Renowned TV personality Rob Rinder, known for his appearances on Good Morning Britain, delivered a poignant message on The One Show to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day. Rinder, who has delved into his family history on television before, shared the tragic tales of his family’s struggles.

During his appearance on The One Show alongside music artist Mika, Take That, and hosts Roman Kemp and Alex Jones, Rinder reflected on a pre-recorded segment featuring a Holocaust survivor recounting her childhood ordeal in a concentration camp. Rinder, whose grandfather survived concentration camps, emphasized the importance of preserving his family’s legacy.

Encouraging viewers to light a candle as a symbol of hope in a dark world, Rinder stressed the significance of uniting generations to stand against hatred in all its forms. He highlighted the need to remember the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust and emphasized the innate goodness, courage, and hope within humanity.

Following his moving speech, co-host Alex Jones praised the simplicity yet powerful impact of Rinder’s words. Rinder concluded the show by emotionally reciting a passage of “We Remember Them,” evoking a strong response from viewers expressing admiration for his heartfelt message.

In a previous episode of BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are?, Rob Rinder uncovered his grandfather’s harrowing Holocaust survival story, ultimately leading him to create the documentary “My Family, the Holocaust and Me.” The One Show airs on BBC One and iPlayer weeknights at 7pm.