GOOD Morning Britain viewers broke down in tears today as Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid remembered the healthcare heroes who have died from coronavirus.
The presenters read out the names and roles of the 105 frontline workers in front of a screen containing their photographs.
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Afterwards, a solemn Piers said: “We owe them a huge debt of gratitude.”
Viewers were moved by the touching gesture, with one writing: “In tears hearing all the names of the keywords lost to #Covid19 Broken heart.”
Another said: “@piersmorgan @susannareid100 That was heartbreaking.. Red heartso why are streets & roads getting busier #gmb.”
A third shared: “Hearing these names spoken is absolutely heartbreaking. 105 people who gave their lives looking after others #GMB.”
While a fourth posted: “Nice touch @GMB reading out all the names of the health care workers who have died to #COVID19.”
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Dr Hilary Jones said he felt “emotional and humbled” after hearing the names read aloud.
While Piers added that it showed just how multicultural the health service is.
The workers’ roles were varied, with nurses, midwives, A&E consultants, surgeons, porters and receptionists among those who have tragically died.
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