Tess DalyThe glitz and glamour were on overdrive last night at the National Television Awards.

Tess Daly was looking jaw-droppingly beaut as she trotted up the red carpet at London's Royal Albert Hall.

Good job really as she was later required to head up onto the stage at the bash...

She headed up the troupe from Strictly Come Dancing who took the top prize for most popular talent show - pipping The X Factor to the post.Simon Cowell

But Simon Cowell didn't stay glum for too long (although he had a face like thunder when it was announced - hee hee).

He cheered up loads when he was handed the special recognition award.

To see who else was left sporting big grins check out the rest of the winners at the 2008 National Television Awards:

Most Popular Entertainment Programme: The Paul O'Grady Show (Channel 4)

Outstanding Serial Drama Performance: Matt Littler, Hollyoaks (Channel 4)

Most Popular Factual Programme: Top Gear (BBC Two)

Most Popular Comedy Programme: Benidorm (ITV1)

Most Popular Newcomer: Rita Simons, EastEnders (BBC One)

Most Popular Drama: Doctor Who (BBC One)

Most Popular Entertainment Presenter: Ant & Dec (ITV)

Outstanding Drama Performance: David Tennant, Doctor Who (BBC One)

Most Popular Serial Drama: EastEnders (BBC One)

Special Recognition Award: Simon Cowell

Most Popular Talent Show: Strictly Come Dancing