BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood confirms engagement live during broadcast

Carol Kirkwood was congratulated by her BBC Breakfast colleagues this morning on her recent engagement.

Sally Nugent and Jon Kay sent the Scottish presenter well-wishes on Monday's instalment of the show, as she confirmed she's getting married.

Scots weather forecaster Carol and her mystery boyfriend got betrothed on a recent holiday, and she proudly flashed her new jewellery as she presented from the Chelsea Flower Show on the BBC show

Sally commented: "I'm a bit concerned about how you're standing up with a giant rock on that left hand."

"Thank you Sal! It is rather nice. I got engaged!" Carol confirmed as she flashed her ring and smiled, writes the Express.

Sally continued: "It's the happiest news! We are so, so delighted. Congratulations.

"Can we confirm to the nation what has happened?"

"Oh thank you! I think you just have Sally," Carol laughed.

"We got engaged when we were on holiday. So it's lovely news and we're both thrilled. Thank you!"

"We're all so chuffed for you carol, on behalf of everyone here and everyone at home too," Jon added.

"Are you looking for a spot for the marquee while you're at Chelsea?" Jon asked.

Carol laughed: "I'm taking note of all the flowers Jon. No, no plans afoot yet."

"Congratulations, we love you both," Sally said before confirming she had known for a while.

Her BBC co-star Mike Bushell commented: "Wow, what fabulous news to wake up to today. Huge congratulations to wonderful friend and colleague @carolkirkwood so chuffed for you on your engagement."

Ray Wild gushed: "Good morning Carol, congratulations on your engagement. Best wishes for a happy future."

Diana Mahon added: "Congratulations @carolkirkwood, delighted at your news revealed today! Wishing you both much happiness for the future."

An eagle-eyed Linda Whitehead said: "Congratulations Carol on your engagement. My husband who normally notices nothing had spotted it on your finger before the announcement."

An eagle-eyed Linda Whitehead said: "Congratulations Carol on your engagement. My husband who normally notices nothing had spotted it on your finger before the announcement."

Larry said: "Congrats Carol wishing you all of the happiness. Despite the cloud, your news has brightened my day."

BBC Breakfast airs daily on BBC One from 6am.

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