BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent has received an outpouring of support after her documentary about rugby league star Rob Burrow missed out on a National Television Award. The 54-year-old broadcaster attended the ceremony this week, where the film 'There's Only One Rob Burrow' was nominated in the Authored Documentary category.
The documentary chronicled the life of Rob Burrow, who died at 41 from motor neurone disease, featuring intimate interviews with his wife Lindsey, their children, and his parents. It also included contributions from his close friend Kevin Sinfield and a final message from Burrow urging viewers to 'be brave and face' their battles.
Despite losing to Molly-Mae Hague's documentary, Nugent took to Instagram to thank supporters, writing: 'It wasn't our night. But we are all so proud of Rob's gorgeous girls, who made it brilliant fun.' Followers quickly responded, with one saying: 'Still can't believe the Burrows family didn't win, such a powerful programme.'
During her acceptance speech, Molly-Mae Hague paid tribute to Rob Burrow, saying: 'To Lindsay, Rob Burrow's wife and his children, his story was far more inspirational than mine could ever be.' The documentary was praised for raising awareness of MND and the Burrow family's resilience.
