The Pride of Manchester’s Teenager of Courage was presented with his award in a special visit from one of his favourite YouTubers last week.
Liam Preece, 15, was surprised with the award from his bed at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment for bone cancer, after he was unable to attend the official ceremony.
The Stalybridge schoolboy was recognised for his YouTube channel, which documents his experiences with cancer in an honest and upbeat way.
Speaking to the Manchester Evening News after collecting the gong on Liam’s behalf, Vikram Barn, of the YouTube channel Vikkstar 123, called Liam “fantastic”. READ MORE: Incredible bravery and immense dedication - the extraordinary winners at The Pride of Manchester awards “I’m really grateful to be able to come and do this.