Former political journalist and Strictly Come Dancing star John Sergeant has accepted an honorary doctorate from Teesside University.Mr Sergeant, who studied journalism in Darlington, was awarded an honorary doctorate of letter on Friday
Author Philippa Gregory, businessman Steve Cochrane, concept artist Dan Walker and refugee advisor Pete Widlinski also received honours.
Mr Sergeant said he was "extremely happy" to receive the doctorate.
He said: "This is a great honour, I'm extremely happy. I think it's wonderful.
BBC