This Morning's Holly Willoughby paid a lovely tribute to the nation's new hero, Captain Tom Moore, on Thursday (30 April) as he celebrated his 100th birthday.

Sending the centenarian her best wishes, the 39-year-old wrote on Instagram: "Happy 100th Birthday to Colonel Tom Moore... Sending you huge amounts of love..."

And, no doubt as a special tribute to the World War II veteran, Holly opted to wear a chic dress by L.K. Bennett emblazoned with red poppies.

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Her Alicia Poppy Silk Tea Dress is one of those summer classics you'd get so much wear out of for years to come, thanks to its flattering midi length and three-quarter sleeves, not to mention the fact that it's easy to dress up or down with a quick change of accessories.

L.K. Bennett Alicia Poppy Print Silk Tea Dress

Alicia Poppy Print Silk Tea Dress
Credit: L.K. Bennett

Captain Tom Moore has captured all our hearts by raising over £31m for the NHS through his fundraising since the coronavirus crisis began, and his 100th birthday has been marked accordingly.

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Not only has he been made an honorary Colonel, but he also received a special flypast by the RAF.

Happy birthday, Captain Tom!

And, if you would still like to donate to Captain Tom's fundraising effort for NHS Charities Together, you can visit his Just Giving page.


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