ITV Deal or No Deal's Stephen Mulhern halts show as audience member left tearful

Deal Or No Deal host Stephen Mulhern had to pause the show in a heart-warming moment tonight when an audience member was visibly moved to tears by a contestant's fortune.

Tonight's gripping episode of Deal Or No Deal brought host Stephen Mulhern back to our screens as he led another tension-filled game, where hopeful contestants vie for a substantial cash prize.

In the latest nail-biting instalment of ITV's hit series, midwife Paisley took her chances against the notorious banker, aiming to win big and leave with life-changing money.

Starting on a high, Paisley seemed to be in luck when initially only low-value amounts like 1p were revealed, but the mood shifted dramatically once the top £100,000 prize got eliminated from play early.

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Despite the setback, Paisley held her nerve, turning down a number of lower offers from the banker. With five boxes left - 10p, 50p, £10, £50,000, and £75,000 - she was tempted by the significant sum of £16,750, reports .

Paisley accepted with glee, exclaiming: "Thank you very much Mr Banker... because I'm going to be rich! Deal!" She shared that she intended to take her parents on a cruise with her winnings.

The scene was so poignant it drew tears from one viewer in the studio, leading Stephen to briefly halt proceedings to acknowledge the touching display, commenting: "This is absolutely joyous."

Stephen then addressed Paisley directly, remarking: "Sorry but can I just say, I've never seen this on anyone's game and I hope you don't mind me pointing you out but this gentleman in the back crying on your behalf. It's amazing."

Paisley was comforted by the man's offer of a hug, prompting an emotional moment as they embraced, to the crowd's heartfelt response. During this touching scene, an inconvenient call from 'the banker' is interrupted, leading Stephen to point out: "Oh no the banker is not going to be happy."

The host relayed the banker's snarky comment: "He just told me that you're his least favourite contestant and I wonder why?" The atmosphere lightened with laughter when Stephen added that Paisley had made a savvy choice in taking an earlier deal.

He gleefully announced: "Paisley this gets better and better for you because you're off on a cruise, making a dream come 'true' for you and your family. This wouldn't even buy you a dingy because your offer at this point would be £3."

Deal Or No Deal continues on weekdays at 4pm on ITV and ITV X.