Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Holly Bishop

Ian Wright reunites with son after 18 months in emotional live TV moment

Ian Wright Bradley WrightPhillips

Ian Wright reunited with his son Bradley Wright-Phillips after 18 months apart in an emotional live TV moment.

Both father and son were working as ITV pundits for the World Cup 2026, broadcasting from Brooklyn ahead of Switzerland's 1-1 draw against Qatar on Saturday (13 June).

Whilst Wright-Phillips was sat in the secondary broadcasting area, and Wright was in the main studio inside, the host made sure to give the two a chance to reunite.

"Look at you son, I love you bro,” said Wright as he hugged his son.

“I haven't seen you in a year and a half and this is where we meet, it's not bad,” he replied.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
The 'Burger Tax'? 13 States Where Your Summer Barbecue Costs More in 2026
Rising beef prices are making summer grilling expensive. But in some states, your backyard burger and other groceries face a double financial hit.
Kiplinger
Kiplinger
50 Screenshots From Dating Apps That Make You Question How They Still Exist
You can’t tell someone to just put themselves out there without adding that anything can happen. Especially online, where nobody is obliged to explain themselves, or even stick around, because ghosting is easier than having an awkward five-minute conversation. After looking around to see what the situation on dating apps…
Bored Panda
Bored Panda
Americans Sit 9.5 Hours a Day. Research Links Prolonged Sitting to 24% Higher Colon Cancer Risk and 14% Higher Heart Disease Risk
Americans sit 9.5 hours/day. Research links prolonged sitting to 24% higher colon cancer, 32% endometrial cancer, and 14% CVD risk — independent of exercise. What to do about it.
Medical Daily
Medical Daily
An Iconic Series Is Leaving Netflix For The First Time In Over A Decade, And Fans Are Not Pleased
Fans are not ready for this streaming breakup.
Cinemablend
Cinemablend
Tay Keith Cause of Death Update: BlocBoy JB Reveals They Spoke Daily Before Record Producer Died at 29
The music industry mourns the sudden death of producer Tay Keith at 29. Known for hits like 'Sicko Mode,' his passing leaves a significant impact on the hip-hop community.
International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Will Toy Story Ever End At This Point? What The Filmmakers Have To Say
Are the Toy Story movies going to infinity and beyond?
Cinemablend
Cinemablend
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.
Download on the AppStore Get it on Google Play