Steps star Ian 'H' Watkins honoured at LGBT awards
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He made his name on Broadway, winning a Tony Award for his role in the musical Kinky Boots in 2013.
The British LGBT awards are considered one of the most significant events for the LGBTQ+ community and have been held annually since 2014.
Hundreds of celebrities, campaigners and LGBTQ+ allies attended this year's event.
Other honours given out on the night included an award for the transgender community and one for being a celebrity ally.
BBC presenter Scott Mills, who won the LGBT+ advocacy award at last year's ceremony, was a co-host of the night.
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He told BBC News it was important the event also reflected the work of business leaders and companies promoting inclusion.
He said: "It's about creating a more inclusive society where people are respected and they feel empowered at work and valued.
"It's not all about which celebrity is here, it's about everyday places making change for the better."
Sarah Garrett MBE, founder of the awards, said they were about "celebrating our community and those who uplift it".
Previous winners include: Adele Roberts, for her work promoting awareness of bowel cancer; Tom Daley, who won the sports personality of the year category, and Doctor Who actor David Tennant.
