Dermot O’Leary posted a message on Instagram as his co-star on the ITV show celebrated a big day
22:37, 05 Feb 2026Updated 22:42, 05 Feb 2026
Dermot O’Leary wished Alison Hammond a Happy Birthday(Image: ITV)
This Morning’s Dermot O’Leary penned a sweet message for his co-presenter Alison Hammond as she turned 51.
The TV star celebrated the milestone on Thursday (February 5), posting a snap of herself on Instagram as she told fans: “This is 51.”
Dermot was among the stars to wish her many happy returns in a post on Instagram.
The presenter, who usually fronts the ITV programme with Alison on Fridays, shared a snap of her on This Morning’s sofa as he wrote: “Happiest of Birthdays to the funniest, most kind, wise, loyal partner and friend to have on my dance card. Big love Ali x.”
Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary host This Morning together on Fridays(Image: ITV)
The show’s Cat Deeley also sent a message to Alison, sharing a photo of them together as she wrote: “Happy Birthday to my ultimate bab.”
Many viewers also chimed in, with one saying: “Happy birthday! Your laugh always makes my day.” “Happy birthday babs, you bring the sunshine to our TVs,” said someone else, as another person called the Birmingham-born star a “Brummie Queen” as they posted a heart emoji on Instagram.
“Happy Birthday to this lady that makes me funny every time on Bake Off and This Morning,” said someone else, referring to one of Alison’s other big presenting roles. “Always bringing the good vibes whatever time of the year.”
“You are such a special, funny, talented, entertaining person,” said someone else, as another fan said that Alison and Dermot were the “perfect partnership” when they were hosting the ITV daytime programme.
A post on This Morning’s Instagram said: “Happy Birthday to our one and only @alisonhammond55! Here’s to another year of infectious laughs, crazy dance moves and iconic interviews!”
Alison shares a birthday with her son Aidan(Image: ITV)
Alison also wished her son a Happy Birthday – the pair were both born on February 5, with Alison welcoming Aidan on her 30th birthday in 2005.
The TV star shared a picture of them together on her Instagram Story as she told her fans on the platform: “Aidan is 21 today. Happy birthday my wonderful handsome son.”
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