Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley in tears as he pays tribute to late friendThe presenter was hosting the ITV show with Kate Garraway when he became emotionalView 3 Images Richard Madeley was in tears on the ITV show (Image: ITV screengrab)Good Morning Britain host Richard Madeley struggled to hold back tears whilst paying tribute to a close friend. ‌He then stopped speaking, evidently finding it difficult to continue as he became emotional, reports the Daily Star. View 3 Images Richard became tearful on GMB (Image: ITV screengrab)‌Richard Madeley interrupts Good Morning Britain with message to Susanna Reid READ MORE :Offering support as Richard grew tearful, Kate remarked: "He was very close to you as well. "Well, I was speaking of a very beautiful man," Richard responded, battling tears. View 3 Images Kate supported Richard as he became upset (Image: ITV screengrab)‌The presenter remained visibly upset as the conversation with Stephen concluded.