Ethnicity Awards 2023 announce Loose Women star as the returning host ahead of the ceremony

The Ethnicity Awards are returning and are set to take place in London on November 2.

And MailOnline can exclusively reveal that TV presenter and comedian Judi Love will return this year to host the awards.

The Loose Women star successfully hosted the 2022 awards after following in the footsteps of former celebrity hosts such as Alex Scott, Marvin Humes and Charlene White to lead the awards show at the red carpet extravaganza.

The Ethnicity Awards are the biggest red carpet ceremony for black, Asian and minority people in Britain. They are held in partnership with HSBC and celebrate leading campaigners, allies and celebrities from across the UK and the world.

This year’s nominees include Lewis Hamilton, Rochelle Humes, Gok Wan and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Celebration: The Ethnicity Awards are the biggest red carpet ceremony for Black, Asian and minority people in Britain and are held in partnership with HSBC, celebrating leading campaigners, allies and celebrities from across the UK and the world.

Speaking about returning to host the event, Judi said: “I’m so excited to be returning to host the Ethnicity Awards 2023.

“Last year’s event was incredible, and it’s so inspiring to see the talent in the room and the real change people are making.

“The Ethnicity Awards celebrate role models and those who advance opportunities for underrepresented people around the world.

“I’m honored to be a part of this opportunity again and can’t wait to see all the winners!”

Judi is loved by the nation for her honest opinions and hilarious anecdotes and awards founder Sarah Garrett, MBE, expressed her delight that Judi will be back for another year.

She said: “We are absolutely delighted to confirm that Judi Love will return to host the Ethnicity Awards 2023.

“Judi contributed to a memorable evening 12 months ago and everyone associated with the awards is delighted to have her return.

“As always, the Ethnicity Awards shine a spotlight on those who stand alongside black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

“Judi brings an incredible level of poise, entertainment and humor to one of the most important dates on the calendar.”

Excited: Speaking about returning to host the event, Judi said: “I’m so excited to be returning to host the Ethnicity Awards 2023.”

Gorgeous ladies: Alison and Judi together at the 2022 awards where Alison won Host of the Year

Fan favourite: Judi is loved by the nation for her honest opinions and hilarious anecdotes (pictured with her Strictly partner Graziano Di Prima in 2023)

It will be an incredible evening with Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, nominated for his unprecedented career in sport and his unwavering support for charity.

The star, who spoke earlier this year about the “traumatic” racism he suffered at school from the age of six, donated around £20 million to charitable causes in 2022.

Pop star turned TV presenter Rochelle Humes is also expected to win big, as is legendary broadcaster and fashion guru Gok, who, away from the media spotlight, has championed causes aimed at promoting equality, in part for LGBT+ people from minority communities.

Meanwhile, British Eurovision 2023 star Mae Muller has been shortlisted in the Musical Artist category.

The singer previously responded to anti-Semitism in the music industry, posting on Instagram: “To all my Jewish friends and followers, I love you. There is no place for anti-Semitism in this world. I am very proud of my Jewish roots and you should be too.

Nominees: It’s going to be an incredible evening with Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, nominated for his unprecedented career in sport and his unwavering support for charity.

Goergeous: Pop star turned TV presenter Rochelle Humes also set to win big

Speaking out: British Eurovision star Mae Muller shortlisted in the Music Artist category after the singer previously responded to anti-Semitism in the music industry

HSBC, partner of the ethnicity awards, added: “HSBC UK is incredibly proud to be a long-standing partner of the Investing in ethnicity awards, recognizing people and organizations who are making a positive impact on diversity, equity and inclusion across the UK.

“Within our own organization, we continue to take steps to increase representation, remove barriers and help open opportunities for all of our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve.

“Congratulations and good luck to all of the incredible role models and changemakers nominated this year.”

Previous winners of the Ethnicity Award include Marcus Rashford, Naomi Campbell, Sadiq Khan and Jade Thirlwall.