star Davina McCall appeared after her brain tumour operation. She exclaimed: "Omg you're 50 today! I can't believe it! You being 50 has made me feel really old.
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