Richard and Judy screen gay wedding

Judy Finnigan and Richard Madely attended the ceremony

Presenters Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan were guests at a live gay "wedding" as a male couple tied the knot on ITV's This Morning.

The Valentine's Day ceremony saw Neil Morris "marry" his partner Mark Jinks - both men wearing dark morning suits.

They took their vows to a backing tape of Celine Dion's chart-topper My Heart Will Go On, from the soundtrack of the blockbuster film Titanic.

Neil's mother Jane was given a makeover prior to the ceremony, which was also attended by Mark's father, John.

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Reverend Jonathan Blake, of the Society for Independent Christian Ministry, performed the "marriage", which the couple sealed in traditional fashion with a kiss.

However, current UK law will not recognise the "marriage" as legal.

"In the eyes of the couple and the community, this is a legal wedding," said Rev Blake. "In time society will catch up."

A spokesman for the popular morning show said: "A lot of gay men have contacted This Morning about the possibility of performing a blessing on the programme.

"We thought that Valentine's Day would be the perfect opportunity.

"They're a very sincere and genuine couple and have the full backing and support of their parents."