Joe McElderry speaks about receiving his Variety award
Singer Joe McElderry has been speaking about receiving a very special award from the Variety Club.
Joe will be awarded the Silver Heart award at an award ceremony tonight.
The Silver Heart award is the charity's highest honour.
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